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Taling Chan Floating Market

Bangkok is one of the most prosperous cities in Asia, and since the recent boom in business began in the 1980s, what was once a small trading post has been transformed into a sprawling metropolis by the emergence of business activity. Although Bangkok is a popular tourist location for her unique culture carved out of a rich history laden with traditional arts and customs, the rise in tourism is causing this very culture and heritage to seemingly disappear. Fear not however, for there is one place where one can truly enjoy a descent into Thai history and culture, untouched by the hands of globalisation, a place called the Taling Chan Floating Market.

A visit to the Taling Chan Floating Market is very easy, since it is one of the fifty districts that make up Bangkok, and located only a short distance away from popular places of accommodation such as the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok, a popular Luxury Hotel Bangkok has to offer.

The main reason the Taling Chan Floating Market is appreciated is for its sincerity to Thai culture that makes it stand apart from the bigger floating markets that adorn the cityscape. A foreign tourist can easily traverse the market without having to book a tour or becoming overwhelmed by legions of people.

The food in the Taling Chan Floating Market is iconic Thai seafood, ranging from massive Shrimp to Blue Crabs and large fish, typically prepared on small boats using smaller barbeques. If you’re uncomfortable eating on the floor, many restaurants have little plastic tables and chairs placed for the convenience of the guests, although these would tend to fill up fast when during the hours after 12pm.

So there you have it, the Taling Chan Floating Market, the go-to place should you choose to taste a sincere slice of Bangkok.

Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.

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Safari World Zoo and Park

All year round thousands of tourists make their way to Thailand for various reasons. The country blessed with beaches and exciting landscapes and architecture remains a magnet for tourists. There is always varying activities for all groups of tourist who come here. The capital Bangkok remains one of the buzzing and vibrant cities in this region and you can find many a luxury Bangkok City Hotel to suit your accommodation requirements. Among them, one that has been highly recommended is Chatrium Residence Sathon Bangkok that is well located to keep you safe from the hustle and bustle of the city but at the same time conveniently located minutes away from the many attractions such as the Grand Palace.

One of the concerns for families travelling with children is to find enough and more activities to keep them happy and occupied. Bangkok has plenty of activities and attractions for the entire family. One such place is Safari World. Consisting of two parks, one being the Marine Park and the other being the Safari Park opened its doors to the public in 1988. If you’re against the zoo concept but would still like to be up close to the animals this is an excellent place to be. The park is divided into the two sections as mentioned above. The safari park allows visitors to access in their own vehicles or get on board a bus operated by the park. The Marine Park operates on a more traditional zoo model where there are shows as well as food stalls for the entertainment of the visitors.

The open air safari park allows animals to roam freely, however, there are few restrictions. What you can find here are, zebras, camels, antelopes, rhinos, tigers lions among many others.

 

Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Melissa Somawardana, concealed under the name of Kanya Mae, writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media.

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Safari World Bangkok

Safari World Bangkok offers an exciting wildlife experience, fun and entertainment to all visitors irrespective of their age and nationality and is a popular choice amongst leisure parks that you will find in many a travel guide. Bangkok attractions such as this one can be enjoyed by the whole family making it such a top choice. While enjoying a stay at well placed properties like Anantara Sathorn Bangkok Hotel, visitors can take a tour to this amazing Open Safari Park and Marine Park near Bangkok.

Safari World Bangkok consists of an open zoo with a Safari Park and a Marine Park. Safari Park is an 8 kilometer long land where animals roam freely in a beautiful African jungle setting. It is home to many species of wild animals like lions, tigers, zebras, camels, antelopes, gazelles, rhinos, ostriches and hundreds of animals from all over the world. Further, a large herd of giraffes roam around the feeding area. Feeding giraffes is another exiting thing as giraffes are always hungry! It is really an exciting experience to drive amidst free roaming wild animals, watching lions and tigers at close range from vehicles.

The Marine Park is a traditional zoo; a part of the giant theme park has a vast collection of land and sea animals as well as birds. One can take a cruise river ride through the jungle to see crocodiles and gorillas. There are exciting shows daily with water skiing, Hollywood cowboy stunts, with many shows by animals like dolphins and sea lions, orangutan boxing, hundreds of exhibits featuring white tigers, fantasy carp garden, crocodile garden, tapir kingdom and many more.

Thus the wilderness of Safari World is a great way to spend the day away from the city and enjoy the nature and wildlife in style.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Fly a Boeing 737 in Bangkok

Bangkok, the Venice of the East has many attractions for leisure and pleasure seekers and diverse facilities for business and professional events. Therefore, thousands from all over the world visit Bangkok and budget to luxury accommodation is available to suit every purse. When it comes to upscale accommodation, the Sathorn District stretching from Lumpini Park south to the river is a popular choice. Sathorn Hotel Bangkok means elegance and luxury. Anantara Sathorn Resort & Spa with its contemporary style, superb facilities and service and traditional and cosmopolitan cuisine would be an excellent choice.

Among the many thrilling experiences Bangkok offers a unique experience for all aviation enthusiasts- from kids to adults in the form of a simulated flight in a realistic mock up of a Boeing 737.

