Around Bangkok
Just a few hours outside Bangkok, on the Gulf of Siam, resorts like Pattaya, Hua Hin and Cha Am provide a cool retreat from the city's balmy heat. And, of course, the glorious past of the former Siamese capital is only two hours away. Go ahead and explore! |
This island city, that once mesmerized foreign diplomats and traders with its splendour, and many concluded was the most beautiful place on earth, is accessible from Bangkok by various means. The most elegant by far, however, is by waterways onboard a teak barge. Indeed, it was the Ayutthaya royals sailing the waterways to the island city that gave the Chao Praya its name, River of Kings (READ MORE)...
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Ko Kret is the ideal Bangkok daytrip - only 20km north of Bangkok, this island in the city's Chao Phraya River offers much to see. It dates back to 1722, when a canal was constructed as a shortcut to bypass a bend in the river. As the canal was gradually widened the cut off land eventually became a separate island. (READ MORE)
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A mere two-hour drive from Bangkok, Pattaya is the perfect place to spend a weekend out of the city, or a week or so chilling out. One of Thailand's liveliest beach resorts, around six million holidaymakers descend here every year. Why? Located on the Gulf of Siam, it probably has something to do with its four-kilometre crescent sweeping seashore, coupled with a gratifying blend of water sports, value-for-money beachside resorts, and eclectic entertainment. (READ MORE)
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Futher down the coast and easily accessible from Bangkok by train, the tranquil seaside towns of Hua Hin and Cha Am exude old-fashioned charm. Superb seafood, a wide expansive beach and a local ambiance make it a perfect quiet getaway from the city. (READ MORE)
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Kanachanburi, 150 miles from Bangkok, offers a fascinating mix of nature, history and adventure. A world away from the frantic pace of the capital, it's a province of startling natural beauty with a rugged landscape of waterfalls, caves, leafy forests and awe-inspiring limestone cliffs - just perfect for a short trip outside the city. (READ MORE)
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