Why to Visit Thailand
Thailand is among the most visited countries in the world. Be it cultural diversity, or its alluring beaches, iconic temples, or iconic food, Thailand never goes out of style and choice. You will always have a reason to visit here, and the season here is always welcoming all the year round. There will always be something more when you think you are done with it. We are always on the lookout of such experiences and sharing that with the rest of the world. Thailand beckons you again! Are you coming?
Thailand is an all-weather destinationIf it would have been the rest of the world, we would have put a detailed weather chart for you. That's why we love Thailand. You can be here anytime of the year. The weather is consistent throughout the year, with short bursts of rainfall in between. But do not worry! That won't deter you to experience the best of Thailand. you would rather enjoy it that way. The climate is usually warm so you can use light clothes (preferably beach clothing) while traveling here.
But, if you are looking for special occasion though, then November is the best time when most of the important festivals are celebrated here. The Loy Krathong or the Festival of Lights is celebrated by floating a lantern basket in the river waters; believed to 'float away' the negative emotions and start life for the next year with renewed enthusiasm and vigour. How would it be to witness thousands of lights floating in the air though. Head for Chiang Mai to celebrate the Yi Peng when thousands of lanterns are let into the night sky during the festival.
The road network is equally convenient and the bus services can move you from one spot to another at convenience. Some bus services also provide airport transfers to your hotel. All you need to do is check out the services from the airport to the hotel at the airport bus stand near Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Thailand also offers an extensive international road network to travel to the neighboring countries such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia and parts of Indonesia. This provides convenient means of exploring these countries in unique ways.
Another great way to conveniently move around Thailand is using the ferry networks. You can also move between the islands of Pattaya, Phuket and Krabi using these networks which gives you the opportunity to explore the country at a slow pace.
If you hold an International Travel Licence, then the most convenient and budget friendly ways to explore Thailand is to hire the two-wheeler scooters. Starting for approximately THB200 a day, it is not only the most cost-effective ways, but also the most independent ways to experience Thailand.
From a budget traveler to a luxury traveler, Thailand has options for everyone. The best part about the multicultural Thailand that it has options from students to business travelers and from young couples to old ones. With its iconic beaches and spellbinding architecture to serendipitous lagoons, Thailand is always upcoming with new surprises to share with the rest of the world. And when we say that, we believe that some of them should be visible right outside your window. So we handpicked certain hotels just for you so that you do not miss on the view.
Thailand has among the most convenient and affordable means of transport networkTraveling within Thailand is affordable, convenient and cost effective. The MRT Rail network offers travelers with spectacular connectivity across all the tourist attractions within the Bangkok City and is the best way to move from one tourist point to another.
The road network is equally convenient and the bus services can move you from one spot to another at convenience. Some bus services also provide airport transfers to your hotel. All you need to do is check out the services from the airport to the hotel at the airport bus stand near Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Thailand also offers an extensive international road network to travel to the neighboring countries such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia and parts of Indonesia. This provides convenient means of exploring these countries in unique ways.
Another great way to conveniently move around Thailand is using the ferry networks. You can also move between the islands of Pattaya, Phuket and Krabi using these networks which gives you the opportunity to explore the country at a slow pace.
If you hold an International Travel Licence, then the most convenient and budget friendly ways to explore Thailand is to hire the two-wheeler scooters. Starting for approximately THB200 a day, it is not only the most cost-effective ways, but also the most independent ways to experience Thailand.
Visa Requirements
Thailand offers a rather liberal choice when it comes to providing a Visa. It offers Visa on Arrival for most of the countries which is a cheaper option than getting a Visa from your home country. Before that, it is essential to find out whether you can get a Visa on Arrival or not. Check out the easiest way to do that with the Visa Free Travel App.
One of the reasons why people love traveling to Thailand is because it is among the cheapest destinations to travel to, especially when it comes to flight choices. The flights are usually available at prices that suit every budget travelers pocket and with multitude of flight options available, there is always flexibility to fly in and out of the country. Regular flights are available from almost all parts of the world. Some of the major airlines flying in and out of Thailand is Air Asia, Thai Airways, and Singapore Airlines.Flights Options to Thailand
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Where to Stay in Thailand
From a budget traveler to a luxury traveler, Thailand has options for everyone. The best part about the multicultural Thailand that it has options from students to business travelers and from young couples to old ones. With its iconic beaches and spellbinding architecture to serendipitous lagoons, Thailand is always upcoming with new surprises to share with the rest of the world. And when we say that, we believe that some of them should be visible right outside your window. So we handpicked certain hotels just for you so that you do not miss on the view.
Phuket:Room with a View
Bangkok:Do not miss out the Misty Lakes
Pattaya:Wake up to the Waves
Things to do in Thailand
When traveling in Thailand, you will come across the delectable mix of culture, architecture, food, nightlife and adventure. No matter what taste of a traveler you are, a beach goer or an adrenaline junkie, a nocturnal party animal or a gastronome looking for culinary escapes, Thailand serves every traveler with something on their platter to choose from. The more the travelers here, the more the tastes and the more difficult it gets to spoil you with choices. But guess what! We love it that way as we get to know more about the same place with every new traveler. Here are a host of activities to select from when you are traveling in Thailand.
