Finally arrived in Bangkok after over 24 hours of flying. On the plus side, I DID manage to watch March of the Penguins on my way over. My hotel in Bangkok, Majestic Suites in Sukhumvit, is nicer than I need, but it was pleasant to have a propper room after all that travel. Today's plan is to see the Grand Palace and a few other sites, riding the sky train and taking water taxis. Tonight I am meeting up with a family friend at 9, and tomorrow I plan to fly down to the islands. Until then, I'm just going to enjoy a good laugh as I view the local scenery. Basically, I'm in Whore-ville. Population: me. Whatever you've heard about Thai prostitutes being everywhere in areas like Sukhumvit... believe it.