New Year Resolution

Hi all! 

I know my new year resolution for 2014! Keeping it simple and hopefully achievable. 

But I have to say I'm not anywhere near $25,000 for this month... Time to double the work, double the sales in February! 

Also, here are some of the personal quotes from yours truly! :) 

Have a fruitful, happy and smooth 2014 ahead everyone! 


With Loves

Elysius

Bangkok Itinerary for 5D - 4N

Hi all! 

It has been a few days since I returned from my long waited Bangkok trip with my Family from 4 Jan to 8 Jan 2014. I have to say this trip has been really fulfilling! A good mix of shopping, eating and sight seeing always helps in rejuvenating a depressed spirit! 

My carefully planned Itinerary as below! 

Bangkok Itinerary for 5Days - 4Nights (4 Jan 2014 - 8 Jan 2014)

SUMMARY 

Day 1 - 4 Jan 14, Saturday

Touch down

Terminal 21 - Shopping

Siam paragon - 4D movie

Asiatique - Chill and shopping

Day 2 - 5 Jan 14, Sunday

Chatuchak - Shopping

Platinum Fashion Mall - Shopping

Day 3 - 6 Jan 14, Monday

Grand Palace - Sight seeing

MBK - Shopping

Central World - Shopping

Chinatown - Dinner + Buy local snacks

Day 4 - 7 Jan 14, Tuesday

Tiger Temple - Sight Seeing

Chinatown - Dinner + Buy local snacks

Day 5 - 8 Jan 14, Wednesday

Platinum Mall - Shopping

Fly back Singapore

DAY 1

Remember to adjust timing to Bangkok time. (245pm SG timing = 145pm BKK timing)

Land transfer to hotel. (Remember to check with the guide on the timing for return trip. ESP now when it is recommended for least 4 hour early check in)

Afternoon Shopping - Terminal 21

Sukhumvit 19 Alley, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

Night Shopping - Asiatique The Riverfront  

Opens 7pm to midnight

Riverside Masterplan Co. Ltd.

2194 Charoenkrung Road, Wat Prayakrai District, Bangkor Laem, Bangkok 10120 | TEL: 02-108-4488 

Some of the recommended restaurants there. 

Baan Khanitha

Traditional Thai meal 

Chicken massaman curry | tiger prawn tom yum | spring rolls and fried fish cakes | deep-fried sea bass with a red curry sauce | scallops in black pepper. 

Opening Hours: 17:00 until 00:00 

Tel: +66 (0)2 108 491011 

Ko Dang Talay

Specialises in seafood. 

Breaded shrimp cakes | a large plate of clams pan fried with holy basil | decent phad thai with large prawns | traditional coconut-based desserts

Opening Hours: 16:00 – 00:00 

Location: Boardwalk, Warehouse 7. 

Tel: +66 (0)2 1084498   

9E Furniture Bar

A big pull here are the bargain-price cocktails and live music

Lemon fried calamari | tom yam spaghetti | fried beef with oyster sauce, served on rice 

Opening Hours: 17:00 – 00:00 

Location: Warehouse 9 

Tel: +66 (0)91 0965195   

Checkmate

Live band

Crispy pork and tomato salad and sea bass with a spicy northern Thai sauce along with fried rice.

Opening Hours: 17:00 -01:00 

Location: E01 

Tel: +66 (0)8 95035206 

Notes: 

They have the famous NARAYA outlet here. 

Catch CALYPSO LADYBOY SHOW if possible. Must book 2 days in advance

DAY 2

Morning Shopping - Chatuchak

Opening 9am to 6pm

Kamphaengpecth Station (MRT) about 5 minute walk from Mochit Skytrain (BTS) Station and Suan Chatuchak (Chatuchak Park) Station (MRT) Traveling by cab about 15 - 20 minutes from hotel

Fresh and ready for a LONG day of shopping

Pure boredom as the ladies shopped and shopped

NOTES: 

To try the famous coconut ice cream! Look for the one that sells the Ice cream with flag! 

Afternoon Shopping - PLATINUM FASHION MALL! 

222, Phetchaburi Rd., Thanon Phetchaburi, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 Thailand

*Sorry but I can't contain my excitement! IT'S MY HEAVENNNNN. Which explains the lack of photos as I went total crazy*

DAY 3 

Visit Grand palace 

Operating time: 08.30 - 15.30

Na Phra Lan Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok

Tel. 2623 5500 ext.3100, 0 2224 3273

Dress code: These following clothes are strictly not allowed 

1.  Shorts, mini-skirts, short skirts, tight fitting trousers, and tights

2.  See-through shirts and blouses, as well as culottes or quarter length trousers

3.  Sleeveless shirts or vests

4.  Sandals (without ankle or heel straps)

5.  Rolled-up-sleeved shirts

6. Sweatshirts and sweatpants, wind-cheaters, pajamas and fisherman trousers

Ticket at 400 - 500 baht each | Join english / mandarin tour at 100 baht

Night - Chinatown for dinner

4D Movie at Siam Paragon!

To be very honest, I was very excited about this 4D movie experience. But it turned out to be a total disappointment.. Out of the whole movie, the 4D effect lasted only 10% of the movie at MOST. 

What made an impression is the Thailand anthem prior to the movie and everyone stood up. Something you will never see in Singapore. Beautiful anthem and their respect for their King is admirable.

DAY 4

• Tiger temple + Floating Market Tour 

• Address: Wat Pa Luang Ta Bua Yanasampano

• Dress code applies! *refer to above*

DAY 5 

Free and Easy.

Of which I chose to shop Platinum allll the way! And my damages for the trip!

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Always remember to get a Map / Name card of your hotel. Easier for you to return to your hotel especially if you can't speak Thai. 

• When visiting places like Temple and Grand Palace, ensure that your attire is appropriate as you maybe denied entry to the place is your outfit is deemed inappropriate

• All Most of the Tutu / Taxi driver is out to scam you. My recommendation is to get on taxi which uses meter or if you wish to go through the uniquely Thailand public vehicle - Tutu make sure you negotiate and agree on a price BEFORE going onto the Tutu.

• Always inform someone in Singapore of your trip and keep your passport with you at all time. 

• Bring a travel adapter and moisturizer as Thailand's weather is very very dry

• Comfort > Looks. A comfortable footwear goes a looong way. 

• Don't be shy to negotiate price in Places like Chatuchak, Platinum mall and souvenirs shop! 

Most importantly have fun and be safe! 

With Love

Elysius