by Thailand and his beating heart, Bangkok, are aimed at all types of travelers, from the budget-conscious backpacker to the super luxe-Holiday maker, which makes this living city so unique.
After visiting the Thai capital at various points in my life a few times as part of a round-world journey with a serious budget, and in a further period in which they were looking for the temple and the kitchen of Mesmerizing Myanmar in 2012, it was time to return. However, this trip would look at the high-end side of Bangkok. And high-end bangkok is certainly.
Apart from the tourist Khao San Road and the hundreds of hundreds of hostels, there are no less than 34 restaurants with a Michelin star as well as a variety of ultra-luxury boutique stores as well as beautiful galleries and many flawless five-star hotels. Adult Bangkok has never looked better.
But what Thailand and its capital undoubtedly make so fascinating, regardless of whether they are traveling in a high-end or reserved manner, are its inhabitants. Wherever I traveled in the country, whether solo, with friends or as part of a couple, Thai people never failed to enchant me with their real warmth and generosity.
If you think, respect and read local customs and dress appropriately (to cover your shoulders and knees in temples, for example), Bangkok will reward in an insufficient way to deliver exquisite memories.
What to see and do
Start the day in Moca Bangkok, the modern art gallery of the city, which impresses with over 800 contemporary pieces with outstanding works by illustrious Thai artists Chalermchai Kositpipat and Lumpoo Kansanau.
The extraordinary art collection, which Boonchai Bencharongkul belongs, is presented as part of a permanent exhibition. However, if you do your visit well, you may be able to catch one of the rotating temporary exhibitions. The bootleg show: An exploration of originals and changes ended, for example.
Then Foot the creative and lifestyle room known as the Warehouse 30, in which a number of handicraft providers from which quirky ceramics can be absorbed and the pop -pop soaps made with local essential oils can absorb.
There is also an flawless spa-the ideal adult space for Thai massage and a coffee roaster, which then brings it back to life. Dear Street Art? Near Talat Noi overflows all types of funny designs and colorful murals, from hyper-real illustrations to painted man hole covers, do not miss it.
Round the ideal day in Bangkok by hiking the banks of Chao Phraya River to Wat Phra Kaew (the temple of the Emerald Buddha) on the site of the city of the city. The area built in 1782 remains one of the most impressive sights in the country. A gold-plated structure is located in a 26-inch Smaragd Buddha, which is one of the most sacred Buddha pictures in Thailand.
Make sure that the Golden Stupa in Sri-Lanka-style also anchored the relics Buddha. The deeply spiritual place becomes even more magical when the sun goes down and the light gold dome turns into a more subtle, magical photogenic shadow.
Where you can eat and drink
While 24 hours in Bangkok are not near enough time to try the dazzling selection of bite, snacks and meals, there are some outstanding places that impress, regardless of your budget. Pad Thai is a must for lunch, and the hundreds of street stands of the city with low plastic hairs earn a call.
Take a look at what looks the most busy and bought with ice-cold beers from 7-eleven (it is a bangkok law on passage). Or for Great Pad Thai, in a refined environment, for Baan Phadthai, where a delicious deconstructed version impresses both locals and tourists.
Coffee lovers should watch in Chinatown in Chinatown Mountain Goat Coffee Roasters. The streets in this part of the city are all pastel -colored and extremely photogenic ones; A calm oasis from the traffic. The family-run, this sweet roaster with only three tables offers all the usual coffee variations and the must-try coffee.
If you still have space for a snack, local beloved Jae Wan is a sweet lovers. Offer large shells with hot soy milk with ginkgo beans and jelly balls filled with sesame and Bua Loy (a Thai dessert of coconut milk, sweets and adhesive balls among other delicacies.
Duet of David Toutain is the French restaurant of the same name by Michelin-Zwei-star chef David Toutain and is located in one that can only be described as idyllic, with nature filled with a view of Bangkok’s skyline.
The eight -course tasting menu uses Thai and French flavors as well as fascinating ingredients such as hops, combined with European techniques to produce dishes that not only look fascinating, but also taste like a dream. The blue crab shell is divine.
For a night sack with a view of Wat Pho, the purple nut bar connects Thai flavors with experienced craftsmanship. The result? Killer cocktails and a place on the ’50 best “list of the world.
Where is staying
Usually I like to exploit global hotel chains in favor of small creative rooms, but reopened, the Ritz-Carlton Bangkok impresses at every turn with its flawless interiors and its friendly service.
With a view of Lumpini Park, the heavenly, dotted Hotel Deluxe bedroom and suites with flowering wooden floors, well thought -out placements (there is no search for a socket cave or a light switch here) and toilets in the Japanese style – you don’t even have to lift or rinse the seat or rinsing, everything is automatic. The bathrooms have double sinks, deep bathtubs and spacious rain showers as well as diptyque beauty products in full size (Philosykos fragrant) and brand new glossy dyson hair dryers.
For breakfast you go to Lily’s, a photogenic café and dining area with three different sections. The coffee shop area is relaxed and has everything you need to start the day on the right foot. Cold pressed juices, Thai coconut lattes, incredible pastries and Thai tea waffles, served with Nam Dok Mai Mango and whipped cream.
During the center area, there are lush fabrics and accents of courageous jewel tones near the kitchen.
Apart from Lilys, in which it is too easy to spend the hours, the epic swimming pool of the hotel is best visited in the afternoon, from where it is possible to experience one of the most beautiful sunsets in the city in the dark city.
The service here is unsurpassed to ensure that guests are never without cool towels, fruit skewers or sunscreen and the pool is huge and extremely beautiful and it is seriously difficult to leave. You may only need 24 hours in Bangkok, just to make the best of it.
Details
Double rooms in the Ritz-Carlton Bangkok from £ 390 per night on B & B. Ritzcarlton.com
