The question of what to eat in Thailand is a massive topic and an endless rabbit hole. Food is a way of life in this country and the people are incredibly resourceful, turning fresh local ingredients and whatever proteins they can find into creative, colorful, and ferociously spicy dishes. When you sit down with locals for lunch or dinner, plates are stacked across the table in what can only be described as a banquet.

We’ve spent the good part of a decade traveling back and forth to Thailand on a mission to discover its best destinations. After every trip, we leave with a new list of places to add to our ever-growing bucket list, whether it be a secret neighborhood in Bangkok or a remote region in Isan. The fact that Thailand is home to 77 provinces means it will take us an entire lifetime to explore it in detail, but we’re up for the challenge.

Coming up with a Bangkok itinerary can feel overwhelming for first-time visitors. The Thai capital is massive in scale and fast in pace with so many temples, neon-lit skyscrapers and bustling street food markets that it can make your head spin. But don’t let its size put you off. After visiting dozens of times over a decade, and falling in love with its energy, we can confidently say that it’s one of Asia’s most captivating destinations.

Planning your first trip to Thailand can be overwhelming. There are so many incredible places to see, how do you choose? Plus there’s the challenge (and excitement) of traveling to a foreign country where you have to embrace a new language, culture and way of life. We know what it’s like to be a first time visitor - Cam first arrived in Thailand a decade ago and it’s safe to say he was unprepared for what was in store.