Thailand Thailand is a kingdom boasting immense beauty and culture, with glorious beaches, vibrant jungles, inviting oceans, mouth-watering cuisine and ancient temples. Its known as The Land of Smiles for its friendly gentle people and offers an incredible range of experiences, from cooking classes to pampering spa treatments, amazing sightseeing, shopping overload and tranquil beach spots Reasons to visit Thailand... Thailand is Affordable The dollar goes a long way in Thailand. There are hundreds of hotels and guesthouses for under $20 a night. Thai food is likewise inexpensive and often the street food vendors, who typically sell dishes for the equivalent of $1 or less, offer the most delicious stuff. Want to splurge? Even better, as Thailand has some amazing hotels and resorts, all for significantly less than you would pay back home. Nightlife Whether you are on the beach or in one of Thailands cities, you wont be far from the bars and nightclubs that have made the country famous. Dont worry, its not all go-go bars and scantily clad women! There are plenty of discos, nightclubs and regular bars, too Idyllic islands There are hundreds of islands in Thailand, each with their own special appeal. If loud music, debauchery and good times sound appealing, try Koh Phangan during the Full Moon parties, or if a chilled hippy vibe and snorkelling is more your style, visit Koh Lanta or the almost-untouched Koh Racha. In short, whatever island experience youre after, youll find it in Thailand. Bangkok Offers a mix of intriguing history, outstanding shopping, a vibrant nightlife and delicious food, Bangkok delights at every turn. Explore the grandeur of the Royal Palace and the Golden Buddha before heading to Bangkoks most popular night markets at Patpong Road. Hua Hin Home to the Thai royal familys Phra Ratchawang Klai Kangwon (Far from Worries Palace), Hua Hin is a relaxing seaside town that offers world-class tropical resorts. Enjoy your time here with 18 holes at the Royal Hua Hin Golf Course, go horseback riding on the beach and after dark, theres rustic seafood restaurants to visit or sample the simple charms of one of Thailands best night markets. Pattaya Less than two hours drive from Bangkok lies this beachside reosrt. This lively beach is popular with a variety of travellers, especially families, offering many restaurants, shops, golf courses, amusement parks and water sport activities. Phuket Renowned for its jewel-green waters and ribbons of white-sand beaches, Thailands largest island is also its most popular and the place to visit for fun in the sun. Be sure to stay a while to relax on the lovely beaches and treat your tastebuds at the night markets of old Phuket Town. Krabi Towering limestone cliffs, which emerge from the water like breaching whales and are covered in lush greenery, give way to beautiful sandy beaches at Krabi. Koh Tao Home to some of the finest underwater sites in Thailand, Koh Tao is a stones throw north of Koh Phangan, and is also the ideal spot to while the day away on a stunning stretch of beach.

Reasons to visit Thailand... Thailand is Affordable The dollar goes a long way in Thailand. There are hundreds of hotels and guesthouses for under $20 a night. Thai food is likewise inexpensive and often the street food vendors, who typically sell dishes for the equivalent of $1 or less, offer the most delicious stuff. Want to splurge? Even better, as Thailand has some amazing hotels and resorts, all for significantly less than you would pay back home. Nightlife Whether you are on the beach or in one of Thailands cities, you wont be far from the bars and nightclubs that have made the country famous. Dont worry, its not all go-go bars and scantily clad women! There are plenty of discos, nightclubs and regular bars, too Idyllic islands There are hundreds of islands in Thailand, each with their own special appeal. If loud music, debauchery and good times sound appealing, try Koh Phangan during the Full Moon parties, or if a chilled hippy vibe and snorkelling is more your style, visit Koh Lanta or the almost-untouched Koh Racha. In short, whatever island experience youre after, youll find it in Thailand Incredible food Travel around Thailand and youll soon realise that the locals are just as into their food as us Aussies. The tantalising aroma of traditional dishes like Tom Yum Goong and coconut sticky rice waft down the streets, and if you like to graze, youll find delicious street food like chicken satay skewers, chilli corn and fresh fruit at your fingertips. Shopping If you like markets, bargains or cool and quirky stuff, youll find shopping in Thailand very rewarding. Big city markets carry everything from shoes to art, Amazing Cities. The booming, bustling capital and the quieter, charming center of Northern Thailand both offer culture, history, architecture, great food and lots of diversions.