No surprises: Bangkok, Wat Pho are TripAdvisor travelers’ top choices
By Coconuts Bangkok

BANGKOK -- Bangkok is one of world’s best cities for travel and Wat Pho its best attraction, according to this year’s TripAdvisor Travelers’Choice awards.

Voters put the Land of Smiles at the top spot for its exotic beaches, heritage sites and amazing food. The country picked up awards in four categories: destination, landmark, island, and beach.

Bangkok came in at no. 18 on the list of the world’s top destinations while the top Buddhist temple attraction Wat Pho came in at no. 21 in the best landmark category.

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-- Coconuts Bangkok 2015-12-17

It should be no surprise that the vast majority of short-term holidaymakers who come to Thailand, or want to come to Thailand, never have any serious contact with the rather more distasteful aspects of the country They have a good time and happy memories.

The repeat visitors and especially the long-term residents are much more likely to experience the dark side.

Social media are changing the balance......