Discover the Heart of Thailand with Slow Travel: 2026's Unmissable Experiences Near Furama Hotels
Why Settle for Ordinary? Discover a Better Way to Travel Thailand in 2026 Travel is changing—and so are the travellers who get the most out of it.
Why Settle for Ordinary? Discover a Better Way to Travel Thailand in 2026 Travel is changing—and so are the travellers who get the most out of it.
Songkran, the Thai New Year festival celebrated from April 13 to 15, is a vibrant and culturally rich event that transforms Bangkok into a city-wide celebration of water fights, traditional rituals, and festive activities. For tourists planning to visit Bangkok during Songkran 2025, here's a comprehensive guide to making the
Bangkok is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. That’s why you come across different ethnicities and races while strolling around the streets, markets and tourist destinations in the Thai capital. While these people come to Thailand from different parts of the world as a tourist to enjoy and
Ban Mai market is situated at the bank of river Bangpakong in Chachoengsao which is a small beautiful city, fifty miles away from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. It’s also known as the “hundred year” old market. While strolling around in its narrow streets one can see the clear
Chachoengsao is a small city located halfway from Bangkok to Pattaya. While these two cities are always packed with foreigners, Chachoengsao is a perfect place to experience Thai culture and lifestyle. The beautiful temples, miles long mesmerizing river bank, fairly priced healthy food and friendly people of Chachoengsao truly represent
Dreamworld is situated a few kilometers out of Bangkok in the Rangsit area and it’s easy to get there by bus or a taxi. However, Dreamworld’s official website offers “transfer” packages that include pick and drop services. You’ll be picked up from your hotel or any other accommodation in Bangkok
Lampang isn’t the usual stop for most tourists as it’s not really somewhere you’d think to go - but think again.
If you’re after a break from the hectic buzz of Bangkok, then why not hop on a train for 2 hours to the beautifully authentic, Ayutthaya. Ayutthaya gives you a glimpse of Thailand’s history with its abundance of ancient temples and its rich history that should keep you busy for
You can’t imagine how expansive Bangkok is and the number of great places to explore. Soi Rambuttri Road is one of those unique places where you don’t have to spend much money to have a great time. This small one-lane road doesn’t see many cars as its primarily full backpackers
By day, Bangkok is spent exploring its beautiful temples and palaces with it’s golden spires, but by night is when a truly diverse and exciting experience starts. The best place to experience this is the ever famous Silom street which offers its visitors a range of different scenes.
Bangkok is a humongous metropolis with contrasting tropical vibes and exotic culture. It’s hard to imagine ever running out of things to do in a city as diverse as Bangkok. Even if you tried, seeing everything Thailand’s capital has to offer would be extremely challenging.
While Bangkok has a vibrant and wild street life no matter where you go, there is no place that’s packed with so much to see and do like Khao San Road. This 1 kilometer stretch of road is packed with hotels, restaurants and bars on both sides, and strewn down
Once in a while, it’s always great to get out and away from the craziness of the city, especially with what Bangkok has to offer. Whether it’s a day trip or a weekend getaway, Khao Yai is a convenient yet satisfying place to go and get lost amongst the majestic
Travelers typically heading to Bangkok don’t think of it as a kid-friendly city, but with over 8 million people living here, you can only imagine how many incredible activities there are! From interactive art to aquariums, street performers, rollercoasters, flight simulators, parks, and so much more.
Beautiful and awe-inspiring temples, local street markets, never-ending shopping malls, traditional Thai massages and even airplane bone yards are amongst just a small portion of daytime activities and sights that bustling Bangkok has to offer. On the flip side, after sunset, you may know the city for its famous party
When people think about Bangkok, places such as the Grand Palace, MBK, Wat Pho and Chatuchak Market immediately spring to mind. But there are so many other things to see and do in this amazing city. Activities that a regular tourist would never know about or possibly think about doing.
Young entrepreneurs, tech-savvy minds and so-called digital nomads’ dreams are to travel every corner of this world whilst also generating income from their online business and efforts. This is something we see increasingly in this digital day and age especially right here in Bangkok!
When we think of Bangkok, what usually springs to mind is a sprawling concrete jungle with heavy traffic and busy streets. While there are some parks to enjoy, the very concept of ‘fresh air’ will seem quite an alien concept in this city of towering buildings and exhaust fumes billowing
Thailand is world renowned for its hospitality and Thais are famed for being very welcoming towards travelers of all ages – especially families with young kids. Almost every mall in Bangkok has a play zone for kids to explore and blow off steam so if you are visiting with young
Asoke and Silom areas are the top two busiest areas in Bangkok since they are in Bangkok’s CBD. Even though these two areas are not connected, they actually share plenty in common. They are filled with lots of offices, high-rise commercial and residential buildings, and of course, traffic jams, So
Bangkok, a city so full of stuff that trying to squeeze everything into one weekend break is either straight up impossible, or only possible if you’re moving at in-human speeds or a time traveler. Going on the assumption that our readership isn’t made up time travelers or the Flash, we
Wondering what it feels like to be eating along with some furry friends? This is exactly what a pet cafe is all about! In Bangkok, pet cafes are all the rage. These cafes allow you to enjoy your food while sharing a table with some cute and cuddly animals! So
There is no better way to bond with family members than holidaying together. However, travelling with the whole family can be a challenge, especially when there are different age groups to consider. Here are some destinations that everyone can enjoy.
