This isn’t a typical Bangkok itinerary.
No temples. No packed tourist checklist.
This trip was built around one thing—Songkran.
So the flow is different. Less structure, more experience.
Day 1 – April 13 (Arrival + Settle In)
Arrive in Bangkok.
From the airport, go straight to brunch at Kay’s.
Good start to the trip:
- generous American breakfast
- iced americano
After that, head to your hotel:
Ibis Styles Bangkok Sukhumvit 4.
Check in, settle in.
Walk around the area:
- Nana
- nearby streets
Later in the day:
- foot massage
- light exploring
No pressure yet. Just getting into the Bangkok pace.
Day 2 – April 14 (Songkran Begins)
This is where everything starts.
Head to Silom for the main Songkran experience.
Expect:
- huge crowds
- full-on water fights
- music everywhere
You don’t observe—you participate.
Bring:
- water gun
- waterproof bag
After Silom, you can pass by:
- Khao San Road (side experience)
At night:
- back to Nana area
- bars, music, water still ongoing
Day 3 – April 15 (Songkran + Malls + Friends)
Another Songkran day.
You’ll naturally go back out again—it becomes routine.
In between:
- Terminal 21
- EmSphere
- Emporium
Meet friends:
- Jodd’s Fair
- eat Leng Zap
Mix of:
- chaos (Songkran)
- chill (mall + food)
Day 4 – April 16 (Slow End + Departure)
Last day is slower.
Before heading to the airport:
- spa package (scrub + massage)
Proper way to reset after days of water fights.
Then go to the airport.
Stay at:
- Coral Lounge (BKK)
Food, drinks, rest before flight.
Flight back to Abu Dhabi via Etihad.
Getting Around
Mostly:
- Grab
- GrabBike
- walking
Very easy.
Didn’t rely much on BTS.
Feels closer to how you move in the Philippines—simple and flexible.
Flow of the Trip
Day 1 – ease in
Day 2–3 – full energy
Day 4 – slow down
This isn’t about seeing everything.
It’s about being in the moment.
And during Songkran, that’s more than enough.
