By Joshua H. Liberatore
Bangkok
Thailand
Thailand
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Wat PoPhoto By: Joshua H. Liberatore
The bustling megalopolis of Bangkok presents visitors with a dizzying array of choices and experiences. As friendly Thailand’s capital and a major site for Buddhist and Siamese architecture, Bangkok’s cityscapes delight the senses at every turn. Thailand’s busiest commercial hub springs to life along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, where water taxies compete with barges and fishing boats for primacy. By booking a trip to Bangkok on EscapeWizard.com, the first-time tourist to Thailand can observe the full range of local market life in action.
Many EscapeWizard.com travelers will spend their time frequenting the world-class malls and shopping establishments at Siam Paragon and Emporium, and cruising avenue Sukhumvit for great street food, crowded flea markets, and people watching. Others will prefer the placidity of far-flung temples, museums, and historical sites. Bangkok’s nightlife offers no end of distractions, ranging from the seedy to the exotic. But wherever your Bangkok adventure takes you, you will be struck by the welcoming and friendly Thai demeanor, which prides itself on its warm reception of faraang, “foreigners.”
Bangkok’s three most important architectural wonders are indisputably Wat Po, Wat Arun, and the Grand Palace, all of which are conveniently explored via water taxi in the city’s historical center along the Chao Phraya. Many of the city's international-class hotels (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) are nestled in this area, and EscapeWizard.com recommends it as a good place to begin your tour. Wat Po contains the splendid Reclining Buddha, an enormous supine figure whose golden length and scope challenge even the most skilled photographer. Don’t miss the mother-of-pearl-inlaid soles of Buddha’s feet, an artistic masterwork unto itself, alone worth the 50 baht entrance fee. A visit to Wat Arun requires a short ferry ride across the river, but rewards the steep climb up the Khmer-style temple mount by revealing a breathtaking vista of the city behind. Finally, EscapeWizard.com recommends the spectacular Grand Palace, home to the famed Emerald Buddha, which can occupy a whole day of wandering and snapping photos. Though no longer the active residence of Thailand’s royalty, this colorful and ornate complex of buildings dates back several centuries and speaks to both the historic and present glory of the world’s most continuous monarchy, whose citizens revere their king with a mark of devotion not found anywhere else. Guides are available for a fee, but the grounds are also sufficiently well-curated with maps and descriptive plaques for the independent visitor.
No EscapeWizard.com visit to Bangkok would be complete without a trip to one of the city’s most famous markets. The Chattuchak Weekend Market in the northeast part of the city – reachable by Sky Train – is a colossal labyrinth of vendors of every conceivable variety, from household wares to clothes, from pets and plants to spices, incense, and oils, and offers the best single collection of regional handicrafts in all of Thailand. Practice your haggling skills here and never accept the vendor’s first price. Bargain aggressively but fairly, and you will gain face in the eyes of the proprietor and walk away with a great deal. If perusing the stalls of Chattuchak is too sweaty and hectic for your tastes, a more tranquil market option is the Suan Lum Night Bazaar off Rama IV Road in the central city, near Lumpini Park. Open weekday nights from early evening into the wee hours, the night market presents a charming assemblage of souvenir items, local crafts, and fine gifts of every quality. The attached food court is also one of the best ways to sample nearly every dish and regional flavor that Thailand has to offer. Visitors purchase meal tickets of different denominations and use them as a sort of universal currency, cashing out unused tickets as desired.
Regardless of your destination in Bangkok, the transportation options are endless. For ease and comfort, EscapeWizard.com suggests the city’s two light rail systems – the BTS Sky Train and underground MRT – which offer excellent and reliable transit to most central destinations. Metered taxis are very cheap, clean, and comfortable. And for the adventurous, there is no end to more colorful options, ranging from motorized pedicabs called tuk-tuks (fares are negotiated), motorcycle taxis, public and private buses, and song-taews, literally “two-benched” pickup trucks or minicabs shared with other riders for 5 to 15 baht a lift. Bangkok is served by two major airports, with most international flights arriving at Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) from cities worldwide. The older Don Muang airport caters mainly to regional and domestic flights. Visit EscapeWizard.com to book your flight (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php) to Bangkok, Thailand, today.
