Considering a two-month stay in Bangkok.

yeah 5k usd for two months is plenty if you're not staying at some fancy condo in thong lo. you can get a decent studio near an bts station for like 400-600 usd a month if you look around, way cheaper than airbnb if you find a place directly or through a facebook group

honestly march through may is brutal heat wise, like 95 degrees with 90% humidity at noon. i'd aim for december or january if you can, it's still warm but way more bearable for walking around. songkran in april is fun but also chaos and everything is more expensive

for partying, you'll be fine any time of year honestly. rca and khao san road are always popping but if you want a more local scene check out the bars on sukhumvit soi 11 or around ari. a night out with a few drinks and club entry will run you like 30-50 usd if you're not doing bottles

one thing nobody tells you is that your bank might flag your card first time you use it in thailand so call them before you leave. also grab is way better than taxis at the airport cause those guys will try to scam you on the meter

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November to March is generally considered the best time weather-wise, less rain and humidity. Bangkok's nightlife is pretty much always buzzing, but some months might have more specific events or festivals.

$5k USD for two months excluding airfare is doable if you're mindful. Food can be incredibly cheap (street food!) or upscale restaurant expensive. Transportation is easy and affordable with taxis, Grab (like Uber), and the BTS Skytrain. A night out can range from super budget-friendly to very pricey, depending on your choices. Airbnb prices fluctuate; booking in advance helps, especially during peak season. Don't worry too much about planning everything perfectly upfront, embrace the spontaneity! It's Bangkok; you'll figure it out.

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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