Joanna James
Bangkok – the capital of the Land of Smiles! It is where you get to experience a diverse range of flavours, an array of sights, and a plethora of some of the best adventures in the world. Here are five of the best experiences you'd come across in Bangkok
One of the most splendid ways of exploring the Thai capital is to embark on a cruise along its glistening Chao Phraya River; heighten your experience by climbing aboard an antique rice barge and having your pick from the finest Thai delicacies. This cruise will take you through the city and offer you the most exquisite views while you sip your favourite beverage under a sky brimming with stars.
If you're looking for a bit of peace in your hectic life, why not learn the art of Buddhist meditation while you're in Bangkok. Drive over from your 5 star Bangkok hotel to Wat Mahathat, a Buddhist temple in Ayutthaya, located adjacent to Grand Palace. A Buddhist monk will teach you how to unearth your inner zen, in ways you never thought would be possible.
Thailand is more famous as a foodie's paradise and is known for its plethora of delectable dishes and street food delights – why not gain a little knowledge on Bangkok's finest cooking traditions to surprise your loved ones back home! This culinary adventure will take you through the Farmers' Market in Bangkok, where you can pick the local ingredients and learn how to whip up a dish of the finest dishes in Bangkok; from Pad Thai to Red Curry, you'll learn the dish you prefer the most.
Want to make your stay in Bangkok more fruitful – sign up for a fruit-carving class! Located within a driving distance from properties like Emporium Suites by Chatrium is Bangkok's Thai Cooking Academy, which offers classes ranging from 1-2 weeks depending on your requirement. You can also request a morning or evening session at your convenience. Here, you'll be able to gain skills on everything from carving watermelon flowers to detailed floral designs on a variety of other tropical fruits. With your newly added skills of fruit carving, your dinner parties would never be the same again!
Immerse yourself in the Thai spa treatments – it would be unlike any other spa days you might've had back in your home country. Sign up for a hot lava stone spa experience, which is a signature treatment where the most vital pressure points of your body will be healed using several hot volcanic stones. The heat of the stones would simply cure any lingering tensions in your muscles and the aromatic oil would simply rejuvenate yourself, and you'd feel as if you're reborn out of the ashes again – truly glowing and magnificent like a phoenix!
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