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Carpet as well as the best Thai beauty brands such as Thann and Panpuri. Looking for something different? The Chatuchak Market offers the best street food in Bangkok at the end of the Skytrain line. Venture a little further to experience a unique half day shopping at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. The colorfully clad merchants at these lively
markets paddle along congested canals in sturdy canoes, laden with fresh fruit and vegetables to sell to shoppers on the banks. The best time to visit is early morning.
For the night time shopaholic Bangkok has some amazing night markets. Head down to the night market in Patong for some great designer bags. It’s also one of the world’s most famous red light districts.
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
Paholyothin Road, Bangkok
for the best shopping in town and something
for everyone in the family, Chatuchak is one of Bangkok’s best attractions. Originally a flea market, it is the largest market in Thailand with over 5000 stalls selling everything from clothing to pets, antiques, plants, jewelry and food. There are lots
of cafes where you can enjoy a great cappuccino or have a cold beer. Open Saturday and Sunday 6am - 6pm.
Spice Roads
T: 0 2381 7490
45 (Sub Soi Pannee) Soi Pridi Banomyong 26 Sukhumvit Soi 71 Bangkok, 10110 Thailand
Spice Roads is a leading bicycle touring company offering riders, of all abilities, the best of Thailand on two wheels. Their trips combine cultural settings, great sceneries, visits to floating markets, quiet canals and off road coconut plantations.
www.spiceroads.com
Come night time, check out the views at Sirocco, an open air bar on the 64th floor of an impressive skyscraper called the State Tower. It’s the perfect way to wind down with Bangkok’s beautiful night scenes.
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
T: 0 2623 5500
499, Kamphaengpet 6th Road | Lad Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Built in 2012 and a must see for any art lover, the five story museum houses over 800 pieces of modern paintings and sculpture. Open 10am - 6pm, Tuesday to Sunday.
www.bangkok.com
STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS IN BANGKOK THAILAND:
MTC at the Legacy River Kwai 5456
Located just 16 miles from Kanchanaburi town,
the resort provides a secluded atmosphere between mountain ranges, green forests and tranquil rivers. The carefully blended architecture is in perfect harmony with
the surrounding nature. Activities include swimming, fishing, basketball, tennis and a relaxing sauna. In the evening, dine in the elegant floating restaurant by the river.
Grand Tower Inn 6305
Just 45 minutes from Bangkok International
Airport, the grand Tower Inn is a great base to explore lively Bangkok. Offering panoramic views of the city, the hotel has a fully equipped fitness center, sauna, jacuzzi and outdoor swimming pool. The on-site restaurant offers a variety of local and international cuisines.
For additional resort listings, visit RCI.com
EAT
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Rossini’s at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit
T: 0 2649 8364
250 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok, 10110, Thailand
This award winning restaurant provides exceptional Italian cuisine, combining top quality imported ingredients with innovative techniques, enhanced by luxurious interiors evoking a Tuscan countryside villa. Has direct access via a skywalk from the Asok BTS Skytrain Station. Open 6pm - 10.30pm.
www.rossinisbangkok.com Nang Gin Kui
T: 85 904 6996
Charoen Krung Soi 20, Chinatown, Talad Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand
Located in Bangkok’s Chinatown and offers
a breathtaking view over Chao Phraya, The River of Kings. The restaurant offers an all- inclusive Thai fusion 15 course dinner set menu with sparkling wine, desserts, coffee, tea and seasonal fruits. guests are seated around traditional Thai low tables on soft
floor cushions.
www.nangginkui.com
Le Normandie Restaurant at Mandarin Oriental
T: 2 659 9000
48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
for authentic french food served in a truly classic and elegant setting, Le Normandie is the best in Bangkok. Situated on the top floor of The Oriental Hotel with splendid views of the Chao Phraya River. fois gras and roasted sisteron rack of lamb are some of the menu highlights prepared by french master chefs.
www.mandarinoriental.com
EXPLORE
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PLAY
Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)
T: 0 2226 0335
Chetuphon Road, Banglamphu, Thailand
The Temple of the Reclining Buddha is located next door to the grand Palace. It’s the largest and oldest temple in Bangkok and is home to the enormous reclining Buddha. The Reclining Buddha was crafted to celebrate King Rama III’s restoration (1824 - 51). At 150 ft long and 49 ft high, it is the largest Buddha image in Thailand. Open 8am - 5pm.
www.watpho.com The Grand Palace
T: 0 2623 5500
Na Phra Lan Rd, Maharaj Pier, Bangkok, Thailand
Built in 1782, this famous palace complex features several magnificent buildings including wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which dates back to the 14th century. The robes on the Buddha are changed each season by the king of Thailand which forms an important ritual in the Buddhist calendar. Open 8.30am - 3.30pm.
www.tourismthailand.org
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Dusit Zoo
T: 0 2282 7111
IBT No.71, Rama 5 Road, Dusit, Bangkok, 10300 Thailand
One of Bangkok’s oldest attractions, the Dusit Zoo has animals from all over the world ranging from penguins and kangaroos, to the African attractions like tigers, lions, giraffes, and hippos that inhabit the Savannah section. Other attractions include the Ananta Samakhom Throne Room and Dusit Palace as well as a swimming lake and mini train ride. Open 8 am - 6pm.
www.zoothailand.org
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