Flight Experience Bangkok in Silom is where Bangkok vistors can become pilots for a while.

Though it is a situated in central Bangkok and a short walk from the Sala Daeng BTS station Flight Experience Bangkok is hidden among other buildings at the corner of Silom and Soi Convent. It is an unmarked entrance just past Soi I and between the Doitung Café and Better Vision glasses shop.

Inside Flight Experience Bangkok it is a very exciting atmosphere. The simulator is mocked up just like a Boeing 737 and the cockpit is the same size as the one in an actual aero plane. An array of dial, buttons and switches with computer linkages are there to make visitors feel and think like a pilot (In fact, this one is more sophisticated than some actual simulators used for initial pilot training) Air traffic control is there too . Before a visitor straps in to be a Boeing 737 pilot in the simulator the highly experienced Flight Experience staff will give him or her a briefing. All of them hold pilots’ licenses and are ever ready to help. A staff member will be beside the visitor throughout the flight to offer help if and when needed.

Take off and landing locations can be picked from over 20,000 airports all over the world. .The audio and visual simulation is so good and details have been taken care of with such meticulousness that visitors really feel as if they are up among the clouds. For the more daring visitors there is bad weather simulation including snow.
Flight Experience Bangkok is a never-to –be forgotten experience in Bangkok and will certainly add thrill and adventure to a visit to Bangkok.

 

Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.

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Sukhumvit Soi Cowboy

Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is arguably the best most famous tourist destination in Southeast Asia. Known for its vibrant culture and amazing attractions, Bangkok is home to timeless landmarks, bustling shopping districts, cultural attractions, and many options for leisure and recreation. Some of Bangkok’s iconic highlights include the the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo, traditional Bangkok floating markets, Wat Arun, the Bangkok National Museum, and thriving red-light districts. A great hotel to accommodate yourself while looking for things to do in Sukhumvit is The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok.

Red-light districts and late-night entertainment zones are quite common in Bangkok, yet one which is truly a favorite in the city is Sukhumvit Soi Cowboy. Sukhmuvit Soi Cowboy, or simply Soi Cowboy, is a red-light district, in the form of an entire street, known for its high spirited and carefree atmosphere. Home to over 40 bars, night clubs and pubs, this straightforward red-light district is easily one of the most exotic and exciting places to visit for late-night entertainment.

Soi Cowboy is located between Soi 21 and Soi 23 in Sukhumvit, and is one of the most popular landmarks of Bangkok; there is hardly any local that does not know about it. The name ‘Soi Cowboy’ is a nod to the late T. G. Edwards, one of the first owners of a go-go bar, who was known for his signature cowboy hat. Soi Cowboy has come a long way since the days of T. G. Edwards, as today the street is flanked with some of Bangkok’s hottest go-go bars! Another reason why Soi Cowboy is so famous is that it is known for being straightforward with no scams; what you see is what you will get. Operating till about 2.30am each night, and catering especially to tourists and expatriates, Soi Cowboy is well worth visiting if you want to experience the wild Bangkok nightlife.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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Potters of Koh Kret

The history of pottery can be traced back centuries and the oldest evidence of its existence was found at the Xianrendong Cave in the Republic of China. Archaeologists continue to discover such evidence across the globe indicating its popularity worldwide. However, due to the use of fire and also considering the lengthy period of time necessary for shaping the clay, archaeological evidence indicates that pottery came into existence subsequent to humankind achieving a sedentary life. This, in combination with the discovery of fire lead to the development of pottery with potters creating vessels using a variety of techniques such as hand shaping, firing, glazing and later on, kilns. Through such methods, different varieties of pottery such as earthenware, stoneware and porcelain were created.

The island of Ko Kret located in the vicinity of Bangkok Thailand is well known for pottery. Located on the Chao Phraya River, tourists and travellers can enjoy examining the various styles and different types of pottery at the Museum of Kwan Aman Pottery. This museum is home to a collection of Mon design ceramics, which are ancient and considered quite valuable as the Mon people were considered to be talented potters. The museum itself is open from 9am to 5pm daily and is definitely worth a visit for it provides an intriguing insight into an integral component of the lifestyle of the locals. For those who choose to visit the Assembly of Pottery Craft a demonstration of how these creations are made awaits them and tourists will also have the convenient opportunity to purchase such vessels as souvenirs or to give as gifts once they return.

Those who wish to visit the village can opt for a Bangkok cruise tour, namely the Chao Phraya Express on Sundays for the price of just three hundred baht. Such Bangkok cruises allow tourists to visit villages such as Ko Kret with minimum hassle and conveniently. Given the cultural diversity and rich heritage the Thai are privy to, the country is filled to the brim with exciting and intriguing landmarks and places of interest. Ensure that you soak in the local culture by opting for Anantara Cruises that provides tourists with the opportunity to mingle with the locals and see the sights both conveniently and comfortably.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Cycling Tours in Bangkok

There’s simply no better way to unravel the secrets of Bangkok than by going on a cycling tour of the city and its pleasant surroundings. However before setting off it is always best to choose a Bangkok hotel to stay in. Anantara Bangkok Sathorn which is seen as one of the luxury hotels Bangkok has to offer would prove to be a good choice when contemplating as to where one should be based at.