Many EscapeWizard.com travelers will spend their time frequenting the world-class malls and shopping establishments at Siam Paragon and Emporium, and cruising avenue Sukhumvit for great street food, crowded flea markets, and people watching. Others will prefer the placidity of far-flung temples, museums, and historical sites. Bangkok’s nightlife offers no end of distractions, ranging from the seedy to the exotic. But wherever your Bangkok adventure takes you, you will be struck by the welcoming and friendly Thai demeanor, which prides itself on its warm reception of faraang, “foreigners.”
Bangkok’s three most important architectural wonders are indisputably Wat Po, Wat Arun, and the Grand Palace, all of which are conveniently explored via water taxi in the city’s historical center along the Chao Phraya. Many of the city's international-class hotels (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) are nestled in this area, and EscapeWizard.com recommends it as a good place to begin your tour. Wat Po contains the splendid Reclining Buddha, an enormous supine figure whose golden length and scope challenge even the most skilled photographer. Don’t miss the mother-of-pearl-inlaid soles of Buddha’s feet, an artistic masterwork unto itself, alone worth the 50 baht entrance fee. A visit to Wat Arun requires a short ferry ride across the river, but rewards the steep climb up the Khmer-style temple mount by revealing a breathtaking vista of the city behind. Finally, EscapeWizard.com recommends the spectacular Grand Palace, home to the famed Emerald Buddha, which can occupy a whole day of wandering and snapping photos. Though no longer the active residence of Thailand’s royalty, this colorful and ornate complex of buildings dates back several centuries and speaks to both the historic and present glory of the world’s most continuous monarchy, whose citizens revere their king with a mark of devotion not found anywhere else. Guides are available for a fee, but the grounds are also sufficiently well-curated with maps and descriptive plaques for the independent visitor.
No EscapeWizard.com visit to Bangkok would be complete without a trip to one of the city’s most famous markets. The Chattuchak Weekend Market in the northeast part of the city – reachable by Sky Train – is a colossal labyrinth of vendors of every conceivable variety, from household wares to clothes, from pets and plants to spices, incense, and oils, and offers the best single collection of regional handicrafts in all of Thailand. Practice your haggling skills here and never accept the vendor’s first price. Bargain aggressively but fairly, and you will gain face in the eyes of the proprietor and walk away with a great deal. If perusing the stalls of Chattuchak is too sweaty and hectic for your tastes, a more tranquil market option is the Suan Lum Night Bazaar off Rama IV Road in the central city, near Lumpini Park. Open weekday nights from early evening into the wee hours, the night market presents a charming assemblage of souvenir items, local crafts, and fine gifts of every quality. The attached food court is also one of the best ways to sample nearly every dish and regional flavor that Thailand has to offer. Visitors purchase meal tickets of different denominations and use them as a sort of universal currency, cashing out unused tickets as desired.
Regardless of your destination in Bangkok, the transportation options are endless. For ease and comfort, EscapeWizard.com suggests the city’s two light rail systems – the BTS Sky Train and underground MRT – which offer excellent and reliable transit to most central destinations. Metered taxis are very cheap, clean, and comfortable. And for the adventurous, there is no end to more colorful options, ranging from motorized pedicabs called tuk-tuks (fares are negotiated), motorcycle taxis, public and private buses, and song-taews, literally “two-benched” pickup trucks or minicabs shared with other riders for 5 to 15 baht a lift. Bangkok is served by two major airports, with most international flights arriving at Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) from cities worldwide. The older Don Muang airport caters mainly to regional and domestic flights. Visit EscapeWizard.com to book your flight (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php) to Bangkok, Thailand, today.
