[music playing]
TOMEKA JONES: This is Thailand.
I'm Tomeka Jones, here in the capital city, Bangkok.
One of the most visited cities in the world,
it's an amazing place to see some
of the temples that reflect Thailand's culture and history.
[chanting]
TOMEKA JONES: Take a moment to make 108 wishes in one place
at one time at the famous Wat Pho, the temple
of the reclining Buddha.
We're on Chao Phraya River, ready to explore
the exquisite sights of Bangkok.
NIKOLAUS PRIESNITZ: You have to on the river.
No question, because you see the sights in a very different way.
See the temples.
See the culture.
Get to know all that.
The religion is fantastic.
And on top of it all are the proud people
of Thailand that really understand on how
to deliver Thai hospitality.
TOMEKA JONES: Thann Sanctuary Spa promises a luxurious
and even blissful experience.
THITIPAT SUPAPATRANONT: I think it's starting from the quality
of our service.
It including Thai hospitality.
Thai people, in general, we really
welcome the guests who come to our business
and really service people with our heart.
Secondly, massage quality is part of history
of Thailand for long time.
TOMEKA JONES: A Thai massage is deep, rhythmic acupressure.
THITIPAT SUPAPATRANONT: Lots of pulling, I think, is painful.
It actually is if you have really
sore muscle, because it goes deep into your stiff muscle.
But after the massage, you feel so light.
TOMEKA JONES: For even more relaxation,
the spa provides specialty rooms with additional services.
And I just had to give them a try.
THITIPAT SUPAPATRANONT: Our facility also include
what we call wellness zone.
The first one is the oxygen room.
The second room we call the salt cave.
TOMEKA JONES: Thann really lives up to its name as a sanctuary
for rejuvenation.
Now, this colonial style mansion is
where you can create and enjoy some
of Bangkok's best Thai dishes.
NOOROR SOMANY STEPPE: Welcome comes to the Blue
Elephant cooking class.
TOMEKA JONES: Arrange an intimate cooking
class with Blue Elephant's world renowned master chef, Nooror.
NOOROR SOMANY STEPPE: Or we offer
the guests different recipe.
We have soup, we have starter, we have curry,
and we have wok stir fry.
TOMEKA JONES: Today's dish is crab curry with beetle leaves.
NOOROR SOMANY STEPPE: Lemon grass, turmeric.
TOMEKA JONES: Chef Nooror uses several fresh ingredients
during her demonstration.
Next, a mortar and pestle to grind it all nicely.
Guests are invited to assist her, then
move on to their own personal cooking station.
I even jumped in.
Now, for the taste test.
And to my surprise, the crab curry I prepared
turned out amazing.
So good.
Now, for breathtaking views of Bangkok's skyline,
visit the iconic tower club at Lebua.
Overlooking the Chao Phraya River,
this all suite hotel takes a luxury to a new level.
DEEPAK OHRI: It's so emotional at Lebua.
Sometimes people get confused whether it's about the view,
whether it's about the building, whether it's about the people,
whether it's about service, or whether it's a products.
So it's a combination of all that that makes it beyond dream
and which is a reality only at Lebua.
TOMEKA JONES: When you arrive, you are greeted by Lebua's
impeccable hospitality team.
After settling in, enjoy the atmosphere
during high tea at the private tower club lounge.
Then watch the sunset inside or outside the dome.
DEEPAK OHRI: It houses three of the most stylish bar, two very
stylish restaurants, and one very funky place
where you can sit and enjoy cigars.
TOMEKA JONES: A popular attraction at Lebua?
The stunning sky bar, one of the highest
rooftop bars in the world.
Well, Bangkok has definitely been exciting and adventurous.
Now, I'm going enjoy a little bit of the night life,
as well as this gorgeous view.
Until the next time, I'm Tomeka Jones.