From country villages, scenic mountains to the hustle and bustle of the city; all can be explored quite easily when decides to strap up and hop on board a cycle. The sights of traditional villages and locals working in rice fields are but a few of the thought provoking experiences that you are bound to come across when moving through the beautiful countryside of Bangkok. The temple of Phurt Udom Pol is well worth the visit. Cycling along the Chao Phraya River is yet another absorbing experience that must be had while a tour of Bangkok’s Chinatown will offer you valuable insights into the lives of Chinese who call the city their home. From ancient museums to imposing religious shrines, the sights are truly countless.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Kidzania Theme Park

The popular Mexican chain of family entertainment centres, KidZania recently opened its theme park in Bangkok. Being one of the world’s fastest growing global edutainment brands, Kidzania has been receiving millions of visitors at its locations around the world, over the years. These theme parks are created to resemble a child-sized replica of an actual city inclusive of buildings, theatres and shops as well as pedestrians and vehicles moving along its streets.

These entertainment venues let children work and earn currency. The money the children earn by performing these tasks are kept in each theme park’s bank, to be spent on KidZania activities and at the gift shop. A special feature of these parks is that children are given electronic bracelets to wear, which allow parents to remotely keep track of them. A 14 member group of children carry out the governance of KidZania, a 26% share of which is owned by the famous Bollywood actor Shahruk Khan.

In recognition of the brand’s uniqueness and value as well as its future potential, various organizations presented many awards to KidZania which was voted by IAAPA as the World’s Top Family Entertainment Centre. The brand was also announced to be among the ‘2012 Best Mexican Companies’ by Deloitte Mexico and ITESM.

Whist the theme park of this brand is a major attraction in Bangkok, there is also a plenty of other places of interest ranging from upscale shopping destinations to beautiful religious sites. A traveller should also make it a point to sample local cuisine when in the region as it is a major part of the entire experience. Being one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Asia, Bangkok offers a lot for leisure travellers to enjoy.

If a traveller is looking to be based at a service apartment in Bangkok, Somerset Park Suanplu Bangkok is an option to keep in mind. It is wise to opt for a centrally located serviced apartment Bangkok has to offer, in order to make the most of your holiday travel to this part of the world, rich in history and culture. Such theme parks as KidZania will also help ensure that kids will have a truly fun and exciting holiday as well.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+

Koh Kret Cycling Tour

Koh Kret Island is an isolated piece of land that is found on the Chao Phraya River. In the 17th century a channel was dug which caused it to be separated from the mainland. Mon immigrants are said to have settled here over 200 years ago. Even at present a large majority of the island’s population belong to the Mon tribe. They have preserved the traditional way of life on the island. There are no roads or bridges that have been built here and the best way to get from one end of the island to the other is to simply walk. Another way that is now widely popular amongst tourists is taking a cycle tour. One can hire a cycle from the tour company for a nominal price then take the boat ride to Koh Kret.

The cycling tour is a great way to explore the island because there is no harm done to the environment. You can always rest in a shady spot, drink water and have a snack and continue to see the rest of the island. A special characteristic of the island are the river houses since they reveal the river based life of the island’s inhabitants. The people thrive on fishing and resources that surround the island. Their day to day life has been environment friendly and resourceful. The traditional earthenware pots made from clay are used as pans and cooking utensils. While on the cycling tour you can pop into the Koh Kret Museum to find out information about the way people lived on the island.

There are also several Mon type temples that have been built. Wat Parami Yikawat is definitely worth checking out; you can see some interesting architecture, and the style is very different to what you find in the temples in Bangkok. If you want to visit some of the places outside of Koh Kret then you should look to stay at Bangkok serviced apartments. They are more private and have all of the utilities that you will need for your holiday. Anantara Baan Rajprasong Bangkok is one such option and provides Sukhumvit accommodation in city’s business district.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Bangkok Flight Simulator

If you always dreamed of being a pilot and taking to the skies while in the cockpit of your very own commercial airplane, then the Bangkok Flight Simulator is the place where you can turn this dream into reality! While this attraction provides a virtual tour of the skies, make sure to have a very real sightseeing tour of the Thai capital which can be enjoyed on Bangkok cruises. Anantara Cruises Thailand offers just such a Bangkok cruise tour and lets you get one of a kind view of the capital.

Located within walking distance of the Sala Daeng BTS station in a central part of the city, the Bangkok Flight Simulator features 30 minute and 60 minute flights that give you the opportunity to get into a life-size cockpit of a Boeing 737. The controls, switches and buttons are similar to that used in real life and the fact that staff are also dressed like plane crew members lend to the realism. Instructors are present who will give you training so you will not be totally lost while at the controls. Featuring over 20,000 airports from around the world to choose from, the Bangkok Flight Simulator provides a fun filled and certainly realistic flight experience that you are unlikely to forget.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+