Hotels in Bangkok
By Shaina Amienyi
Mandarin Oriental
48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok, Thailand
48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok, Thailand
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ExteriorPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Bamboo BarPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Superior RoomPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Riverside TerracePhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Lord JimsPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
LobbyPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Executive SuitePhoto By: Mandarin Oriental -
Deluxe RoomPhoto By: Mandarin Oriental
Whether for a wedding reception, business convention, or leisure vacation, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Bangkok is the perfect choice for travelers wanting to stay in an elegant hotel close to the city’s hot spots. With its dining, fitness, and entertaining options, guests will have plenty to do inside the hotel and much to see around Bangkok.
Stay in one of 354 rooms and suites and you will have at least a partial view of the Chao Phraya River, daily replenished fresh fruit and flowers, and a personal butler at your service. Rooms feature TVs with on-demand movies, Bose CD player and CD library, mini bar and fridge, and large safe. The spacious bathrooms have a separate bathtub, walk-in shower, and a double vanity, as well as bathrobes and slippers for guests’ comfort.
The hotel accommodates business travelers, who have access to a 24-hour business center. From the stylish boardrooms to grand balls, the hotel provides meeting rooms for both large and small meetings and conferences. When planning a business event at this hotel, keep in mind that the hotel can cater up to 1,000 people.
The hotel provides several restaurants and bars where guests can get meals, snacks, afternoon tea, and cocktails. At Sala Rim Naa guests can dine inside or al fresco while feasting on Thai dishes and watching traditional Thai dancing. The aptly named China House serves contemporary Chinese cuisine. The other restaurants serve international cuisine such as French and Italian.
Good health is important at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel so the hotel contains a spa, the first hotel spa in Bangkok and one voted “Best in the World” by Travel + Leisure Magazine. The spa’s ten private treatment rooms feature a shower and steam area, and its five specialty suites feature a steam section and a Jacuzzi. For a different type of treatment, guests should try the Ayurvedic Penthouse, which has four suites to accommodate guests. The spa’s other amenities are herbal steam baths, heated scrub tables, vitality pools, and pedicure and manicure areas.
Experience the beauty of Bangkok from the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, set against the backdrop of the Chao Phraya River. Make use of the hotel’s world-class amenities, including the Children’s Day Care Center, two outdoor swimming pools, and the Oriental Health center, which features weight training, squash, and tennis. Book your stay at this fun, deluxe hotel by clicking the link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to EscapeWizard.com.
Stay in one of 354 rooms and suites and you will have at least a partial view of the Chao Phraya River, daily replenished fresh fruit and flowers, and a personal butler at your service. Rooms feature TVs with on-demand movies, Bose CD player and CD library, mini bar and fridge, and large safe. The spacious bathrooms have a separate bathtub, walk-in shower, and a double vanity, as well as bathrobes and slippers for guests’ comfort.
The hotel accommodates business travelers, who have access to a 24-hour business center. From the stylish boardrooms to grand balls, the hotel provides meeting rooms for both large and small meetings and conferences. When planning a business event at this hotel, keep in mind that the hotel can cater up to 1,000 people.
The hotel provides several restaurants and bars where guests can get meals, snacks, afternoon tea, and cocktails. At Sala Rim Naa guests can dine inside or al fresco while feasting on Thai dishes and watching traditional Thai dancing. The aptly named China House serves contemporary Chinese cuisine. The other restaurants serve international cuisine such as French and Italian.
Good health is important at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel so the hotel contains a spa, the first hotel spa in Bangkok and one voted “Best in the World” by Travel + Leisure Magazine. The spa’s ten private treatment rooms feature a shower and steam area, and its five specialty suites feature a steam section and a Jacuzzi. For a different type of treatment, guests should try the Ayurvedic Penthouse, which has four suites to accommodate guests. The spa’s other amenities are herbal steam baths, heated scrub tables, vitality pools, and pedicure and manicure areas.
