21 Best Islands in Thailand You Should Visit
With excellent weather, warm ocean water, and palm-fringed beaches, Thailand is island living at its very best.
Forget Bangkok: This Cultural City Offers Lush Jungles, Elephant Sanctuaries, and Iconic Night Markets
Nestled in the lush mountains of northern Thailand, Chiang Mai has long been a mecca for travelers searching for a vibrant cultural experience steeped in ancient history.
A Guide to Thailand’s 8 Beautiful Regions
The Southeast Asian nation of Thailand shares borders with Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia in the south.
26 Must-See Attractions in Thailand
Affectionately known as the ‘Land of Smiles’, Thailand is arguably Southeast Asia’s premier travel destination.
How to Spend 3 Days in Bangkok
Bangkok, also known as the ‘City of Angels’, is easily one of the craziest cities you could ever set foot into.
17 of the Best Places to Visit in Thailand
Thailand is a collage of animated scenes that comprise bustling modern cities crowded with motorbikes and tuk-tuks, Buddhist temples tended by orange-robed monks, hill tribes selling handicrafts, lush landscapes dotted with traditional farming villages, ancient ruins and stunning coastlines peppered with gorgeous beaches and blue lagoons.
5 Best Beaches in Koh Lipe
Koh Lipe, an island off the shore of Southwestern Thailand, is considered a tropical island paradise: jungles, secluded beaches, swaying palms and calm waters.
A Small Tropical Island With a Beach Made Famous by a Hollywood Movie
Towering limestone cliffs, hidden caves, and long stretches of white sand make this tropical destination one of the most breathtaking island landscapes in Southeast Asia.
12 Best Places to Visit in Northern Thailand
Many of Thailand’s visitors head to Bangkok or the beaches and islands in the South, but Northern Thailand also offers a staggering range of amazing destinations.
9 Attractions You Shouldn’t Miss in Railay Beach
Located in an astonishingly scenic setting among lush rainforest and incredible craggy limestone rock formations, Railay Beach is as idyllic as they come, and that’s without even having mentioned its wealth of fantastic beaches.
Where to Stay in Chiang Mai: Best Neighborhoods & Hotels
Located in Thailand’s mountainous northern region, Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second city.
Skip the Crowds: The Most Underrated Destinations in Thailand
In the 19th century, Horace Greeley was credited with telling young men to go West. If he were alive today, he might say, “go off the beaten path, traveler.
10 Most Amazing Destinations in South Thailand
Many travelers who head to Southeast Asia plan to spend at least some of their time in Thailand.
Best Things to do in Pai, Thailand
Lying in the north of Thailand not far from the Myanmar border, the small town of Pai is a very popular haunt among both backpackers and hippies.
10 Best Beaches in Koh Phangan
The island of Koh Phangan is a tropical paradise in the Gulf of Thailand. Koh Phangan is well known for its full moon parties each month as well as its incredible beaches.
Introduction
Thailand is a collage of animated scenes that comprise bustling modern cities crowded with motorbikes and tuk-tuks, Buddhist temples tended by orange-robed monks, hill tribes selling handicrafts, lush landscapes dotted with traditional farming villages, ancient ruins and stunning coastlines peppered with gorgeous beaches and blue lagoons. Such a captivating portrait explains why Thailand is Southeast Asia’s most popular travel destination. And despite the heavy flow of tourism, Thailand retains its quintessential identity with its own unique culture and history and a carefree people famed for their smiles.
Most visitors to Thailand begin their itinerary in the capital city, Bangkok, a flurry of high-rise buildings, sacred temples, floating markets, sizzling nightclubs and congested streets lined with street vendors hawking cheap souvenirs and exotic foods. Cities in the North such as Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, are gateways to mountain trekking, wildlife, outdoor adventure and ethnic tribes. Old cities like Ayutthaya and Sukhothai offer ancient history, while Kanchanaburi is steeped in important WWII events. The south is home to Thailand’s remarkable island paradise of Phuket, Ko Tao and Ko Samui and gorgeous beach resort towns like Hua Hin and Krabi.
Thailand offers something for everyone from exploring magnificent ruins to premier scuba diving, blazing nightlife, shopping malls, night markets, family amusement parks and luxurious spas to elephant rides, trekking and ziplining in the jungle.