A Shoppers Delight
Thailand is commonly known for their gorgeous beaches found in Phuket. What many do not know is that aside from having beaches to be proud of, Thailand is also the ultimate shopping mecca. Travel to Bangkok, Thailand and find everything your heart could possibly desire as well as things you did not even know existed. To say that Bangkok has a wide array of merchandise would be an understatement. Not only is the city packed with an assortment of clothing, accessories, trinkets, shoes, electronics and home decors for sale, all these items come at unbelievably low prices. Visit Bangkok for a few days and haggling will become second nature to you. This is the ultimate destination for those that love to shop.
What was once only frequented by wholesalers is now one of the must-visit locations when visiting Bangkok. The Chatuchak weekend market takes place on a 35-acre lot and consists of over 8,000 shopping stalls. If you plan to visit the market, it is best to come first thing in the morning to avoid the huge crowd as the market is known to have about 200,000 shoppers a day. This place has everything and anything that you could possibly think of.. Bangkok can be quite humid, and Chatuchak is an outdoor market. It would be ideal to come in comfortable clothing, sneakers and to have a sun hat readily available to avoid the glaring heat of the sun.
As you first catch a glimpse of the market, you may feel a bit overwhelmed (or excited, if you love to shop) at just how huge Chatuchak is. Many of the items that are on sale are not grouped into any particular sections. This gives off an unorganized feel. However, there is an easy way to get around the market without completely feeling as if you were thrown into a crazy maze. Once you enter the market you will be able to identify one main walkway. This walkway circles the whole market which makes it quite simple to come in and out of the place. You will also notice that walkways break into numerous alleyways that are aptly labeled Soi and then it is followed by a corresponding number. Think of these as the market's street signs.
Now that you have some idea on how to maneuver around the market, it's time to shop, shop and shop some more. You will find the best deals on pretty much everything at this market. Never accept the first price that is asked of you. In Bangkok, you can usually haggle up to 50% off the initial asking price. As if that alone was not enough to get you to Chatuchak, the market also has the greatest selection of Thai snacks, drinks and dishes for you to enjoy as you embark on some much needed retail therapy.
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What was once only frequented by wholesalers is now one of the must-visit locations when visiting Bangkok. The Chatuchak weekend market takes place on a 35-acre lot and consists of over 8,000 shopping stalls. If you plan to visit the market, it is best to come first thing in the morning to avoid the huge crowd as the market is known to have about 200,000 shoppers a day. This place has everything and anything that you could possibly think of.. Bangkok can be quite humid, and Chatuchak is an outdoor market. It would be ideal to come in comfortable clothing, sneakers and to have a sun hat readily available to avoid the glaring heat of the sun.
As you first catch a glimpse of the market, you may feel a bit overwhelmed (or excited, if you love to shop) at just how huge Chatuchak is. Many of the items that are on sale are not grouped into any particular sections. This gives off an unorganized feel. However, there is an easy way to get around the market without completely feeling as if you were thrown into a crazy maze. Once you enter the market you will be able to identify one main walkway. This walkway circles the whole market which makes it quite simple to come in and out of the place. You will also notice that walkways break into numerous alleyways that are aptly labeled Soi and then it is followed by a corresponding number. Think of these as the market's street signs.
Now that you have some idea on how to maneuver around the market, it's time to shop, shop and shop some more. You will find the best deals on pretty much everything at this market. Never accept the first price that is asked of you. In Bangkok, you can usually haggle up to 50% off the initial asking price. As if that alone was not enough to get you to Chatuchak, the market also has the greatest selection of Thai snacks, drinks and dishes for you to enjoy as you embark on some much needed retail therapy.
Get the best deals of your life! Fly to Bangkok via Seair and get there safely and on time. For more information, please visit, http://www.flyseair.com .
