Why did Ellen decide to go to Bangkok?

M: Hi, Ellen. How was your vacation?
W: Great! I went to Bangkok.
M: Really? Why did you decide to go there?
W: Well, I have a cousin who lives there. She’s been trying to get me to take a vacation down there for a long time, and so, finally, I went there.
M: I’ve seen some pictures of Bangkok -- the architecture there is really interesting, isn’t it?.
W: Yes, it’s incredible, especially the Grand Palace. The beautiful temples, too, are very impressive. And I love the tasty Thai food and tropical fruits there.
M: How was the weather when you were there?
W: That’s about the only thing I didn’t enjoy. It was really hot and sticky. In fact, April is its hottest month. The best time to go Is during the cool season, which lasts from November to February.
M: Did you go to some other places beside Bangkok?
W: Sure. I went to Pattaya. It’s a famous tourist attraction, only two hours’ drive from Bangkok. There’s plenty to enjoy: fine sand, blue sky, clear water, colorful night life.
M: Well, it sure sounds like you had a great time.
W: Oh, I sure did. And I plan to go back there next year. I’d like to visit Phuket, the biggest island of Thai land. It’s world-famous as a seaside tourist attraction.
M: I’m sure that you have taken many pictures about the places that you’ve visited, haven’t you?
W: Of course. I’ve taken lots of beautiful pictures. Next time I’ll show them to you.