HOT Magazine May 15, 2015 | Page 74

Walking down Khao San Road you’ll find local Thais selling all kinds of food, from traditional Phad Thai to kebab wraps, dumplings and fried rice. There is too, for the audaciously adventurous, a large selection of deep fried bugs and critters. This may not appeal to everyone but hey, they wouldn’t sell them if people did not like them! Be a little cautious of taking pictures though, as some vendors realise tourists’ fascination with capturing a shot of a fried scorpion and thus charge you if your only purpose is to run away with a couple of photos and no purchase. There are endless bars and clubs in Khao San Road that cater to a variety of audiences. Are you in the mood for loud booming bass or do you prefer somewhere quiet to have a few drinks with friends and watch football? Both can be found along with everything in-between. If you want to mix in some shopping (this is Bangkok after all) there is equally a large number of street vendors selling everything from shirts to gadgets. Do not expect to get original branded products here but do expect many curious accessories and clothes with funny messages on them. Whether you are looking for a fun night of dancing or a casual laugh with friends, Khao San Road is definitely set to provide you with the experience of a lifetime. If you are here for a holiday, you cannot leave Thailand without visiting this exotic and fun-filled Bangkok icon. 74 May 15 - June 15 , 2015