Work trip to Bangkok

[coupe69]

Great trip, although the direct flight was dreadful, 12 hours on a plane isn't my idea of fun. Stayed in the Shangri La which is pretty much central. Got to get out on a few nights with the highlights being the State Tower and a boat trip down the Chao Phraya river.

 

[coupe69]

I never class that sort of area as "central" Sukhumvit is where it's at

Visited BKK around 10 times (though always with the wife )

Admittedly it was my first time over there, so I'm by no means a seasoned veteran of all things Bangkok. It felt reasonably central though, really busy, with plenty of hustle and bustle. We did venture down the Si Lom Road to a few different bars which is heading towards Sukhumvit. I'll be honest I was blown away by the Lebua Club Sky Bar on top of the State Tower, the Distil Bar was pretty good too with some epic views at night.

 

[coupe69]

love Bangkok but prefer to head south. I always need a few beers when my brother drives me from Bangkok to Pattaya

Unfortunately, I had no time to go south because it was a work trip. I do however intend to visit for longer in the future. I have a friend who visited the south of the country this year, and from some of the pictures I've seen it looks absolutely incredible.