BANGKOK

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Bangkok is nestled among many popular travel destinations in SE Asia.

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Thailand offers Visa exemption for many countries, including Canada. "Visa upon arrival" is an option for some countries.

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The JW Marriott, in the heart of the city, was convenient to explore the city on foot.

Traffic can be a pain

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My Trip Was Short

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You can get templed out in Bangkok.

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Wat Traimit Temple

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Prayers and Offerings Are a Part of Life in Thailand

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Wat Phra Kaew Temple

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Temple corridors and walls are ornate and intricate.

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The Grand Palace

You can't go wrong with Thai food.

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From Gaggan Anand's restaurant to local fare to street food...

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Try a local beer

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In Bangkok, there is night life. Then, there is adult entertainment.

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Nana Plaza, Soy Cowboy & Patpong

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I grabbed a beer and watched people.

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There is a whole lot more to see in Bangkok.

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TOKYO

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BANGKOK

A Racquet Social Travelogue

Bangkok is nestled among many popular travel destinations in SE Asia.

New Delhi and Colombo were part of my itinerary.

Thailand offers Visa exemption for many countries, including Canada. "Visa upon arrival" is an option for some countries.

Suvarnabhumi Airport.

The JW Marriott, in the heart of the city, was convenient to explore the city on foot.

Traffic can be a pain

Your options are: The Skytrain, motorbike taxi, tuk tuks, or regular taxi.

My Trip Was Short

I focused on

Temples

Food

Night Life

You can get templed out in Bangkok.

Wat Traimit Temple

Prayers and Offerings Are a Part of Life in Thailand

Yes, It's real gold!

Golden Buddha

Wat Phra Kaew Temple

Temple corridors and walls are ornate and intricate.

The Grand Palace

The ceremonial residence of the King of Thailand

You can't go wrong with Thai food.

From Gaggan Anand's restaurant to local fare to street food...

Try a local beer

In Bangkok, there is night life. Then, there is adult entertainment.

There are quirky restaurants, dives, and rooftop bars.

Nana Plaza, Soy Cowboy & Patpong

The red-light areas are:

I grabbed a beer and watched people.

There is a whole lot more to see in Bangkok.

I missed the markets: The night market The weekend market The flower market

TOKYO

BANGKOK

Go for the smiles

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