Thailand is the most popular tourist destination in Southeast
Asia, and for a reason. You can find almost anything here: thick
jungle as green as can be, crystal blue waters and secluded white
beaches and exotic spiced food that will tap dance across your
taste buds. Exotic, yet safe; cheap, yet equipped with every modern
amenity you need, there is something for every interest and every
price bracket in Thailand. And despite the heavy flow of tourism,
Thailand retains its quintessential Thai-ness, with a culture and
history all its own and a carefree people famed for their smiles
and their fun-seeking lifestyle..
Bangkok is a bustling city famous for its
temples, the Grand Palace, some of Asia's largest shopping centres
and the popular Sukhumvit Road. Getting around is easy thanks to
the Skytrain (BTS), Underground Train (MRT) and river taxis. Enjoy
a wide range of restaurants, from authentic street-side eateries to
a number of fine dining establishments, as well as some great
nightlife. Day trips to nearby attractions such as the Floating
Market and Ancient City will give you even more insight into this
cultural region.
With its endless white sand beaches, salt water lagoons, lush
coconut groves, and undisturbed forests of palm trees,
Phuket enchants everyone who visits. Enjoy world
class diving in the Andaman Sea, golf at world-class championship
courses or exciting eco-adventures in tropical forests. Take a trip
to the surrounding islands or enjoy a serene cruise around mystical
Phang Nga Bay. The fun island of Phuket provides an
endless amount of things to see and do making it one of Asia's most
popular beach destinations.
The unspoilt, laid back island of Koh Yao Noi
is located in stunning Phang Nga Bay, between Phuket and Krabi and
enjoys a remote feel away from the major tourist crowds. Less than
an hour away by boat transfer, the island features some 400 metres
of pristine sandy beach where the clear, clean water of Phang Nga
Bay gently breaks. Koh Yao Noi Island is largely untouched and
remains a quiet place to get away and unwind.
One of Thailand's largest islands, Koh Samui is
rich with white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, dazzling coral
reefs and swaying coconut trees. The island is located in the Gulf
of Thailand, 700 km south of Bangkok in the Surat Thani province.
Activities are bountiful and include elephant trekking, canoeing,
sailing, diving, golfing, fishing and biking. There are also plenty
of sights to see, from waterfalls to temples to jungles.
Located on the banks of the Mae Kok River, Chiang
Rai is just one hour from the Golden Triangle where
the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar converge. Nearby
attractions include Wat Phra Kaew, the temple that once housed the
Emerald Buddha, and the Hill Tribe Education Centre with its
fascinating display of tribal artefacts and handicrafts. Boat trips
along the Mae Kong River are available from the town of Chiang
Khong, with stops along the way at villages of interest.
