When I get something in my head its a done deal. So when I told my friends “hey let’s go to Southeast Asia”, and they said okay thinking it was a passing remark. Within a couple of days I had found tours, flights, and hotels and somehow swindled my friends into taking the 29-hour journey with me. Seeing as it was our first time in Asia we decided that doing a tour was the best option.
Below is our experience at the Floating Markets and Kwai River Bridge
After a ton of research, we settled on the G adventure’s Cambodia on a shoestring, as it was the most reasonably priced and highly recommended. We arrived in Bangkok a couple of days early to have a little more time in Bangkok, we stayed here which was super affordable and had a great restaurant with Karaoke.
One of the most recommended activities was visiting the floating markets. I booked a tour that took us to the floating markets and the Kwai River Bridge. This was probably the highlight of our time in Bangkok and I would highly suggest it. You travel by a private air-conditioned van and our driver was the sweetest and gave us great recommendations.
The floating market was unlike anything I’ve every seen; vendors, restaurants, and boats taking people back and fourth. It was pretty cool. We indulged in some coconut pancakes and the best pad thai in Southeast Asia. Afterwards we headed to the River Kwai Bridge, although very beautiful it was sadly filled with tourist, so keep that in mind. The best part was that everything was so cheap a couple of dollars goes a long way in Southeast Asia. so that extra money you save gives you the opportunity to do more.
With all that extra money you have the opportunity to do more.
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Hi, I’m Jay. A twenty-something-year-old living in New York. There’s not all that much to say about me other than; I love to eat, drink and travel. I’ve lived in some incredible cities from Paris to New York to Florence, and along the way, I’ve crossed off a ton on my bucket list. I hope we inspire you to go out there and see for yourself, just how beautiful life can be.
10 Comments
Heather Johnson
June 26, 2017 at 10:59 pmThe Floating Markets and Kwai River Bridge look like absolutely amazing places to visit. I have never even been out of the US sadly.
Jenn JG
June 27, 2017 at 11:33 amThe floating market sounds like a really cool experience, I love the elephant you got! I hope to make it to Thailand one day, your pictures are beautiful!
Samantha Bye
June 27, 2017 at 1:01 pmThat pad thai looks unreal. I love how spur of the moment you are from mention to booking as well! I need to take a leaf out of your book for impulse.
steve walters
June 27, 2017 at 3:39 pmWow. I love that when you think you would like to go or do something, you just do it.
Jessica@HappilyHughes
June 27, 2017 at 6:08 pmI’ve never really heard about the floating markets before, but this seems like such a fun experience! It’s so fantastic when you can pick up on a spur of the moment idea and go travel. I’m glad you had such a good time on your trip!
michelle
June 28, 2017 at 4:34 pmWhat a fun excursion, we would love to visit the floating market. I have Bangkok on our bucket list.
Cynthia Nicoletti
June 28, 2017 at 10:42 pmThe floating market sounds like a great place to visit. Looks like you had a wonderful time. I wish to visit one day.
Carol Cassara
June 28, 2017 at 11:21 pmI’ve always wanted to see and experience the floating markets! Hopefully, someday! Thailand is such a beautiful country with plenty of places to see! I’m sure you had an amazing time there!
Elizabeth O
June 29, 2017 at 5:33 amI’ve seen photos of them and read qhite a bit about this unique experience. I’d love to visit one.
Alayna
July 6, 2017 at 6:04 pmI love floating markets. Even if you don’t buy anything, its a great way to spend a few hours.