Bangkok 2008 Day 9-18: Short Update

Hey all,

Due to the extremely low bandwidth I have access to, I won't be able to upload the tons of pictures I have at my disposable this past week.

In short, here are the highlights from Day 9 (29th February Friday)

1) On the evening of Day 9, after work I headed to Emporium, a shopping mall located next to the Phom Phrong BTS station. It's a luxury shopping mall but only 1/4 of Siam paragorn's size. Siam Paragorn being the biggest luxurious mall in Bangkok. I like the food court, it's a bit small, but its decoration's got this very personal touch. Looks mall like a living hall full of books then any other food court I've seen. Very cozy.

2) On Day 10. Was sorta forced to move out from our usual stay to a hotel called Unico Leela. Much to my dismay, the hotel cost a lot more than the service apartment I came from and the facilities are far worst. Although I've adapted to the condition here, still extremely unsatisfied to a certan extend. Lacks a gym.

Took that off my mind by exploring Soy 3 (Where the hotel is located). Was actually quite eager to locate a laundry place because the hotel charge a fortune for wash/iron and there was no balcony for self washing. Noticed that Soy 3, being labeled 'business district', is full of hookers prowling the streets. Seems more dodgy than Nana street.

And the place is where middle east residents settle.

The walk to the nearest BTS station is pretty far too. I started hating the place on that very day itself. Oh well. Watched a movie at Central that night to coowl off.

3) Day 11- Trip to china town. They were hunting for bird's nest and sharks fin. Normally I would object to consuming shark's fin due to obvious reasons. But I guess it's fine this time around.

Later that evening found a hair salon. Found a style I like and might just get it before I return home.

4) Day 12- Day 16- Work... tired... bored...

5) Day 17- Head to Ayathuya (Ancient city). Spent practically the whole day sight seeing.

6) Day 18- None much. Just hung out doing jack. And resting up after the previous day's tiring trip.

Anyway, I will upload pictures once the Internet connection improves. Expect that in a few days time.

Take care peeps.