Bangkok’s floating markets are a colourful reminder of the days when farmers brought their produce to sell in Bangkok by boat. They made an early start when the sun was not hot and the fruit and vegetables were at their freshest, and this remains the rule today.

1. Khaosan Road
Come Down to the Crossroads
The crossroads for any young traveler coming to or leaving Southeast Asia are at Khaosan Road. This lively strip is a multi-nationality experience, with dozens of street vendors, artisans, fancy bars and restaurants galore. Ever since Alex Garland’s novel The Beach, and the movie version starring Leonardo DiCaprio, appeared, [...]