Bangkok

Bangkok, the vibrant Thai capital of refined chaos. You’ll find colorful Wats (temples) within streets of backpacker hostels. Some of Asia's top business & luxury hotels a short walk from sidewalks lined vendors of electronics, clothing & assorted trinkets. After an hour of pushing through crowds in one of the congested sections Christy turned to question, ”is this entire city is a giant fleamarket?”. In reality, Bangkok has a range of offerings that will suit just about any taste.

This time our stay was quick, but we will pass through Bangkok several times in the coming two months. It’s a lively city to wander and as the hub for SE Asia travel has the westernized comforts of backpacker friendly Khao-San road. For now its also provides a suiting welcome to highlight our arrival in a new country, Thailand.

One of the buildings in the intricate, colorful Wat Pho

The 135 feet reclining Buddha, reference the people standing at the other end, which depicts Buddha entering Nirvana.


Christy first taste of Phad Thai in Thailand, from a quickly adopted favored street vendor.