Experience the beauty of Bangkok from the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, set against the backdrop of the Chao Phraya River. Make use of the hotel’s world-class amenities, including the Children’s Day Care Center, two outdoor swimming pools, and the Oriental Health center, which features weight training, squash, and tennis. Book your stay at this fun, deluxe hotel by clicking the link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to EscapeWizard.com.
Hotels in Bangkok
By Adam J. Mohney
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok
494 Rajdamri Road Bangkok, Thailand
494 Rajdamri Road Bangkok, Thailand
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ExteriorPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
SpaPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
GuestroomPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
LobbyPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
Meeting RoomPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
PoolPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels -
RestaurantPhoto By: Hyatt Hotels
Book Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok on EscapeWizard.com to spend your days in the beautiful Thai capital and your nights in the heart of Bangkok's business district. Located near all of the area's best local attractions, including Erawan Shrine, Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha, the National Museum and a variety of famous temples, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok is EscapeWizard.com's top choice for luxurious Bangkok lodging.
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok's 380 rooms and suites include a variety of pampering accommodations with your comfort and security in mind throughout your stay. Stay connected with wired or wireless internet connections, a television with pay-per-view movies and two telephones with voicemail capabilities. Guests will stay comfortable and safe at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok by utilizing the individual room climate control, in-room safety deposit box, minibar and coffee and tea maker. Guests will also want to utilize the currency exchange desk and easily communicate with the multilingual staff.
Perhaps Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok's most dazzling attraction is its I.sawan Residential Spa and Club. The spa facility includes six spa cottages with available overnight pampering and nine treatment bungalows with maximum privacy. Also included in the spa is the Greenhouse fitness center, a 25-meter pool, a tennis court, two squash courts, and a whirlpool, sauna and a cold plunge.
EscapeWizard.com also recommends Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok for its wide variety of on-site dining and lounge facilities. Guests can choose from nine different options throughout their stay or the available 24-hour in-room dining. EscapeWizard.com recommends Tables, a smart-casual restaurant featuring a variety of French-style cuisine. With formal or lounge style seating, patrons at Tables can enjoy lunch or dinner in a uniquely decorated Thai environment. Another prime dining option is The Dining Room, which is the best buffet option Bangkok has to option. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the smart-casual restaurant includes a variety of Asian cuisine.
Enjoy Bangkok in a resort-style setting by booking Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok today on EscapeWizard.com. With prime amenities, a luxurious, one-of-a-kind spa and a variety of prime dining options, travelers will not be disappointed. Click the EscapeWizard.com hotel page link to start booking today (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok's 380 rooms and suites include a variety of pampering accommodations with your comfort and security in mind throughout your stay. Stay connected with wired or wireless internet connections, a television with pay-per-view movies and two telephones with voicemail capabilities. Guests will stay comfortable and safe at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok by utilizing the individual room climate control, in-room safety deposit box, minibar and coffee and tea maker. Guests will also want to utilize the currency exchange desk and easily communicate with the multilingual staff.
Perhaps Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok's most dazzling attraction is its I.sawan Residential Spa and Club. The spa facility includes six spa cottages with available overnight pampering and nine treatment bungalows with maximum privacy. Also included in the spa is the Greenhouse fitness center, a 25-meter pool, a tennis court, two squash courts, and a whirlpool, sauna and a cold plunge.
EscapeWizard.com also recommends Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok for its wide variety of on-site dining and lounge facilities. Guests can choose from nine different options throughout their stay or the available 24-hour in-room dining. EscapeWizard.com recommends Tables, a smart-casual restaurant featuring a variety of French-style cuisine. With formal or lounge style seating, patrons at Tables can enjoy lunch or dinner in a uniquely decorated Thai environment. Another prime dining option is The Dining Room, which is the best buffet option Bangkok has to option. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the smart-casual restaurant includes a variety of Asian cuisine.
Enjoy Bangkok in a resort-style setting by booking Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok today on EscapeWizard.com. With prime amenities, a luxurious, one-of-a-kind spa and a variety of prime dining options, travelers will not be disappointed. Click the EscapeWizard.com hotel page link to start booking today (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).