Joanna James
Shopping in Bangkok is quite a treat. Huge glitzy malls, buzzing crowded night bazaars, unique and exotic floating markets are just a few of the thrills that await the serious and casual shopper there
This marvellous shopping mall is the largest in Bangkok. The place is home to a good collection of shops and cafes catering to the modern shopper. Enjoy shopping for high street fashion, exotic sports good and the latest in high-tech gadgets. The mall is also the best place to buy the latest sports car. CentralWorld is a marvellous entertainment venue; boasting a 16 screen paragon Cineplex, gourmet cafes and restaurants and even a Kinokuniya bookstore.
MBK is the budget shoppers haven. The place is likened to an indoor version of the giant Chatuchak Market. The 7 floor building is home to over 2,000 stores that deal in all manner of retail goods. The biggest allure here is the variety of goods and very competitive prices on offer. The place is particularly popular for luggage, gold ornaments, street wear, mobile phones, photo equipment and video games.
The glitzy mall sells over 400 labels within its walls. The luxury shopping mall is spread across 4,000sqmtrs that offer the best in international high-end brands. It is however not just for the big spenders, as budget shoppers too enjoy spending on lower priced Thai designer wear, affordable high street fashion and browsing a whopping collection of restaurants, cafes and entertainment venues. Best of all the place offers easy access right to the BTS Skytrain on Sukhumvit Road.
Book yourself into a top Bangkok resort and spa and you will be ever ready to take on more shopping expeditions like Terminal 21. Rest relax and rejuvenate before you head over to Terminal 21 for this mall requires all your attention. One of the most unique malls in South East Asia, Terminal 21 is made up of shopping streets from across the world. You can indulge in fashion shopping at London's Carnaby Street, browse the streets of busy Tokyo city and be overwhelmed within the exotic confines of a Turkish souk. Dining too is an extension of this same style with Fisherman's Wharf from San Francisco being just one of the international eateries offering an authentic atmosphere.
Enjoy touring the winding canals of Thailand's backwaters during a visit to Damnoen Saduak Market. The place is ideal for a taste of traditional Thai lifestyles; boats full of fresh fruits and flowers will float past you as you make your way to the market. Relish stopping for a bite of freshly made noodle soup from one of the long tail wooden boats or enjoy the verdant banks surrounded by lush foliage, wooden houses and loads of smiling locals. The best way to experience the marvels of the Chao Phraya River is to find accommodation along the river of kings. From these well placed Bangkok hotels you can also visit the flower market best enjoyed in the early hours of the morning. Resorts similar to Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort are an ideal choice from which to set out on your shopping sprees to such sites.
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