Experience in Bangkok, Thailand by Chanika

What is it like to live in Bangkok? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Bangkok is a diverse city. One thing is like about living in Bangkok that it always makes you surprised! If you are looking for chic lifestyle with cheap price then Bangkok is waiting for you. It is the place where you can find hipster coffee shop next to street food venders or five star hotel next to shitty bar. Yep! This is Bangkok.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bangkok?

We go out for parties a lot. The fact that cost of entertainment and many cool parties, events are cheap so we can afford to pay for ticket. Also Bangkok is never sleep city. I used to party till 2am then went to 24 hours coffee to continue my presentation! Just like you know Bangkok has best street foods in the world, so you don't have to cook and it's fantastic.

How much does it cost to live in Bangkok?

2 USD for a meal.
2 USD for a good coffee.
4 USD for a movie ticket
And 1.50 for a bottle of Chang beer.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Bangkok? Is there any advice you can give?

Isn't that difficult to find it, but if you need a good and reasonable price you might need someone who can speak Thai to negotiate for you.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

OMG. Bangkok is heaven of foods. You can find anything 24/7. I favorite dishes are defiantly noodles! And to be honest, don't taste Pad Thai at Khao san road, it's not an authentic taste!

What places would you recommend visiting in Bangkok?

There are so many cool places here. It depends on what you wanna see. I recommend you to check this website http://bk.asia-city.com/. It provides informations about cool places and event that happen around Bangkok!

Is it good to eat out in Bangkok? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Of cause it is! Go to Chinatown!

Is the nightlife good in Bangkok? Where is good to go?

Bangkok is never sleep. I normally hang-out around Thonglor, pretty fancy place with expensive alcohol, but trust me it is cheaper than your country!

What advice would you give future students heading to Bangkok?

If you see dogs sleep on the floor in 7/11 just say hi to them. It is a normal thing here because we all need an AC! Oh and motorcycle taxi is the best transportation here! Good luck!