At one time, elephants flourished throughout Thailand, not only were they used as beasts of burden; hauling logs and clearing forests, but they were also used to help the Siamese win many historic battles. However, with war being far from the modern Thai's mind and increased conservation of the forests reducing the amount of work available, the continued success of elephants in Thailand was in danger... READ MORE
Having lived in Bangkok for over a year, I have learned many things about the Thai people and I wanted to share some of my experiences with other foreigners living or vacationing here. The first thinhg you have to accept is that Eastern culture is very different from that of the West. The people in the East show less emotion and are more polite, and while they know Westerners are different, they are often uncomfortable when we stray from their norms... READ MORE
Along 2,000km of coastline, where Thailand's crisp white sandy beaches meet rich, warm waters there is an aquatic paradise just waiting to be explored. Whether you are snorkeling for the first time, hoping to learn to dive, or a fully qualified diver wishing to develop your experience, Thailand has some world-class dive sites that are perfect for an undersea adventure.... READ MORE
Discovering Thailand through its national parks is a great way to get to know what "tropical rainforests" are like. Most of western world is not in the tropics and visiting the parks in Thailand is a whole new world.... READ MORE
Due to the fantastic variety of experiences on offer Thailand has become one of the world's best holiday destinations. In recent years, Thailand has also become a popular vacation for people with medical conditions, so what is a better way to exercise and have fun then to play a round of golf? Thailand has a variety of courses ranging from municipal to world-class tournament courses, catering to the needs of golfers from every level and all walks of life. There are approximately 200 golf courses throughout Thailand, over 100 of these benefiting from facilities of an international standard including popular cities such as Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Pattaya, Cha-am, Hua Hin, Phuket, Chiangrai, Rayong and Khao Yai... READ MORE
Thailand is becoming one of the popular destinations for medical tourism. Each year, the Kingdom attracts thousands of people who are interested in visiting Thailand for medical reasons. It is not just people from the US who visit Thailand to avail themselves some medical treatment but people from many European countries as well visit Thailand for specialized medical treatments including joint replacement (knee/hip), cardiac surgery, dental surgery, and cosmetic surgeries among others.... READ MORE
Like all the other countries, Thailand also has a specific set of requirements when it comes to Visa and Travel Documents that you should take care before traveling to Thailand. You must never proceed without the necessary travel documents because this will put you into unnecessary trouble ruining your vacation or your business trip.... READ MORE
When you are planning to visit Thailand, you will be making all types of arrangements in advance such as taking care of your visa requirements, making accommodation arrangements, booking for package tours, finding out about interesting places to visit in Thailand and interesting things to do there, getting your vaccinations, etc. Before you go ahead and plan your trip and make all the above arrangements, you must make sure that you are visiting Thailand at the right time of the year.... READ MORE
Thai food is lip-smackingly delicious, with flavors and ingredients that are reassuringly familiar, yet refreshingly exotic. Creamy coconut milk, sweet, juicy pineapple, fiery hot chillies, sour, zesty limes, salty fish sauce and a vast array of fresh herbs and spices combine to make every mouthful a delight.... READ MORE
Thailand is the 50th largest country in the world. Similar in size to the State of California, it is just over twice the size of the United Kingdom. For the traveler, it's a vast and varied area to explore. The country can be considered as consisting of five distinctive regions, each with its own individual character. With mountains, beaches, islands, jungle forests, ancient temples, hill tribes, sea gypsies and golden Buddhas, Thailand offers the visitor a wonderfully varied experience.... READ MORE
Although the temperature outside will be peeking at 31˚C and the only snow you'll find will be on the screen of a badly tuned in television set, you certainly won't miss out on the Yuletide festivities if you spend Christmas in Thailand. It is true to say that no nation likes to celebrate more than the Thais and so it didn't take long for the seasonal celebration to take hold (they also celebrate Valentine's Day and Halloween). This may come as a surprise to some, particularly as over 90% of the population is Buddhist and Christmas is a Christian festival.... READ MORE
Thailand attracts millions of visitors every year. This is one of the most visited tourist destinations of Asia. Though Thailand is becoming increasingly popular as a tourist spot, still many consider Thailand as a mysterious land. Thailand has something special for everyone. Both young and the old love Thailand; those who love nature will find the breath taking scenic spots of Thailand almost addictive. It is an ideal spot for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. At the same time, Thailand has also a lot to offer those who love fun, excitement and adventure. Thailand is known for its notorious nightlife. For the shopping mongers, Thailand has plenty to offer. Overall, no one who visits Thailand will be disappointed.... READ MORE
When you are getting ready to visit Thailand, you must make sure that you plan your accommodation in Thailand well. The two major areas of expenses in traveling to any new place are the travel expenses and the accommodation expenses. However, by planning well in advance you will be able to save a great deal on your accommodation expenses.... READ MORE
When you arrive in Thailand you will automatically receive a "visa-on-arrival", which allows you to stay in Thailand for up to 30 days without a problem. Should you need to stay longer than that, you will need to renew your arrival stamp. You can do this for up to 90 days. This may sound easy enough, but let me explain a little further... Thailand immigration allows you to use a "visa-on-arrival" to stay in Thailand for up to a total of 90 days, but never exceeding 30 days at a time. So, if you plan to take several trips in and out of Thailand, you really have to keep a tally of your days - and remember that the maximum is 90.... READ MORE
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