Bangkok is one of few cities I’ve been to anywhere in the world, where the old and the new really come together to form a harmonious experience. Travellers often stop here for only a couple of days, but Thailand’s capital offers an abundance of attractions. On my last visit, I
I love shopping just like the next gal, but when travelling, I try to control my sprees to a minimum to keep my luggage at bay. In Bangkok, however, going to the mall doesn’t have to mean shopping. There are so many other things to do in the shopping centres
Think about Thailand and one of these things will immediately come to mind:
While Bangkok has always been known for its Thai iced coffee, more recently, its café culture has blossomed into a sophisticated espresso scene. With independent local roasters and full-of-charm coffee shops now in nearly every arrondissement, Bangkok has officially announced itself on the world's specialty coffee map. Whether you’re a
Rattanakosin is referred as Rattanakosin Island. However, it is not by any means an island like Phuket or Koh Samui. It is simply the old town of Bangkok that is surrounded by rivers such as the Chao Phraya River.
“You better watch out, you better not cry, it’s April in Thailand and I’ll tell you why.
As the Thais bring in the new year with Songkran Festival, Bangkok faces its hottest month – April. According to Holiday Weather, the average temperature in Bangkok is 87°F (31°C) in the month of April. However, Bangkok’s temperature rose up to 111.7 °F (44.27°C) in 2016! That is one scorching
Heading to the Land of Smiles known as Thailand? Let us take you to a step-by-step guide so you’ll only have fun fun fun in the country’s capital, Bangkok!
Among the many delightful experiences that international traveling offers, treating your taste buds to the local cuisines is definitely among the most memorable ones. Let Bangkok’s multiple delicacies make their way to your heart through your stomach and taste for yourself, why Thai food is so popular worldwide. Sit tight
Bangkok has a plethora of activities for kids and families. Children have countless options to have fun and be entertained. There are gaming arcades, outdoor activities, theme parks, and even water sports for kids! When in Bangkok, there’s plenty of fun and adventure for children between the ages of 2
Bangkok is home of many unbelievable places and sights. It can offer adventures you would not even believe possible. One of these adventures is a visit to Maeklong Umbrella Market. It’s not your regular market, but a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see how exotic fruit, vegetables, and other goodies are sold
Markets in Bangkok have a charm of their own. With a plethora of activities and things to do in Bangkok, one of the most popular is shopping in local and night markets. You can shop for days on end or with intervals to do some sightseeing. The options available in
Bangkok is one of the most vibrant cities of the world. This 8 million city is so rich with tastes, smells, experiences, ways of life and cultures. It’s also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, offering everyone to have the time of their lives. The only
Did you know that Bangkok is the most visited city in the world? But Thailand’s capital often gets overlooked and used only as a means to travel to the country’s islands or jungles.
Bangkok is Thailand’s capital city and also the most popular one for tourists. Bangkok has always been a top destination as a city with a lot to offer. Whether you have just one day or a couple of days in the city, there’re plenty of things to do in Bangkok.
It’s easy to get lost in a wild city like Bangkok. With a city of millions of people speaking a foreign language, it’s also easy to miss some of the truly amazing things Bangkok has to offer. There are plenty of tourist traps throughout Thailand’s capital. It can be hard
Bangkok is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in South East Asia. Serving as the capital city of Thailand, varieties of places are located here for explorers like you to go and see while having pleasant time together with your love one, your friends or even enjoying yourself
During the first trip to Bangkok, almost every traveller will want to visit a floating market! There are actually more than five floating markets around Bangkok, opened all day. The boats are piled high with tropical fruits and vegetables, fresh, ready-to-drink coconut juice and local food cooked from floating kitchens
It’s the norm to for people to have busy lifestyles in such a vibrant place like Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. There are many things going on everyday be it the heavy traffic or the crowds of people in subway. Bangkok is well-known for its street vendors and food.
Thailand is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Its capital, Bangkok, is definitely one of the major draws to the country. Bangkok has all the appeal of any major city. It offers a nice blend of traditional Thai culture and modern entertainment perfect for all visitors to
Bangkok on its own is already an exciting city. The vibrant atmosphere and hectic city life will make your heart pump faster for sure. Its hectic life might seem a bit intimidating at first, but once you get used to it you will see its beauty.
Songkran is a Thai traditional New Year which happens on April 13 to 15 (national holiday) every year. The Songkran tradition is recognized as a valuable custom for the Thai community, society and religions. The significance of Songkran for family members is to gather in order to express their respects