Day 4 (09/01/2011) Bangkok

I woke up this morning after a few hour sleep, as I could not sleep until my blog was updated, which was around 4am in the morning (very addictive). After a nice breakfast we started our day with some sightseeing in Bangkok. We went first to the Sampeng Market near Chinatown and visited some temples around the area, which were surprisingly empty. As Chinatown was way off the usual train and bus stops we decided that we can afford a cab to get there.  We got away cheap with just three pounds to pay :)

The Wat Bophit Phimuk was a smaller one but defiantly worth a visit. We even met a very nice monk at work who allowed us to take a picture. I found that it was a really calm and relaxing place. The monk's residences are built in a mixture of both Thai and Chinese styles. This is not a major tourist attraction in Chinatown, but is of historical interest.

The next temple Wat Chaakrawat is on the western edge of Chinatown, and quite close to Wat Bophitphimuk Worahiharn and off the beaten track. Behind the bot is a tiny pond in which crocodiles live (which we didn’t get to see). A very interesting place to visit.

Day 3 (08/01/2011) Bangkok

Good evening my dear readers ;) After a day of really funny events, I am back at the hotel and ready for a good night sleep. But first I had to write down what happened today. Slightly getting the feeling that I am addicted to my brand new blog…

We are staying in the Pinnacle Hotel near the Lumpini Park (in case anyone is interested). After a good night sleep in a really comfy bed I woke up with an exceptional good mood. Of course this was annoying Marina a little bit ;) We got ourselves ready and enjoyed a really nice English breakfast before heading towards the Chatuchak Market (http://www.bangkok.com/shopping-market/popular-markets.htm) where we went for a really long shopping trip. I took my time as I still had no luggage and therefore nothing to wear.

I got my Christmas present; a little necklace from Tiffany, earrings and another necklace matching my new dress :) After hours, a lot of food and many coffees later we finished our shopping trip and went back to the hotel for a nice cold shower.

Day 2 (07/01/2011) Bangkok

I finally arrived in Bangkok after a very exhausting flight with two boys (I swear NEVER again) next to me…After passing the passport control and immigration within two hours (ah only) I got myself happy on the way to the luggage belt and was really excited to pick up my backpack. Surprise surprise, it was nowhere to be seen.

Losing a little bit of patient I waited in an endless queue at the luggage desk. Somehow a piece of paper with my name on it was already waiting; they actually did leave my backpack in London. There I was now wondering what will happen next and when I would get my clothes, toothbrush and everything else. The nice man at the desk told me that with a little bit of luck, it would arrive tomorrow at the hotel, where Marina had already checked in for both of us. Running around in jeans and shirt, only slightly sweating, and trying to get at least some compensation, I managed to get 50 Pounds from BA to do some shopping.

A little bit disappointed that the holidays started already like this I went outside and was such in a bad mood that I actually took an expensive cab instead of the planned cheap bus towards the city. Not only did the cab driver tried to charge triple the price he also left me somewhere near the hotel, but I had no plan which way I should go to get there. But because BA paid for it I didn’t really care so much anymore, at least I was there.

With a little panic bubbling up I tried to call Marina to meet half way, however my phone credit was running out and the connection was very bad. After screaming into the phone where I am and Marina not hearing it we somehow managed to see each other, she was on the other site of the street (6 lanes). Happily I run towards Marina and was just really relived to see a friendly and familiar face :)