The floating markets of Thailand are a surreal experience that should be on every traveler’s itinerary. The narrow canals of the market are packed with riverboats carrying a dizzying assortment of local cuisines and souvenirs for tourists. I didn’t think the floating markets would be accessible but the resort I was staying at, Damnoen Care Resort Hotel, had a solution: a fully wheelchair accessible riverboat. Thanks to the resort’s commitment to accessibility, I was able to fully immerse myself in this unique slice of Thai culture.
Khaosan Road is a tourist hotspot brimming with energy. The loud music and the tens of thousands of tourists who visit each day make for a lively atmosphere on the “street that never sleeps” where also almost anything a person could want is available – tattoos, street food, drinks, massages – you name it. Thailand is home to countless temples and other picturesque sites including my favorite, The Grand Palace, the official residence of the King of Thailand. Moving away from the majesty of palaces and temples we had an enjoyable time on the accessible beaches of Chonburi and feeding wild monkeys atop Khao Sam Muk.
My travel dates: Jan 6 – 8, 2020 and Jan 14 – 25, 2020
My flight: Thai Airways, Flight #677 from Tokyo NRT on Jan 6 at 5:30 pm.
Arrival Bangkok BKK at 10:30 pm.
Practical Tips for Thailand
- Here is a list [PDF] of the ITEMS I took along for my trip to Thailand
Three things I would like to particularly highlight :
- The punctual services of Wheelchair Holidays Thailand were an affordable mode of transportation.
- My hotels both in Bangkok and in the rural area were accessible.
- Visiting temples to pray with the locals was a unique spiritual experience which I won’t soon forget.
Three things I would advise to bear in mind:
- Anyone with respiratory concerns should be aware of Thailand’s poor air quality.
- Endless streams of tourists flocking to Thailand’s many tourist traps make some locations feel a bit stifling at times.
- There was some confusion and delay caused by language barriers with Thai Airways concerning ventilator approval.
Hotels Ean stayed at:
- I stayed close to the airport at the
Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel - I stayed in central Bangkok at the
Ibis Styles Bangkok Khaosan Viengtai Hotel - I stayed in a rural resort hotel
Damnoen Care Resort Hotel
