Guys, Im in the process of planning my first trip to Asia. I cant decide on whether to go to Hong Kong, or Bangkok. Ive wanted to go to Hong Kong to see that incredible skyline, but I know that Hong Kong can be pretty expensive.
I would love to explore Bangkok also, and I know that the exchange rate would be pretty favorable to me.
Do you guys have any opinion on which is a better first time place to visit?
2007-03-05 04:46:31 · 12 answers · asked by d.h. 1 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Other - Asia Pacific
I visted both Last year , both have some thing Different.
Although s u mentioned Hong Kong is Expensive as compare to Bangkok try Bangkok its good dont miss Nana Plaza, Patpong and Pataya Beach
Exchange ur Foreign currency from Banks Only Good rate
Have Fun
2007-03-07 15:30:20 · answer #1 · answered by Capri 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These two countries are totally different, but both of them are great!!! Bangkok indeed is cheaper than HK, no matter in terms of hotel rates and living expenses. Spa there is very popular and cheap; this place get some great food as well.
Hong Kong is a shopping and food paradise. Also the night view is execellent!!! May be you go to Bangkok first, if you like beaches, you can take the domestic freight to other parts of Thailand. After saving more money, then you go to Hong Kong. What do you think???
2007-03-06 19:19:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how you enjoy a trip.
If you'll like cheap thing for shopping, Bangkok is better. Many Hong Kong people also go there.
Yet, if you would explore the special eastern+western culture, as well as beautiful scenes and high-quality services, I believe Hong Kong is the best. Besides shopping , you can also have a trip on countryside and take beautiful photographs. I enjoy this very much.
2007-03-08 04:11:38 · answer #3 · answered by Harry Lau 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, how many days do you have to do your holiday? When is your intended period to travel?
Both countries have their merits, and being on holiday, boths are just as good. Just that what you can do varies much between them.
Wonder if you can make a trip to Hong Kong with a stopover in Bangkok. Then you can get the best of the 2 places.
Hong Kong is quite a modern city. Its skyline has been popular all these years, and they are still adding to it. A visit to Victoria Peak will be a must, in the late afternoon and night, to enjoy the skyline and the night lights display over the city. Plus it is cool atthe peak and with a nice restaurant to tuck in.
Over in Lantau Island, is where the Big Buddha Temple sits, and more recently, accommpanied by Mickey and minnie from Disneyland.
Shopping in Hong Kong will be good from Jul to Aug as their Great Sale comes online. You get fabulous discounts especially on designer brands and wears. Otherwise, usual stroll through the various night markets for cheap buys are always possible. There are quite a number of malls, all easily connected by their train service.
Ocean Park is like Sea World, will be a nice escape. Other places will be the typical beach sights etc.
Food, must will be the dim sum and seafood. Place is known for its exquisite flavor.
As for Bangkok, take a river cruise, it is a nice experience. Take a visit to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market to see life along the river. Visit the Aprime Thai Cultural and Elephant show. See the Grand Palace and the Emerald Temple. Nearby is Wat Po, also a good visit to see one of the largest reclining statue of Buddha. If you like a massage, Wat Po is where the centre is. You can even get lessons from there. Make enquiry if you like.
As for shops, there are quite a number strung along Ploenchit Road and Sukhumvit Road. Suan Luum Night BAzaar will be around for a bit more before giving way to redevelopment. Plus the night markets along Silom and Sukhumvit Roads. Wholesale centre at Pratunam for clothes, BoBae Market too.
If you are there over a weekend, then the popular Chatuchak Weekend Market is a must to experience.
Any more tips, you can email me at thaitourinfo@yahoo.com.
Happy planning.
2007-03-06 15:03:47 · answer #4 · answered by peanutz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visited both in Oct. 06 and don't think you can go wrong with either. Staying in Hong Kong can be very pricey, but the shopping and goods are incredible.
Bangkok has a lot more history to explore, great shopping, friendly to westerners and would probably be a much better value.
2007-03-05 05:38:31 · answer #5 · answered by T 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is more OK for a first-timer to visit Asia by going to the Philippines, because there is no culture-shock, the Filipinos' culture being Westernized. Also, most of the people who have visited Hong Kong, Bangkok, or Manila said that if ever they would return, they'd definitely pick Manila! (see Yahoo! Travel).
2007-03-05 15:47:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
bangkok or hongkog both good to go.
bangkok got a lot older and mix of culture and hongkong is the world class shopping city.
Dave Star is right.
people here
http://www.malaysiasucks.com/Malaysia_You_Suck.html
had said it all about malaysia.
avoid Kuala Lumpur, it is just a city with no self characteristic. just trying to duplicate the other more famous city.
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2007-03-05 14:48:05 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hongkong is good for shopping & Bangkok/Thailand is good for beach lovers. But if you want the best of both worlds go to the Philippines. We have 3 of the 10 biggest mall in the worlds and we have 7,107 island to choose from each of them is unique.
2007-03-05 16:42:02 · answer #8 · answered by xandrix79 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I wud personally prefer either Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur.Both countries have good exchange rates.In March, there is an Formula One race in KL.Plus if ure into skyline,might as well visit the "ex" tallest buildings in the world.The petronas twin towers.Plus they have awesome malls to buy designer goods or even "imitation ones"lol...Video games are dirt cheap too..lol..made my bf happy..shoppin is wonderful & food is unforgettable!Besides we're headin there again mid of this year again..its Visit Malaysia year 2007..So its a good time to go visit ..did i mention their sales are terrific? lol Have fun!
2007-03-05 06:18:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-02-10 01:38:39 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