Samut Prakan Province is just east of Bangkok. Technically, nearly everyone who visits Thailand spends some time in Samut Prakan – that’s where Survarnabhumi BKK Airport is – but other than that, people don’t often make it out to this quiet, relatively suburban province just outside of Bangkok. With the upcoming opening of a new BTS Skyrain line stretching all the way out to Samut Prakan, the province is more accessible than ever. Here are three fun things to do for a day outside of Bangkok.
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3 Foods to try in Northern Thailand
One of the best parts about traveling is trying all of the delicious food to be had all over the world. Some of the best food you’ll ever find is street food, served out of a little cart, or from a stall in a crowded market. These three dishes are some of the most famous northern Thai cuisine. Give them a try, and let us know what you think of our recommendations.
5 Green Spaces for Fresh Air in Bangkok
Bangkok locals and expats alike know how important it is to get away from the city’s pollution from time to time for some fresh air and relaxation. If you haven’t got time for a weekend trip away or a day trip outside of the city, check out one of these five excellent parks and green spaces for fresh air around Bangkok, Thailand.
Culture Capsule: Bangkok
There are a couple different ways that you can study a culture, and it’s really interesting to look at the way outsiders view a culture and compare it to the way that one views his or her own culture.
The Mummy Monk at Wat Tham Sua, Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi, a beautiful province in far western Thailand, is home to a number of remarkable temples and sites. One of the most scenic is the famous Wat Tham Sua. Besides the stunning views and amazing temple complex, the “Tiger Cave Temple”, is also the resting place of the mummified body of a famously powerful Buddhist monk, preserved in a glass coffin, who visitors can go to see.
The Thai-Burma Death Railway: Remembering WW2 in Kanchanaburi
Follow the Burmese Death Railway from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi to disciver the history of the Second World War in Thailand.
Snow Town Bangkok REVIEW: Winter Wonderland in Thailand
Snow Town made big news in Bangkok when it opened in 2015, and Christmas seems like the perfect time to visit a Hokkaido-themed winter wonderland on the top floor of a shopping mall in Thailand!
The Marble Temple, Bangkok (Wat Benchamabophit)
Wat Benchamabophit is a quintessential example of Bangkok-style royal temple architecture and one of the most iconic Thai temples.
Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Bangkok
Thanksgiving Day is just a little over a week away! Find out where to enjoy a real Turkey Day feast in the Big Mango.
Issan (Northeastern Thailand): 5 Amazing Destinations
From ancient Khmer temples and magical lotus seas, to dramatic waterfalls and incredible cultural festivals, don’t miss these top five amazing destinations in northeastern Thailand.