| Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is one of the most | | | | hone your bargaining skills, which will come in handy |
| sought after tourist destinations in South East Asia. A | | | | when you are shopping in Bangkok. Bangkok is often |
| trip here will allow tourists a chance to experience the | | | | called the Venice of the East, and the Chao Phraya |
| region's unique culture, the typical Thai hospitality and | | | | river is still used for public transport, with ferries |
| sample the delicious food. A trip to Bangkok with your | | | | transporting passengers to different destinations along |
| family is bound to be filled with various activities, and | | | | the river. |
| when you are planning a trip to Bangkok, ensure that | | | | For families, there are a number of different activities |
| you reserve a few days to truly enjoy all that the city | | | | available throughout the year. These include a trip |
| has to offer. | | | | down the Chao Phraya River, a scenic excursion that |
| Getting to Bangkok can be accomplished with ease | | | | is a must-do when you are here. |
| and on a budget, as many airlines offer fairly | | | | The main tourist attractions in Bangkok are the various |
| inexpensive airfare rates and packages to and from | | | | Wats or temples, which include the Wat Arun, the |
| the city. Accommodation in Bangkok is also | | | | Jade Buddha, the Reclining Buddha and the Wat Pho; |
| reasonable, and there are a number of hotels, hostels | | | | in addition to these temples, there are several others |
| and inns available all across the city. It may be a bit | | | | located all across the city. The Grand Palace is |
| difficult to find a holiday apartment in Bangkok, although | | | | another must-visit location and is known to house |
| this is also an option you can consider. | | | | religious art. Bangkok is also home to large markets, |
| When you are travelling to Bangkok with family, you | | | | stores and malls and the Chatuchak market, which is |
| will need to make your accommodation bookings well | | | | open on the weekend, will provide you with great |
| in advance, especially during the peak season, since | | | | bargains. |
| the city is very popular with tourists. | | | | When you are in Thailand with family, you can visit a |
| Public transport is very convenient in Bangkok, although | | | | number of cultural shows, including the puppet show |
| it is also possible to hire a car for your visit. There are | | | | and perhaps even the famous Thai kick boxing or |
| taxis that ply across the city, and the famous tuk-tuks | | | | Muay Thai that is available at the Lumpini stadium, if |
| are also available. These tuk-tuks are a great way to | | | | you are travelling with older teenage boys. |