Relaxing holiday in Thailand?

Massage, spa, delicious food, superb service, ornate surroundings, ancient culture, affordable luxury hotels.

 

That's what comes to mind when I think of a holiday in Thailand.  Yeah, ladyboys too, but that's not really high on my list of priorities!

 

So it comes as a surprise to find that I might also be sharing my holiday in Bangkok with tanks, and living under martial law.  How interesting is that!  A military coup.  A country where the King actually wields power.  Wow. 

 

Go on Queenie, tell Blair to take a hike!