Other places in Thailand
cha-am
Chiang Mai
Chon Buri
Hua Hin
Koh Phangan
Koh Samui
Koh Tao
Krabi
Northeast
Pattaya
Phuket
The land of smiles
Bangkok is a hot and bustling city. A river cruise is a good way to get round. It cost £15, which includes a buffet meal and local entertainment.
We stayed in a three star hotel at £12 a night - a bargain. Next, we were off to
Pattaya, 100 miles away. The hotel cost £10 a night, which included a balcony, air-con and a good swimming pool.
Pattaya might not be everybody's choice. The beach is not fantastic, but a boat ride will take to islands with wonderful beaches.
Another day trip which is really good is to the River Kwai. On the way, you stop at the floating market and you ride on a long, narrow boat which is a good laugh.
The cost of the holiday with flights and hotels was £550 for 18 days .
I will be going back soon to the land of smiles.
Read more in our destination guide to Thailand.