Things to do in Bangkok City
The Bangkok City is a place bustling with activities 24x7. Theme parks, excursions, adventure activities, historic and architectural explorations, temples, palaces, markets, shopping areas, and food trails will keep you busy throughout the day, and yet, there is sill more to do as the night sets in. Thailand gets equally enthralling at night with its nightlife activities, restaurants, cultural shows, concerts, food and wine that will keep you on a roller coaster ride all the way. If you are not the F.O.M.O. (Fear of Missing Out) Type and are looking for exploring things as they come along the way, then evening cruises are one of the best ways to brush past the iconic city structures while you enjoy the traditional dance, music and food within the cruises.
Things to do in Koh Samui
Koh Samui is picking up popularity among the budget travelers for the fact that it is among the most affordable beach destinations on the Thai archipelago. The simple, elegant and budget-friendly beach side hotels and bungalows not only form an exquisite attraction, it is also surprisingly tucked away from the mainstream travelers crowd with lesser travelers experimenting here even today. However, as the word of mouth popularity has been on the rise, Koh Samui is gradually picking up in popularity increasing the number of travelers on this island each year.
Koh Samui has a collection of scenic tropical beaches such as the Lamai, Maenam and Chaweng Beaches. You can enjoy ATV trips in the unexplored forests, snorkel in the turquoise transparent waters, go sailing or a simple evening photo-tour of the island. Savor the exotic local beer along with learning the local recipes at one of the local households. Treat and rejuvenate yourself with the relaxing spa treatments or escape to a beach picnic on one of the scenic beaches in the area.
More Things to do in Koh Samui.
Things to do in Pattaya
Things to do in Phuket
An archipelago of 80 exotic beaches and islands, Krabi is another isolated and untouched island on the Thailand's tourism map that will leave you spellbound. Krabi is famous for its national parks such as the Ko Lanta National Parks, Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park and Phanom Bencha National Park that attract both native and international travelers alike.
The parks are home to some of the secret natural caves such as the Au Luk sea caves and the Tiger Cave Temple and lush green jungles that are a refreshing surprise for the adventurers and explorers. If you are on the Krabi Island, your journey is not complete without a hop to the famous James Bond Island and the scenic Hong Island Tour to witness some of the unbelievable natural lagoons lined inside with limestone caverns. More things to do in Krabi
Things to do in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai has been included among one of the the lonely planet destinations of the world. Located in the North of Thailand, its natural beauty puts the rest of the country into envy and is the best place to spend an 'undisturbed holiday' in Thailand. Thailand is known for its traditional connect with the elephants and Chiang Mai islands is the Baanchang Elephant Park is the best place to witness the traditions. The Thai Elephant Convention Center is home to the famous Thai elephants and is a great place to connect and befriend these gigantic mammals.
Chiang Mai is also the corridor to entering the neighboring Myanmar and Laos, and the entry junction is known as the Golden Triangle. The road network through erstwhile Burma connects with the historic Ledo Road which is the route to enter India by road.
The traditional town of Chiang Mai showcases artistic temples and Pagodas such as the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, Wat Chiang Man and others that are signature of the Thailand's vibrant history and culture. More things to do in Chiang Mai
Things to do in Bangkok City
The Bangkok City is a place bustling with activities 24x7. Theme parks, excursions, adventure activities, historic and architectural explorations, temples, palaces, markets, shopping areas, and food trails will keep you busy throughout the day, and yet, there is sill more to do as the night sets in. Thailand gets equally enthralling at night with its nightlife activities, restaurants, cultural shows, concerts, food and wine that will keep you on a roller coaster ride all the way. If you are not the F.O.M.O. (Fear of Missing Out) Type and are looking for exploring things as they come along the way, then evening cruises are one of the best ways to brush past the iconic city structures while you enjoy the traditional dance, music and food within the cruises.
Things to do in Koh Samui
Koh Samui is picking up popularity among the budget travelers for the fact that it is among the most affordable beach destinations on the Thai archipelago. The simple, elegant and budget-friendly beach side hotels and bungalows not only form an exquisite attraction, it is also surprisingly tucked away from the mainstream travelers crowd with lesser travelers experimenting here even today. However, as the word of mouth popularity has been on the rise, Koh Samui is gradually picking up in popularity increasing the number of travelers on this island each year.
Koh Samui has a collection of scenic tropical beaches such as the Lamai, Maenam and Chaweng Beaches. You can enjoy ATV trips in the unexplored forests, snorkel in the turquoise transparent waters, go sailing or a simple evening photo-tour of the island. Savor the exotic local beer along with learning the local recipes at one of the local households. Treat and rejuvenate yourself with the relaxing spa treatments or escape to a beach picnic on one of the scenic beaches in the area.
More Things to do in Koh Samui.
