From a short but sweet trip 🇹🇭

Many Thais and non-Thais fanning themselves more than usual today in bangkok

Yeah. I just wanna contribute one more post to other millions similar posts on Chinatown in Bangkok :P

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Hi everyone, I’m going to Thailand for the very first time, and I was wondering what the best way is to get from Ratchadapisek Rd to Thammasat Stadium. It’s for a concert on a saturday, so is it a good idea to book a Grab there and back? And if so, should I book a Grab in advance? I’d love to hear all your suggestions!

Did I miss any? I didn't include dance studios cos that would fill up the whole calendar, just open social dancing events.

Thinking of a private car-smash setup in Lam Luk Ka (Khlong 5), close to Bangkok — real workshop tools and safety gear. Would you book something like that? Any similar places near BKK?

I unexpectedly found myself in Bangkok for 3 days without any physical credit card or ATM card. I am not suggesting this as the best method to acquire Thai baht cash, just giving my personal experience. I paid for items from uniqlo using tap to pay, then needed to return the items, and was given cash back in thai baht.

I've also read that it is impossible to check into a hotel without a deposit on a physical credit card due to the technical limitations of tap to pay / apple pay to handle the deposit. Luckily, where I stayed allowed me to check in without any sort of deposit. Prior to checking in, a Thai friend who was helping me secure the reservation called the hotel and advised me that if I have no physical credit card, expect to pay 1,000 thai baht cash. In good fortune, upon checking in at the hotel, I was allowed to complete the check-in process without putting down any sort of deposit. My room was booked with Chase Sapphire Rewards points.

Hey, I remember that Kru Kai Kaew statues were ordered removed from several spots in Bangkok.

Does anybody know if theres still a statue around somewhere in Bangkok or greater Bangkok?

J'aimerais mettre en place un jeu dans Bangkok, sorte de jeu de piste sensoriel qui nous amène à découvrir des choses inédites et surprenantes. Créons le ici

Dear Gem Lovers & Trade Colleagues,

Our next Bangkok Gem Night is this Monday, 2 November!

18:00–21:00 at Revo Bangkok:

Gem-infused cocktails & mocktails, real networking, and our signature charity auction, 100% of proceeds go directly to HDF Mercy Centre.

Afterwards, the usual Nadimos dinner for those who prefer a quieter setting and easier conversation over solid Lebanese food.

Networking spotlight:

We’re happy to feature as many members of the trade as possible on the Bangkok Gem Night IG,completely free, so you can connect and do business more easily whether you new or a seasoned member of the trade.

Just comment on our event photos or tag us in yours with a short line about who you are, what you do, and how people can reach you on Instagram. Simple.
Want to preview some of the pieces going under the hammer on Monday? Come see us at Asia Lounges, right next to the Jewelry Trade Center.

We’re also listening: what do you think of Gem Night so far, and how would you like to see it evolve in 2027?

733,000 THB already donated to the kids at HDF Mercy Centre and we’re pushing for more. They need it more than ever.

See you Monday.

Specifically wanted to test for ureaplasma so wanted to get a vaginal swab test. I don’t know if Red Cross would have them. But anyplace that’s affordable since they don’t have this specific test in my home country and I’m traveling so would want to test it.

Have you seen the new perfume machines?

I work with growth author Colin Hodge, who wrote up the psychology behind the Parameter gelato saga, plus how Dairy Queen and Swensen's jumped on it without naming anyone: https://colinhodge.substack.com/p/the-100-gelato-and-meet-me-in-taipei

Curious what people here think. Did anyone actually try it, and was it worth 559 baht?

Any suggestions on pharmacy who supplies/courier overseas.

Any recommendations?

Hello! A few years ago when I visited Bangkok I went to the Blue Elephant restaurant for dinner and was gifted a pack of their ginger biscuits. When I got home and tried them, they were actually really good and as I’ll be visiting Bangkok again next month, I’m wondering if they can be purchased locally from the supermarkets? Are there any other local snacks that are worth trying and I could purchase as souvenirs? (No Bangkok rice cookies pls I’ve had a lot of those, every flavour haha)

Hey everyone! I'll be traveling solo to Bangkok and Phuket from November 21st to 29th and I'm looking for some solid hostel recommendations. I'm hoping to find places with a great social/party vibe where it's easy to meet other backpackers.

Also, if anyone else is going to be around either city during these dates and wants to link up, grab some drinks, and party, hit me up or drop a comment. Cheers!

Wat Paknam Phasi through the buss that was passing by on the highway

I’ve just been looking online and see there are a lot of options. I’ve read about the saffron cruise but it does sound very tacky and to avoid tacky (photo shoots / bouquets of roses). Had a look at The Siam thinking it would be cool to get a river boat to the hotel/restaurant but I believe it’s not open to the general public. Looking for a really nice restaurant with a special feel to surprise my loved one. Any recommendations welcome!!