Bangkok

In one adjective - A.D.D.
The senses are completely overloaded in Bangkok, perfect for someone like me. Thanks to Lee's notes for the airport, I made it stress free to Khao San Road, the cheapest place to stay in Bangkok. Cheap, however, also comes with the 'rustic' lifestyle. But honestly, who stays in their room anyway. On Khao San Road one can find absolutely anything - travel agents, money exchange, lots of beer, internet, bed bugs, cats, street vendors and 'hippie' backpackers. I've resisted the shops so far and will spend those dollars when I visit again in January. I for sure love sitting street side watching all the people go by, drinking a heinekin and smoking the infamous beedies (tobacco rolled in a tobacco leaf).

Out and About
I decided to venture out into Bangkok buy hiring a motorcycle taxi - yes, again affirming that Carly is a little loco. Super fun and it's by far the quickest way to get anywhere. For sixty cents I traveled to the skytrain and ventured to Silom, a mid-class district. I will for sure stay in this area next time. Why? More family orientated and less boom-boom. In fact, no boom-boom. On Khao San the boom-boom music doesn't stop until about 1am so if anyone wants an early bed time, forget budget guest houses on Khao San. Cheers to ear plugs and cotton liners.

Final Thoughts
If one has patience, this place is great. In fact, it's just like Mexico with a lump sum of pollution. Tomorrow, I'm off to Cambodia. I am very excited to meet the good people of Phnom Penh. While I was in Tokyo, a nice man from Belgium gave me his guide to S.E. Asia and I was very grateful for the personal encounters he had from Cambodia. In this place...a smile goes a long way.