Looking for a brief respite from all the clamour and confusion of Bangkok? It’s high time to get a bungalow at a hidden sanctuary on the outskirts of town.

Bangkok’s top shopping destination is impressive and also overwhelming at times. Here’s everything you need to know to plan a full day at Chatuchak, plus my favourite picks from visiting the market over the years.

“Home is a feeling, not a place.” Who knew that a boutique hotel tucked away in one of Bangkok’s most busy districts would boast a private onsen experience and a tranquil pool?