New Delhi to Bangkok

We left our hotel in New Delhi just before mid-night to catch our 0330 flight on Thai Air to Bangkok.  Yes, a 3:30 a.m. departure would get us to Bangkok at 9 a.m.  We were surprised to see how busy the airport was when we arrived.  We were off to the airport lounge as soon as we checked our bags.  The lounge was the most crowded one we ever encountered.  Apparently, many business travelers fly these very early morning flights.  We couldn't find four lounge chairs together.  Surprisingly, the courtesy buffet still had hot food available.  Dwayne had a small plate of lasagne and red wine.  Carla went light on the food but did have a beer.  No chance to sleep in the lounge while waiting for our flight as it was too busy.  So, we passed our time reading.  Our departure was on schedule.  We flew in a Boeing 787.  A hot meal was served shortly after take-off.  Then it was time to doze off and catch what sleep we could. 

Waiting To Check Into Our Rooms In Bangkok

Shortly after landing, we had our bags.  Clearing customs and immigration in Thailand was very efficient.  The process for getting a cab was also very orderly and the fare was set without a lot of haggling.  Our rooms were not ready when we arrived at the hotel.  We were very tired.  So, we went to the hotel pool and grabbed some lounge chairs to get some rest while waiting for our rooms.  We eventually woke up, checked in, went to dinner and returned to the hotel to go to bed again for the night.  That early flight was a killer.