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#4 - Bangkok


Time to catch up...we made it from HK to Bangkok with out much adventure. The best part of this trip was the fact that you can take a new train from downtown HK Island right to the airport (cheapest, fastest way) - and, you can check your luggage right there at the train station regardless of which airline and you won't see it again until you arrive at your destination....Fabulous.

No Cold Water Available....

Arriving in Bangkok, greeted by our guide and driver and off to the hotel in the worst traffic I've seen in quite a while. I'm informed and find out the hard way that getting anywhere in this town will be an ordeal....what would be a 10 minute cab ride in NYC is 30 minutes plus in Bangkok...too many cars and not enough roads.
We are rushing to get checked in because I have arranged in advance for great seats at one of Marci's favorite things --- a drag show. In Bangkok, the Calypso Cabaret is a world famous "ladyboy" extravaganza. It is not the usual gritty affair, but has huge sets and a big stage in a real dedicated theatre....and huge crowds. I have front row seats purchased months ago online.....he's a sample of the show:





Just a reminder that these are ALL men....


We had a great time, in spite of all the running around to get there, the horrendous traffic, crappy weather, and not having a proper meal....And what's up with all the big groups (30+ people) of Israeli men (only) hot to see this show?????







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