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Koh Larn is a convenient island escape even from Bangkok

Koh Larn, a picturesque Thai island just off the coast of Pattaya, beckons with its beautiful beaches and crystalline waters. Accessible via a frequent 45-minute ferry ride from Pattaya's Bali Hai Pier, it offers a convenient island escape. For those in Bangkok with limited time but a desire for a short island getaway, Koh Larn presents an excellent and easily reachable alternative for a few nights.
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I stayed a few nights at "Runa Runa The Best Guesthouse"

"Runa Runa The Best Guesthouse" lives up to its name! I recently enjoyed a great stay here, finding its location incredibly convenient—just a 5-minute walk from the pier. This also puts you within easy walking distance of several beaches, as well as a fantastic array of restaurants and bars. While breakfast isn't served on-site, countless options are available just around the corner. The guesthouse itself was spotlessly clean and fresh, and I appreciated their laundry service. All of this came at a very budget-friendly price. Highly recommend for a comfortable and well-located stay!
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​I visited the Baan Suan Sathon Cafe, a garden café in Bangkok

​Baan Suan Sathon Cafe is a popular cafe in Bangkok that is known for its serene atmosphere and delicious food. The cafe is located in the Sathorn district, and it is surrounded by lush greenery and a charming pond. It is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing meal. It’s located near MRT Khlong Toei. 

​Baan Suan Sathon Cafe:

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The largest and most popular park in Bangkok comes with Monitor Lizards!

The largest and most popular park in Bangkok. Relax, take a ride in a paddle boat, watch the monitor lizards or just take a stroll in the Lumpini Park. Lumpini park is one of the highlights of Bangkok.
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A forest park in the central of Bangkok? Yes, the Benjakitti Forest Park! A must visit!

​Benjakitti Forest Park is a 72-hectare urban park in the Khlong Toei District of Bangkok, Thailand. It was opened in 1992 on the site of a former tobacco factory. The park features four lakes, wetlands, forests, and a variety of recreational activities, including walking, jogging, cycling, and boating. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
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I bought breakfast at 7/11 and back at the hotel I got a hungry bystander

​Some hotels don't offer breakfast and in that case a budget friendly way to get your breakfast is to go to 7/11 and buy it. As a bonus Seven Eleven have nice coffee. When I got back to the hotel I was immediately approached by the friendly hotel cat.
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A day in Bangkok

Bangkok is a dazzling city which has so much to offer both day and night. So here are some snapshots of an amazing day in Bangkok. 
Bangkok, Thailand, The Grand Palace, Monkey © www.travelblogonline.com

The Grand Palace is a must to visit! The Grand Palace complex was established in 1782 and it consists of not only royal and throne halls, but also a number of government offices as well as the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

Bangkok, Thailand, The Grand Palace © www.travelblogonline.com

At the Grand Palace you can see these amazing monkey warriors. It was the King Rama who had a monkey army under his command. Imagine to meet one these bad boys in a dark alley in the middle of the night!

Bangkok, Thailand, Grand Palace and a guard © www.travelblogonline.com

Someone is busy with her phone and some other is taking a nap... on his duty!

Bangkok, Thailand, a girl in the escalator © www.travelblogonline.com

Peace to everybody... from the mysterious girl in the escalator

Bangkok, Thailand, girl buying sushi © www.travelblogonline.com

There are street markets everywhere in Bangkok. You can really find whatever you are craving for. This girl is obviously in for some delicious sushi!

Bangkok, Thailand, crocodile barbecue © www.travelblogonline.com

If you belong to the more brave, why don’t you try your taste buds with this? Here is some mouth watering barbecued croc. The taste is a little bit like chicken and surely it melts in your mouth.

Bangkok, Thailand, BTS Skytrain © www.travelblogonline.com

The BTS Skytrain is the best way to go around in Bangkok. It’s clean and efficient but can be crowded in the rush hours. But people are very disciplined and fall in line when entering the train.

Bangkok, Thailand, Siam Paragon the fountain © www.travelblogonline.com

Siam BTS station, around here is the main shopping heaven in Bangkok. Ranging from the fashionable Central Plaza and Siam Paragon to the more modest MBK.

Bangkok, Thailand, street life © www.travelblogonline.com

Around the Patpong area it’s always a busy street life day and night with lot’s of everything. The girls in the face masks look very determined on their way to something. The signage “The Lovers” hmm... I wonder what that is?

Bangkok, Thailand, a green snake © www.travelblogonline.com

What a slim Asian beauty! At the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute you can watch her doing pole dancing (around a branch though).

Bangkok, Thailand, a snake handler © www.travelblogonline.com

A snake handler in deep concentration fighting with the longest venomous snake in the world, the King Cobra. Aside from the shows at Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute they also do extraction and research of snake venom, and vaccines, especially rabies vaccine.

Bangkok, Thailand, a girl at the dam © www.travelblogonline.com

When the day turns into evening it gets quiet here in the park... in other places the evening has just begun. The eternal cycle of a city that never sleeps.