We believe that travel is about locals; the stories they have to tell, their daily lives and their community.
This route is a unique opportunity to explore a neighborhood on the west bank of the Chao Phraya river where untold stories are waiting to be revealed. The journey will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of Thai culture through the personal perspective of Auntie Noom, a descendant of a Thai aristocratic family that has lived in this Thonburi neighborhood for over five generations. Auntie Noom now runs a lovely boutique hotel with her sister Auntie Neum, Kasayapi Hotel, which takes inspiration from their family stories, childhood memories and beloved neighborhood.
Join Auntie Noom for a stroll down memory lane and hear her stories, revealing places, unseen temples of historic importance, different beliefs and ethnicities and the often overlooked backstory of delicious dishes.
Her recollections are a local heritage, illustrating the melting pot of her community from the perspective of an actual member and providing contrast to the grand monuments and metropolitan digs of the city.
Some of the locations you'll see through Auntie Noom's eyes:
-Wat Hongrattanaram
-Old Wooden House
-Charoenpas Mosque
-Wat Ratchasittharam
-Kudi Khao Mosque
Avoid the crowds and embrace diversity for a deeper dive into Bangkok.