“In smaller towns, we found a kind of peace that no landmark could offer...”
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| (Having tea with Santa Bear in the woods) |
Day 06: 24 November 2025 (Monday)
Route: Bangkok – Phitsanulok
Hotel: Phitsanulok Polkadot Hotel
After three nights in Bangkok, we left early for Phitsanulok, grateful for the shift from the city’s bustle to the countryside’s calm. The northern route promised cooler weather, rolling hills, and a quieter rhythm — a welcome contrast to the capital’s restless pace. We cruised steadily along Highway 32, stopping at a PTT rest area for a simple coffee break to ease the monotony of the long drive.
By noon, we made a short detour to Restoran Aminyan in Nakhon Sawan for lunch, only to find it closed — as were the neighbouring halal eateries. Since neither of us were particularly hungry, we decided to continue straight to Phitsanulok.
By mid-afternoon, we reached the peaceful provincial city set along the Nan River. We checked into Polkadot Café & Hotel, a small boutique stay with secure parking — simple, comfortable, and instantly welcoming after hours on the road. Its location was ideal, just steps away from the Pakistan Mosque and surrounded by various halal dining options. The rate was an unexpected delight at only THB 560 per night.
After settling in, we walked to Pattani Halal Restaurant nearby for a late lunch. I ordered my usual fried rice and ox-tail soup — familiar comfort food that somehow tastes a little better when shared after a hot, sunny day on the road.
Later in the evening, we wandered out again to a small halal stall. Their roti pisang cheese came highly recommended, and it lived up to its praise. As night fell, we lingered a while, enjoying the welcome coolness in the air — a gentle reward at the end of a long travel day.
Route: Bangkok – Phitsanulok
Hotel: Phitsanulok Polkadot Hotel
After three nights in Bangkok, we left early for Phitsanulok, grateful for the shift from the city’s bustle to the countryside’s calm. The northern route promised cooler weather, rolling hills, and a quieter rhythm — a welcome contrast to the capital’s restless pace. We cruised steadily along Highway 32, stopping at a PTT rest area for a simple coffee break to ease the monotony of the long drive.
By noon, we made a short detour to Restoran Aminyan in Nakhon Sawan for lunch, only to find it closed — as were the neighbouring halal eateries. Since neither of us were particularly hungry, we decided to continue straight to Phitsanulok.
By mid-afternoon, we reached the peaceful provincial city set along the Nan River. We checked into Polkadot Café & Hotel, a small boutique stay with secure parking — simple, comfortable, and instantly welcoming after hours on the road. Its location was ideal, just steps away from the Pakistan Mosque and surrounded by various halal dining options. The rate was an unexpected delight at only THB 560 per night.
After settling in, we walked to Pattani Halal Restaurant nearby for a late lunch. I ordered my usual fried rice and ox-tail soup — familiar comfort food that somehow tastes a little better when shared after a hot, sunny day on the road.
Later in the evening, we wandered out again to a small halal stall. Their roti pisang cheese came highly recommended, and it lived up to its praise. As night fell, we lingered a while, enjoying the welcome coolness in the air — a gentle reward at the end of a long travel day.
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