Bangkok

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Hi everyone,

Thought I should fill this in while I have free internet access in the guesthouse in Bangkok. We have been here for 3 nights although it feels like much longer (assuming due to lack of sleep as are both a bit jet lagged).

As I guessed we don't really like Bangkok. It's too busy and touristy. We haven't really seen that much apart from the Grand Palace, which was very impressive. Went to the night market in Potpong which was ok and saw all the dodgy strip clubs too but clearly didn't go in (although I did see a lot of womens bums from the street)!

Last night we went to see some Thai Boxing. It was better then I thought it would be but Ian was upset that there wasn't more blood!! We had the cheap seats which meant we were behind a big cage surrounded by locals who were betting by using crazy hand signs (like the hardcore people at the dogs) and chanting. It was a good experience.

Still haven't been on a tuk tuk as am not brave enough! Today we are off to see the big buddha, after we have been for our last fitting for our suits.

We are getting a sleeper train toinght to Chaing Mai. Ian wanted to fly but I think we should experience a sleeper train! I am having second thoughts now though as I have a really bad cold at the moment which means I am not sleeping very well. I am blaming all the air conditioning as it is really cold inside (am sitting here in a cardigan) but as soon as you step outside it is boiling! Am going to go to Boots (didn't realise there would be some here) to see if I can get some night nurse to help me sleep tonight!!

Hopefully we won't have to come back to Bangkok, although haven't seen any ladyboys yet. Ian is putting some photos on facebook so look out for them.

Miss you all (although it has only been a few days so might not really be true!!).

Karen: Clearly my blog won't be nearly as funny as yours! I'm not sure if you realise but I'm the accountant of the group not writer!!

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Comments

[Sarah]

wow
can't belive you have already updated us - think your feelings towards bangkok are same as mine. go on a tuk tuk though they are awesome!!!!

[Tyrone]

I like the name stephian, ian told me he just pretends he doesnt like bangkok but then sneaks out looking for ladyboys when you are sleeping...

[Vicky P]

So your not loving it then?
Hi Steph and Ian Shame to hear that your not loving the experience so far....at least its only been a few days since you arrived so plenty of time for that to change! Nothing much been happening hear so far although dont know if you've heard but have a new hairstyle (as has sarah) - braided my hair and ppl are loving it so think now gonna cont. doing it. Apparently - I look really diff now (will get some pics up on facebook for u 2 c). I know where u coming from with the cold girl - u know what im like for getting ill and guess what, just 3 days in the office and ive caught another bloomin cold after just clearing the last one! Cant believe either that they got boots?! Managed to miss The Apprentice final after having to work late so hoping can catch the repeat tonight. I have been able to not find out who won yet so it will be a great surprise later. Re Big Bro - pretty rubbish although there is a really mouthy girl from croydon (called Alex) who is getting on my f****** nerves at the mo. I actually know who she is (though not a friend of mine thank god)! Anyway, have nothing more interesting to add so will go now. Hope u'll find the lady-boys (and when u do take some pics of them)! Bye guys and hopefully speak soon xxxxxxx

[alex]

good to hear from you. get well sooon!