Thailand – The Land of free is budgeted beauty at its best. Beautiful coastal beaches and offshore islands, ancient ruins, temples, jungles, and unique cultures form the basis of Thailand.
Bangkok is the main entry point for most tourists. It is the modern face of Thailand, with shopping complexes, office buildings, and international chain restaurants. Wat Pho, Wat Traimit, known more commonly as the Temple of the Golden Buddha, and the Marble Temple are a definite watch.
The southeast of Bangkok is the seaside city of Pattaya. This is a popular side trip from Bangkok, particularly for those who do not have time to make their way to the beaches and islands further south. It has beautiful beaches where visitors can find all kinds of watersports, including diving, but it has long been known for its shady nightlife.
From the port town of Krabi there are many islands and nearby beaches for travelers to explore. Phuket is a busy tourist center where many people find themselves for at least a short period of time. Some of the tourist oriented islands and areas include Koh Phi Phi, Phi Phi Lay and Koh Lanta.
Railay is a small peninsula accessible by boat due to the high limestone cliffs cutting off mainland access. These cliffs attract rock climbers from all over the world and it has beautiful beaches and quiet relaxing atmosphere.
The title song of Kaho Na Pyaar Hai movie was filmed at Phra Nang Beach in Thailand. Karan Johar’s chic and stylish young film Student of the Year was shot extensively in Bangkok, Koh Samui and Khao Yai.
Northern Thailand offers a completely different travel experience.of jungle and elephant rides. Chiang Mai is the major destination in the north, along with Chiang Rai.
