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long the weekend Bangkok Get set to explore one of Asia’s most dynamic cities, where you'll discover gilded palaces, rooftop terraces and intoxicating markets 64 worldtravellermagazine.com
THE LONG WEEKEND For the past three years, Bangkok has been crowned the most popular place on the planet, attracting more than 20 million visitors. Sprawling, steamy and often smoggy, the Thai capital radiates an infectious energy. The city was founded in 1782 on the Chao Phraya River by the Chakri royal dynasty, which is still in place today. On the eastern riverbank, the Old City is home to must-see sights such as the Grand Palace, while nearby Chinatown is a colourful and chaotic maze. Along the river, Bangrak is the centre of the ever-evolving Creative District, with hip restaurants and grand riverside hotels. Elsewhere, Silom serves as the financial district by day and buzzing nightlife destination by night; Siam is the main shopping district; while the sois from Sukhumvit Road offer bountiful shops and eateries. Read on for our curated list of the best luxury hotels, talked-about restaurants and only-in- Bangkok experiences… HEAVENLY HOTELS From family-friendly resorts to boutique boltholes, here are the best places to stay Opened last year in the Siam shopping district, the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok has 171 rooms ranging from spacious to sprawling. There are five restaurants and lounges, while the 16thfloor infinity pool boasts Instagram-ready views over the city. In the same neighbourhood, the resort-like Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has 401 rooms and four saltwater pools set amid landscaped gardens. Foodies will love the Michelin-starred Thai restaurant, while families will appreciate the complimentary kids’ club. Tucked away in acres of gardens and lotus ponds near Silom’s Lumpini Park, The Sukhothai Bangkok has 210 rooms outfitted with silks, teakwood and muted earthy colours. Chill out by the rooftop infinity pool or in the spa, and don’t miss the fabulous Sunday brunch. In tranquil grounds by the river, The Siam is an Art Deco-inspired gem with 29 antique-filled suites and 10 private pool villas. Lounge by the infinity pool or fill your days with cooking classes, spa treatments, Muay Thai boxing sessions or sunset cruises aboard an historic rice barge. In the heart of Chinatown, Baan 2459 (baan2459.com) is a romantic heritage hotel which offers just four rooms. Each one is unique; plump for Room Two with its own private entrance, four-poster bed and clawfoot bath. Then there's the storied, riverside Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, forever ranked among the world's best. Opposite page: Lady selling fruit from her boat at Floating Market This page, from top: Chao Phraya river flows through the city; The Sukhothai, Bangkok sizzling street food Hit the streets to find some of the city’s most mouth-watering Thai food Despite recent attempts by city authorities to rid the pavements of food carts and stalls, Bangkok’s street food scene remains thrillingly vibrant. Septuagenarian chef, JAY FAI, is the undisputed queen; her eponymous shophouse in Rattanakosin became the first and only Thai street-food spot to receive a star in Bangkok’s inaugural Michelin guide in 2018. Patient foodies won’t mind the long wait for her famous crab omelettes and crab curries. Close by, THIP SAMAI is widely considered to serve the city’s best pad thai. In Chinatown; Yaowarat Road and the surrounding sois are street-food central, with plastic tables set up from around 5pm 'til late. Keep your eyes peeled for GUAY JUB OUAN POCHANA, T&K SEAFOOD and LIM LAO NGOW. worldtravellermagazine.com 65
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