There are endless reasons why Bangkok long-reigned as the most visited city in the world — and the metropolis is picking up just where it left off pre-Covid.

If warm smiles, spicy street food, and feeling the wind in your hair as you glide through the city on a motorbike or tuk-tuk are appealing, Bangkok certainly hits the mark. If you prefer high-threadcount linens in your private-pool suites and Michelin-starred meals, the city also has you covered. Whether you’re just spending a night en route to the islands, using Bangkok as a hub for further exploration of Southeast Asia, or visiting for what we advocate should be a dedicated vacation in its own right, there is no shortage of options.

A handful of great hotels opened during the pandemic, and the newest on the scene is the upcoming Standard in the Mahanakorn King Power building. With diverse, delightful new restaurants to try — think the whole gamut, including elevated Thai spot Lahnyai Nusara, upscale ramen destination No Name Noodle, and modern-Latvian cocktail-forward The White House — you might want to invest in a pair of those elastic-waisted elephant pants just for the trip home.

When night falls, exciting Old Town spots like Mahaniyom and Opium are among the hottest new drinking establishments.

No matter how much time you have to spend in Asia’s City of Angels, you’ll be wooed once again.

According to travelandleisureasia.com