Beachside buzz: Pub crawling in Ao Nang
January 4, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C
We spent the rest of the day hopping between beachside bars, soaking in the lively vibes of Ao Nang. Among all the places we visited, my personal favorite discovery was Bamboo Beach Club.
Wrapping Up Krabi
January 4, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ☁️ 30 °C
As the time for our 4:30 PM bus to Bangkok approached, we returned the scooter, collected our bags and passport, and booked a Bolt to Krabi Bus Station with everything right on time, wrapping up ourRead more
Gummies & Good Vibes
January 4, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C
On the bus, we took gummies again to make our journey more enjoyable and memorable, and it definitely worked.
Bangkok & the Buzz
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ 🌙 21 °C
We arrived at Bangkok’s Mochit Terminal early in the morning and, with the help of Google Maps & Rome2Rio, navigated our way to our last hotel of the trip, right near the lively Khao San Road.
Explore first, Check-in later
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
Since we arrived early before the check-in time at Capital O Diamond House, we freshened up and headed out for breakfast and some exploration.
Fueled up at Suriyon Old Town café
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
We headed to a bike rental shop that Google Maps showed within walking distance. On the way, we came across Suriyon Old Town Café and decided to stop for breakfast.
Coffee stop
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
The bike shop mentioned that they only had rentals available for one day, meaning we would have to return the bike by 9 AM the next morning. However, we needed it for longer since our flight was inRead more
A sweet ride
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
We found a shop near Chinatown that had vehicles available for two days, so we headed there. I booked a Bolt to the address, and when the cab arrived, it was unlike any other, stocked with snacks andRead more
Deal on Wheels
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
The rental price was 300 Baht per day, but they agreed to 500 Baht for two days since we were returning it in just 1.5 days. The owner also warned us to avoid getting caught by Bangkok’s trafficRead more
A quick stroll through Chinatown
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
Wrong turn & lucky escape
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
On our way to Park Sathorn Restaurant, I mistakenly followed Google Maps into a restricted road where two-wheelers weren’t allowed. The traffic police immediately called us back. The first thingRead more
A tropical experience within the city
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
An unexpected connection
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
We headed to Pratunam Market again, navigating its narrow roads on our bike. A young kid approached us, promoting an Indian restaurant. Since I was really craving Indian food, I asked if they acceptedRead more
Shopping Spree
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
Now that we had enough cash, we headed to The Platinum Fashion Mall, a well-known shopping hub for clothes. While I mostly shop online, Sam prefers offline shopping, so this was more her scene.
TheRead more
A stroll through Khao San Road
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
On my way back to the hotel, I parked my scooter near Khao San Road and decided to take a walk down the lively street. Known as the backpacker hub, Khao San Road is a vibrant spot that truly comesRead more
The last check-in
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
By the time I reached the hotel, Sam was already waiting at the reception. We quickly checked in, freshened up, and decided to visit Asiatique The Riverfront for the rest of the night before headingRead more
Asiatique The Riverfront
January 5, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
One of Bangkok’s most popular night markets with its stunning riverside views, lively atmosphere, and a mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment
Kicking off last day
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
On the last day of our trip, we started our morning with breakfast at Sam Sen Centre, a cozy spot close to our hotel. We had already checked out, and left our bags at the hotel to pick later. So, thisRead more
Daytime stroll & brunch at Khao San Road
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
We returned to Khao San Road during the day since I wanted Sam to experience its vibe. While exploring, we stumbled upon a beautiful restaurant called My Darling and decided to have another brunchRead more
MBK Center
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
Watching Sam shop so much, I started feeling a bit of FOMO and decided to give shopping a try this time. So, next we headed to MBK Center which is one of Bangkok’s biggest and most famous shoppingRead more
Final shopping rush
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
We returned to The Platinum Fashion Mall and set a time limit of 1.5 hours to finish our shopping. Splitting up, we both did a little shopping before regrouping. With our bags packed and time runningRead more
Farewell to our Bangkok ride
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
Next, we rode back to our hotel, picked up our bags, and headed straight to the bike shop in Chinatown to return the scooter.
Savoring the last moments
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
After returning the scooter, we booked a Bolt cab to the airport, which had an estimated arrival time of 30 minutes. So, we hopped into a nearby 7Eleven and grabbed one last iced coffee of the trip.
The last ride
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
The last bite
January 6, 2025 in Thailand ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Our final meal in Thailand was a simple yet satisfying McDonald’s burger at the airport. With this last bite, our incredible trip came to an end.
