An exotic family holiday that includes thrilling longtail boat rides, bustling markets and gold shrines is ideal for keeping teenagers happy, discovers ANDREW EAMES

CLAIRE HEWITT eschews the country's fabled beaches and full moon parties in favour of a Bangkok cooking course and tour of two magical rural areas

ANNABEL ZAMMIT hustles, bustles and haggles in the Thai capital - Bangkok

Hop on the sleek city Skytrain to the bustling markets to combine serious retail therapy with delicious street food.......