Things to do in Pattaya
Pattaya is among the most crowded and popular beach destinations in Thailand. While it may seem intriguing for you with most of the travelers going to Bangkok or Pattaya as the favorite choices for Thailand, let us tell you they do have a reason for it. The Pattaya island is a major beach front city surrounded with the city center and dotted with fine sandy beaches and lush greenery. One great thing about the Pattaya island is that the accommodations here are pretty affordable and cheaper than Bangkok city. The South of Pattaya known as Pratumnak is lined with spectacular viewpoints and temples.
Pattaya hosts some of the most famous evening concerts and shows that draws travelers from all over the world. The Alcazar show is the most famous evening shows and is like the Moulin Rouge of Thailand. Koh Sichan, Koh Larn and Koh Samet are among the most popular beaches on the island. Pattaya is also famous for its Underwater World and the Sapphire Mines in Chantaburi .
Things to do in Phuket
When one speaks about Phuket, the only thing that comes to mind is eclectic coastlines, serendipitous lagoons and isolated rocky cliffs jutting out of the water. Not only that, we are also talking about canoeing through spectacular bays, discovering secret beaches, zip-lining through the jungles and rafting through the ripples.
If that is not enough for you, then wait until the evening and hop to the Phi Phi islands to witness the remarkable bio-luminescent patterns on the Maya Bay. Grab a boat and row down to the mysterious Phang Nga Bay to explore the sea caves in the several natural lagoons here. Phuket is also famous for its luxurious spas and exotic fine dining experiences. Hop in to one of the beautifully designed spas on the island for a session of refreshing therapies ranging from foot reflexology, aromatherapy and hordes of other oriental treatments to choose from. Walk into to one of those International Restaurants and treat yourself with the unforgettable cuisines from all over the world OR take a culinary session in one of the local houses to learn some authentic Thai recipes. More things to do in Phuket
Things to do in Krabi
An archipelago of 80 exotic beaches and islands, Krabi is another isolated and untouched island on the Thailand's tourism map that will leave you spellbound. Krabi is famous for its national parks such as the Ko Lanta National Parks, Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park and Phanom Bencha National Park that attract both native and international travelers alike.
The parks are home to some of the secret natural caves such as the Au Luk sea caves and the Tiger Cave Temple and lush green jungles that are a refreshing surprise for the adventurers and explorers. If you are on the Krabi Island, your journey is not complete without a hop to the famous James Bond Island and the scenic Hong Island Tour to witness some of the unbelievable natural lagoons lined inside with limestone caverns. More things to do in Krabi
Things to do in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai has been included among one of the the lonely planet destinations of the world. Located in the North of Thailand, its natural beauty puts the rest of the country into envy and is the best place to spend an 'undisturbed holiday' in Thailand. Thailand is known for its traditional connect with the elephants and Chiang Mai islands is the Baanchang Elephant Park is the best place to witness the traditions. The Thai Elephant Convention Center is home to the famous Thai elephants and is a great place to connect and befriend these gigantic mammals.
Chiang Mai is also the corridor to entering the neighboring Myanmar and Laos, and the entry junction is known as the Golden Triangle. The road network through erstwhile Burma connects with the historic Ledo Road which is the route to enter India by road.
The traditional town of Chiang Mai showcases artistic temples and Pagodas such as the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, Wat Chiang Man and others that are signature of the Thailand's vibrant history and culture. More things to do in Chiang Mai
Thai Food Guide
Thailand has a unique flair for the Epicurean's taste buds. While the rest of the countries in Asia might challenge you for the style and taste, Thailand is sure to entice your senses with its mouth watering cuisines. If you are a first timer with any other International Cuisine, it might slightly overwhelm you, but in case of Thai cuisine, that is definitely not the case.
While you are in Thailand, the best way to experience the country's food culture is to engage in one of the local Thai cooking classes which are offered in most parts of the country. This helps you sample local food, learn about new spices and herbs used by the locals. Best take home a souvenir so you relish the taste long after you have left the country and also share the food experiences with others back home. Thailand also offers best of the wine and brewery and you can sample the local beer and wine at most of the Thai islands.
A connoisseur of coffee! Guess what! Here's some coffee on this island too. Visit the remote pockets of Chiang Mai to meet the people of the Lahu Tribe (USD87) on the Chiang Mai island run this traditional coffee plantation called as the Suan Lahu. Learn how they craft the best coffee on this island as you witness the beauty of the Northern Mountains with the locals here. More On Food Guide in Thailand.
Nightlife in Thailand
Thailand comes with the most vibrant and enthralling nightlife experiences. From concerts to shows to sunset cruises to dance festivals, night island hops to the nightlife streets, Thailand has experiences for travelers from all walks of life and all ages young and old.
Whether you are looking for a refreshing evening break or just want to chill out in the local lounges or bars, Thailand comes with the perfect set up for truly remarkable nightlife options. The best way to explore the best of bars and lounges in the Bangkok city is to take the Bangkok Bar Crawl Tour that not only lets you connect with the best bars with splendid ambiances but also try out iconic bar recipes and drinks all night long.
Escape to the Chao Praya river in the evenings and you will find the river banks lined up with cruises preparing for their dinner sail or the loads of local restaurants preparing to welcome their guests for the evening. Find out more nightlife places in Thailand.
