Pat's Nepal Journey April 2011

Bangkok International Suvarnabhumi Airport (Has the tent roof like Denver)

 

Arrived in Bangkok around midnight and went to my guest house.  It was advertised as a three star but that is debatable.  But for $25 per night who am I to complain.   I had slept the whole way from take off to about an hour before landing, I didn't need too much sleep.  That was good because when I wasn't listeing to barking dogs and squealing pigs making noise outside in the area around the hotel, I was dreaming about energy audits, spreadsheets and park programs :(.  From my past experiences in Bangkok, it isn't unusual to have a luxury hotel with hovels just a street away.  But that is not a criticism for I think bangkok is one of the most vibrant cities in the world.  The airport alone has shopping like we rarely see unless it is Rodeo Drive, South Beach or 5th Avenue.  Even though I am a REI and LL Bean shopper, I can't help to marvel at the sumptuous display of goods.  I may even do some shopping on my way back during my next 12 hour lay over.  Will the cheap in my take over?  Probably!

Less than two hours till I depart for Katmandu.   I have been syudying all about the city.  It has the good and the bad.  I plan on spending the day in Kathmandu relaxing.  Reading novels, practicing my nepali and drinking chai ( and beer).  I need to get work out of my brain and relax.  Relaxing and spending money are not things I am good at but I will try.  My friend Sylvie arrives on Monday and I figure the two of us can explore the city together.  So today is in low key.