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March 31, 2015

Something that isn’t just shopping in Bangkok

While the air-conditioned malls are lovely sometimes you want to get outside and see some of the city.  Two destinations an easy distance from the Terminal 21 Mall (MRT: Sukhumvit, BTS: Asok - direct access via Skywalk) are the Khamtieng House museum and Benjakiti Park – great for a … [Read more...] about Something that isn’t just shopping in Bangkok

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August 23, 2011

Jim Thompson House

http://www.jimthompsonhouse.com/visitor/index.aspJim Thompson was an American who had a profound influence on the resurgence of the modern Thai Silk industry after World War II.With the aim of producing consistent good quality silk and meeting customer tastes, the bright jewel coloured silks … [Read more...] about Jim Thompson House

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August 22, 2011

Bridge on the River Kwai–Day Trip out of Bangkok

[edited Jan 2018] Some of the best information about getting to the Bridge on the River Kwai are found on http://www.seat61.com/Bridge-on-the-River-Kwai.htm  Here you will find timetables and suggested 1, 2 & 3 day itineraries. The railway line was built during the 2nd World War by the … [Read more...] about Bridge on the River Kwai–Day Trip out of Bangkok

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August 7, 2011

Overnight Train from Vientiane–Bangkok

If you are heading to Bangkok from Vientiane then it is worth considering the overnight train.  Given that a 1st class fare costs just under USD $40 and 2nd class about $25 it is very economical.The train leaves Nong Khai, across the Thai Border at 18:20 and is scheduled to arrive in Bangkok at … [Read more...] about Overnight Train from Vientiane–Bangkok

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August 6, 2011

Overnight Train from Bangkok to Vientiane

The overnight train leaves from Hualamphong station central Bangkok at 20:00 hours and is scheduled to arrive in Nong Khai at 08:25 the next morning.  From here you can choose to (1). make your own way to the Friendship bridge and Lao/Thai Border or (2) take a connecting train into Laos.   … [Read more...] about Overnight Train from Bangkok to Vientiane

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