Bangkok , General info:

Average temp is 32oC with the only main variance being the humidity.

You very quickly learn patience as everything operates in 'Thai time', which is basicall whenever one gets around to it...Lol

Bangkok , Cheap stuff:
8/10

Everything in Thailand is copy, copy! and cheap! cheap!

Bangkok , Different stuff:
8/10

Ladyboys....

Thai drivers...

Loose morals...

Bangkok , Don't miss:
8/10

The Tiger Temple, Kanchanaburi.

River Kwai bridge and museum.

Grand Palace, Bangkok.

Pattaya. For diving, not the other stuff! :D

Songkran festival,..if you love to get wet.

Bangkok , Food:
9/10

The food in Thailand is many and varied. You can find cuisine from all over the world, but if Asian food is your desire, you'll be in heaven. All the noodles, rice and fresh fruit and vegetables you can handle. A truly unique dining experience which I am still discovering.

Bangkok , Hotels:
9/10

Royal Princess, Luan Luang.

Landmark.

Royal Orchid, Sheraton.

Bangkok , Safety:
9/10

Don't drive or ride a bike yourself, it's not worth the risk. Thai drivers and riders are maniacs, but they seem to be able to read what the other maniac is going to do, so you stand a better chance....Lol

Udon Thani , General info:
5/10

A major commercial center in north east Thailand, a primarily agricultural region. The main areas of interest however lie outside the city, rather than within the main conurbation.

Udon Thani , Cheap stuff:
8/10

Local silks and cottons

Thai and Isaan food

Udon Thani , Different stuff:
10/10

Try eating an insect, morlam music festivals or ploghing the paddies!

Udon Thani , Don't miss:
5/10

Ban Chiang museum

Dancing orchids

Excellent local food

Udon Thani , Food:
10/10

From the simplest stertt hawkers to more formal restauaranst, Udon Thani has a wide range of eateries.

Udon Thani , Hotels:
10/10

Gecko Villa - geckovilla.com

Green Gecko - thaivillarent.com

Udon Thani , Safety:
10/10

Very safe.