Did you see CNN’s list of 9 restaurants that are almost harder to get into than Harvard? Welcome to the Bangkok edition. And the best thing about most of these places: anyone can afford them.

This week, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) released a new promotional video aimed at the Hong Kong market. And boy, did they go wild. Amazing Luxury Thailand: Where Life Rules Everything shows a trip to Thailand that's rivaled only by that crazy Russian video in its hedonistic take on what a holiday in this country looks like. Here's a run-down of our favorite moments. 

A secret agent-themed hotel, a slide in your room and a shipping container facade are what to look out for.

When it comes to feasting on a budget, here's why we're #1.

No one will ever guess you're a tourist if you know these places.

Winter festival season is on the way, but there's plenty to salivate over for those staying in town too.

It’s the end of an era. With the announcement that GTH film studio will close its doors after 11 years, we compile 11 pivotal films that have left an indelible mark on the local film scene.

Everyone knows Bangkok's got amazing food, but these recent (and some very fancy) openings will take your appreciation over the edge.

This cosmopolitan neighborhood welcomes cool new restaurants basically every week. But it’s not all Emquartier. Here’s where to taste the good stuff.

Where to soak up the winter breeze, with booze and some of the biggest names in music.