Bangkok

Our trip began in Thailand - first in Bangkok, then up north to Chiang Mai, back to Bangkok and finally to the beaches and islands off the southwest coast.

River boat on the Chao Praya river. The old capital, Thonburi, is located on the west side of the river (pictured here). King Rama I moved the site of the capital to the other side of the river in the late 18th century, to where present-day Bangkok stands.

























Pictures of the Grand Palace on the banks of the Chao Praya River

















Food!! One of the most important discoveries on the road. Clockwise from top left: colourful fish cakes, poached quail eggs, happy boazis (steamed bread stuffed with meat, vegetables, etc.), fruit smoothies - some of the best in the world here