Thailand is a vibrant blend of cultures and breathtaking natural scenery and, understandably, the most popular luxury holiday destination in South East Asia.
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WHY WE THINK YOU’LL LOVE IT
- The beaches – they range from long, white sandy stretches of paradise to bays surrounded by towering limestone formations.
- Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provide the ultimate culture fix – you’ll see an array of gilded temples, and have the chance to sample some seriously tasty cuisine along the way, too.
- Elephant trekking is a must; the mahouts will teach you how to instruct your elephant in Thai before trekking through the jungle.
Thailand is one of the most popular luxury holiday destinations in South East Asia, owing in no small part to its fresh scenic backdrops, fabulous foods, lively cities and paradise beaches. Plus if it’s good enough for Leo (Dicaprio that is), then it’s good enough for us.
DID YOU KNOW
- Thailand means ‘land of the free’ because it is the only country in Southeast Asia that hasn’t been a European colony
- The world’s biggest fish, the whale shark, is found in the waters off Thailand
- Chopsticks are only used to eat noodle soup in Thailand, otherwise a spoon or fork is used
- In 1999, 30 vets worked to heel an elephant’s foot after he stepped on a landmine
- Thailand is home to the ‘mudskipper’, a fish that can walk on land and climb trees
Energetic, cosmopolitan Bangkok combines the feel of a modern Asian city with reminders of the past, whilst contrasting dramatically with the serenity of the country’s ancient temples, tranquil villages and miles of picturesque coastline.
Thailand’s long coastline and the many islands that lie just offshore offer superb beaches, snorkelling and diving. The north offers a completely different luxury holiday experience, with trekking, jungle and some outstanding new hotels opening in recent years around Chiang Mai.
