How to Plan a Trip to Bangkok


Thailand is considered as the Land of Smiles and this is not just said in passing. The people of Thailand are friendly and helpful. They make an already great country even greater. If you are looking for delicious food, inexpensive Thai massages that soothe all your aches and pains, first-class hotel service and a vibrant nightlife, Bangkok is the city you should be checking out. Here is a small list you can use when you plan your first trip to the land of smiles.

Best Times to Go

The best times to visit Bangkok is from November to the end of February which is when the temperatures are cooler. Bangkok can tend to be quite a humid place so avoid going in February. Be prepared for sudden thunderstorms because Bangkok is notorious for these.

Airfare Tips

No visas are required when flying from the US to Thailand. While the country has slowly begun to open up after coronavirus lockdowns, it is better to first consider the flights that will be open by the time November comes around. So far, Thailand has handled its pandemic well and there is no chance of a second wave, so November would be an excellent time to visit.

Getting Around the City


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Once you get to Bangkok, there are various modes of transport that you can use to get around the city. Traffic in Bangkok is notorious during the rush hours so consider options outside the usual taxi or hired car ride. You could make use of the SkyTrain, river buses and the underground metro. River buses are the best way to see the spectacle of the city from a distance, unfurling in all its beauty. The metro is inexpensive and would work well for you in hand with the Sky Train especially if you hope to visit the tourist destinations that are better known in Bangkok as they are all just a short walk from a major metro station.

Recommended Hotels and Restaurants

Before you go visit websites the likes of Excellent Hotel Deals so you can scout some great room and dining offers around Bangkok and pick up on seasonal deals. Hotels in Bangkok tend to give a whole new meaning to the word "world-class" as hoteliers tend to take their profession very, very seriously. You will be blown away by the sheer luxury of the service that they will provide you with.
The hotter and rainy months between March and September is the off-season for tourists in Thailand so you will find some good deals if you plan to budget out your trip. There are also over 8500 high rated restaurants in Bangkok as well as street food stalls run by enigmas who have been making the same dish for over 50 years. Be sure to try out food from both high-end restaurants and street food stalls at the night markets when you go.

Best Places to Experience

There are many great things to do and see when in Bangkok so you had better make a plan beforehand of the routes you will be taking and the places you are hoping to visit as you will not be able to see them all in a couple of days. You could visit the royal palace, temples such as Wat Pho and Wat Arun, see the Arts of the Kingdom Museum, indulge in Thai massages, visit the crowded markets and savour the famous Thai nightlife among others. There are also annual festivals that take place during certain times of the year which you can plan to coincide with your visit so you could get to see the city dressed in festive décor.

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