An exhilarating attack on the senses, with its intense humidity, hedonistic nightclubs and the constant buzzing of tuk-tuks, Bangkok can be too much for the uninitiated. When you\'ve found the time to take it all in, you\'ll discover amongst the gleaming skyscrapers and glitzy malls, a a city firmly rooted in ancient Buddhist beliefs and traditions.Watch saffron-robed monks on their morning alms rounds, clouds of incense rising above the Grand Palace\'s golden spires, and long-tail boats gliding along the Chao Phraya River at dusk to discover Bangkok\'s underlying sense of calm and the spirituality.
Indonesia\'s second largest city, Surabaya is a metropolis and central business hub for East Java. This historical city is scattered with memorable architecture dating from the Dutch and Japanese occupation. Surabaya also boasts an abundance of shopping centers offering a vast array of merchandise from traditional batiks all the way to the best designer brands.