Thailand is one among the most visited countries in the world, seeing over 35 million travellers annually. Some of the most iconic and renowned attractions include the amazing islands in the south, the diverse street food scene in Bangkok, and the thousands of temples scattered all over the country.
• Bangkok - The vibrant capital city of Thailand offers a blend of old-world charm and modern attractions, including temples, museums, street markets, shopping malls, and nightlife.
• Chiang Mai - The cultural capital of Thailand, known for its historic temples, vibrant night markets, scenic beauty, and outdoor adventures.
• Phuket - The largest island in Thailand, known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, vibrant nightlife, and luxury resorts.
• Ayutthaya - The ancient capital city of Thailand, known for its impressive ruins, temples, and historical sites that offer a glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage
• Sukhothai - Another ancient capital city of Thailand, known for its well-preserved ruins and temples that showcase the art and architecture of the Sukhothai period.
• Phuket - Phuket is famous for a number of things like exotic beaches, vibrant nightlife, colorful night markets, delicious seafood, white marble Big Buddha and of course scuba diving.
• Koh Samui - Koh Samui is the perfect island retreat for anyone wanting a mix of beautiful beaches, waterfalls, Buddhist temples, and modern amenities. In a nutshell, Koh Samui has it all! There are vast range of things to experience in Koh Samui to fulfill every traveler’s needs.
• Koh Phi Phi - Phi Phi Island has won many travel awards and admirers for its spectacular white sandy beaches and breathtaking scenery both above and below the water. Winning Trip Advisor awards for Top Twenty destinations worldwide as voted for by Travelers themselves and also Number #1 in the “Must See Islands of the World”.
• Koh Tao - Ko Tao is one of Thailand's well known tourist attraction. The island is very famous for scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering.
• Koh Chang - Ko Chang island, known also as ‘Elephant Island’ named because of its elephant shaped headland, and is Thailand’s third largest island after Phuket and Samui. It is situated around 300 km east of Bangkok in Trat Province, in the Gulf of Thailand just near the Cambodian border.
• Koh Lanta - Koh Lanta Island is known for its secluded location, postcard-perfect beaches, and refreshing weather. What most people do not familiar with is that Koh Lanta is home to Thailand’s and even some of the world’s best beaches.
• Similan Islands - With white beaches, crystal sea, a variety of precious marine life, and amazing underwater landscapes, the Similan Islands attract a large number of tourists every year, especially diving enthusiasts.
• Koh Samet - Koh Samet is known for its stunning beaches. The whole island is a T-shaped island, with amazing beaches on the east coast of the island, where most of the commercial buildings are also present. The island's longer beach, Saikai Beach, also called as Diamond Beach, is always held here, such as beach volleyball.
• Tom Yum Goong
• Pad Thai
• Som Tam
• Massaman Curry
• Khao Soi
• Mango Sticky Rice
• By air: The most common way to reach Thailand is by air, with major international airports located in Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai. Many airlines operate flights to Thailand from all over the world.
• By land: You can also reach Thailand by land from neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Malaysia. There are several border crossings, but be sure to check the visa requirements before you travel.
• By sea: If you're coming from nearby islands or countries, you can reach Thailand by sea. There are regular ferry services from destinations such as Phuket, Koh Samui, and Malaysia.
• By train: If you're already in Southeast Asia, taking a train to Thailand can be an exciting way to travel. You can take a train from neighboring countries such as Malaysia and Laos.
Note that Koh Samui has a crazy-high accident rate for its common form of tourist-transport: scooters and motorbikes. If you absolutely have to scoot, don't forget to wear a helmet. No matter what – no matter when you come, where you stay, or what you plan to do while on Samui – make sure you come with quality travel insurance.
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