All About Thailand – A Brief Travel Guide

Your South-east Asian trip is never complete without paying a visit to the mesmerising Thailand. The stunning landscapes, scintillating beaches, lush jungles, dazzling waters, world-class diving, scrumptious food and perfectly affordable prices are enough to send anyone into a tizzy. Truly, there is nothing that you won’t like about Thailand. So if you are booking flights to Thailand anytime soon, here is a brief travel guide about all the things you need to know about Thailand.

Best things about Thailand

1. Spectacular Chiang Mai

Thailand holidays are incomplete without a visit to Chiang Mai, which sees the most number of travellers. It is Thailand’s northern capital and comes replete with superb restaurants, gleaming temples and fabulous shopping markets at the centre of the town. Transportation is not an issue as you can traverse all of these places by foot.

2. Glitzy Bangkok

It is recommended that you book a Bangkok tourism package to witness all that goes on behind an Asian megacity and that means the good, the bad and the ugly. Don’t worry; you will mostly see everything good. Located across the enthralling Chao Phraya River, Bangkok has a little something for everyone interested about Thailand, be it raging nightclubs for the partygoers, delicious food for foodies, amazing market shopping for shopaholics or soulful yoga classes for peace.

3. The Islands

With tranquil waters at every sight, there is no surprise why there are many islands in Thailand. There are four islands that definitely take the cake. Ko Kut is serene with stunning beaches and comes with an upmarket vibe; Ko Jum exudes a laid-back atmosphere with a boho feel. You can even learn to dive at Ko Tao or any other another famous islands. Ko Pha Ngan has affordable accommodation and enviable beaches that completely steal the show while Ko Bulon Lae puts Thailand tourism on a pedestal as it moves about in a tranquil and harmonious rhythm.

4. Regal Historic Ruins

Between Chiang Mia and Bangkok, there exist three destinations that are famous for historic ruins. Going back to the 13th century, Ayutthaya and Sukhothai were former capitals. And today, they are the most frequently visited sites by history lovers. If you are interested in heading off the beaten track, you can even check out Kamphaeng Phet that is as appealing as it is imperial.

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5. Nature Lovers Don’t Lose Heart

There are bountiful national parks to choose from. The Khao Yai National Park in the northeast and the Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Khao Sok National Park and Kaeng Krachan National Park in the south are incredible. The scattered island coastline appeals to aquatic lovers as well. With Ao Phang Nga National Marine Park and the Mu Ko Lanta National Park in the south, the park is home to some of the most incredible aquatic life around.

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6. The Erawan Falls – A Majestic Waterfall

Your Thailand tour package is not complete without a visit to the Erawan Falls. A major attraction of the Erawan National Park, the waterfall is just a short trip away from Kanchanaburi. The cascade gets its name from Erawan, the 3-headed white elephant of the Hindu mythology. The waterfall is said to resemble the Erawan, owing to the fact that it is seven-tiered. You can spot macaques and water monitor lizards around the area, from time to time.

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7.  Full Moon Party – One of the best things about Thailand

The famous Full Moon Party is a giant festival-like party and a highlight when we discuss Thailand. It is situated at Haad Rin on the island of Ko Pha Ngan. It is definitely the place to be for those who love extravagant partying and drinking. Each bar has its own sound system so you can hear different music as you move around every few feet. Booths selling glow in the dark face paint and fire dancers entertaining you to no end, it certainly is touristy, but it is so Thailand and great fun.

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Best places to eat in Thailand

Opting for Thailand Tourism, you will find that this is one destination that is lavish in its food and cheap in its prices. You can pick your menu from the local street food that makes up pizzas, burgers, and pasta, or you can even head to the fancy restaurants that are just as affordable. Check out the below Thailand specialities to feast on:

1. Tom Yam

This veg broth is a local version of the hot and sour soup. A shrimp version is called Tom Yam Goong

2. Laap

Take minced meat and some rice and what you get is Thailand’s rustic delicacy that is adorned with a variety of juices like fish sauce and lime juice

3. Phat Kaphrao

This is a popular street food comprising of deep-fried meat, chilli, garlic, eggs, and holy basil

4. Pad Thai

Noodles fried the local way is a popular delicacy. It carries a garnishing of onion, bean sprouts, and eggs, along with shrimps

5. Yum Nua

Any discussion about Thailand is incomplete without Yam Nua. Thailand’s iconic salad is filled with spearmint, onion, coriander, lime, and chilli, all mixed with beef strips

6. Gai Pad Med Ma Muang – Chicken and cashew nuts

If the combo seems weird then try out this dish to see how both come together to provide you bursts of flavour.

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Best places to stay in Thailand

Accommodation in Thailand is inexpensive and when compared to the southern islands of Bangkok, the north is even more reasonably priced. While guesthouses are cheap, rooms with air-conditioners, hotel rooms, dorm rooms, renting bungalows and full apartments as well as rooms in big resorts are fairly economical. Here are some places that you must check out when in Thailand for accommodation:

1. Bangkok

You can explore options in Sukhumvit road, Riverside, and Siam Square. Suvarnabhumi airport area too has good hotels but is around 30km from the main city centre.

2. Phuket

You can check out areas like Patong and its nearby beaches and Nanai Road. The Surin, Anantara Villas and Indigo Pearl are three noteworthy resorts for your loved ones.

3. Pattaya

South Pattaya (near Walking Street) has great hotels. Soi 7 and 8, a relatively unexplored Jomtien beach, and Soi Bukhaow offer cost-effective hotel accommodation.

4. Krabi

Phi Phi Islands, Railay Beach, and Ao Nang Beach are worthy places to visit in and around Krabi.

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Best places to shop in Thailand

Thailand is known as a shopper’s paradise! Check out the great options available to satiate your shopping craving form Thailand Tourism.

1. Bangkok

MBK and Central World are huge malls for shoppers. At Chatuchak Market, you can feast your senses on the incredible spread of wares available at the weekend market. There are also many night markets like Khao San Road and Patpong Market. Try your hand at obtaining fresh produce and coconut drinks from one of the many floating markets.

2. Phuket

If weekend shopping and gorging on street food is your idea of an ideal evening, then head out to Talad Tairod or weekend market. Jungceylon in Patong is an epitome of modern mall shopping. For a more eclectic mix of shopping, nightlife, and food, do visit the Chillva Market.

3. Pattaya

It is hard to miss Central Festival Pattaya beach with its tall structure. Visit Royal Garden Plaza for shopping and the ‘Ripley’s Believe It or Not!’ museum to enjoy. Mix shopping with savings at the Outlet Mall. It also hosts some known on-site eating options in case you are hungry after a shopping spree.

You think this is all about Thailand? Not really! With spellbinding activities, cheap transportation, beautiful accommodation, incredible Thailand beaches, super fun activities and a whole lot of adventure, there is never a dull moment when in Thailand. So what are you waiting for, go ahead and book your Thailand Tourism tickets right away, the magic of Thailand is waiting to unfold?