Thailand Beaches & Islands

Most visitors to Thailand head for the sea for at least part of their stay. With a 1,550-mile coastline, Thailand offers such a profusion of sandy beaches, sheer cliffs, sheltered bays, quiet coves and idyllic islands that the choices for a holiday in the sun are near limitless. 1

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1 Thailand Beaches & Islands Thailand’s unique culture is a large part of the destination’s appeal. While Thailand is famous for its wealth of Buddhist arts and temples, you will enjoy another taste of Thai culture, seasoned with tradition. From the moment of arrival, being greeted with the gracious wai gesture, to your first experience of unique riverside lifestyle or traditional Thai boxing and Thai massage, you will find endless memories to cherish for a life time! 2

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1 Thailand Culture and Arts Thailand, with its wealth of natural attractions and national parks, is the perfect destination for those looking for an adventurous holiday, or just an opportunity to really get away from it all and spend some quality time in the great outdoors. From trekking and visiting hilltribes in the mountain-studded North to exploring the coral reefs, and scaling the limestone cliffs of the South, or hiking, rafting, and bird-watching in the verdant national parks of the central region, Thailand has unlimited activities for every taste and every budget.. 3

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1 Thailand Adventure & Outdoor Activities Fed up watching the office clock tick endlessly by and the kids complain about the dull weather? Escape the drudgery of hometown routine for an unforgettable holiday of a lifetime. Thailand is the quintessential family destination with activities and sights to satisfy every member of the family. Your holiday photo album will never look the same again. 4

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1 Thailand Family Fun Thailand is a breathtaking nirvana that star-crossed lovers will instantly call home. Blessed with diversity and variety, this ancient mystical land has it all – palm-studded white sandy beaches, forested mountains cloaked in dawn mists, well-preserved ruins of historic civilizations, not to mention the excitement of the capital Bangkok where old and modern blend in dramatic fashion. It is the perfect idyllic destination to tie the knot of love and indulge in an exclusively unique honeymoon that keeps the seeds of your relationship burning bright for time immemorial. 5

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1 Thailand Weddings & Honeymoons Over the years Thailand has truly developed into a world-class destination for shoppers. Whether it is a gleaming mall packed with designer labels or a relaxed stroll through a vibrant market full of exotic goods, colorful textiles and handmade jewellery, then Thailand has everything to suit the tastes of the most discerning shop-a-holic or bargain hunter. For dedicated shoppers, a standard complaint is having too little baggage allowance for all their wonderful purchases! 6

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1 Thailand Shopping Renowned as one of the world’s most rewarding travel destinations, Thailand adds an extra dimension to its myriad of attractions as the most convenient gateway to the lands of the Mekong. Yunnan in Southern China, Myanmar, Lao PDR, Cambodia and Vietnam, as well as northern Thailand and northeastern Thailand, all share to a greater or lesser extent the passage of the mighty Mekong, Southeast Asia’s longest river. Discover the timelessness of nature’s ever varied grandeur. 7

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1 Gateway to IndoChina The blue world of Thailand comprises 155,213 square miles of marine environment and includes over 500 islands in the Indo-Pacific region, the union between the Pacific Ocean – the largest ocean in the world, and the Indian Ocean – the smallest and most mysterious one. With ideal natural conditions, a temperature of 75 - 82 Fahrenheit and mineral supplementation from the mainland, Thailand has unique characteristics that are rarely found elsewhere. 8

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1 Thailand Diving From adrenaline-rush Bangkok to serene seaside towns in the South and tranquil villages located along the Mekong River, Thai cuisine is as rich and diverse as its culture. Uniquely crafted to appeal to all tastes, Thai food combines best of flavors, textures, colors and presentations. Where to eat is just as exciting as what to eat. Bangkok and other major tourist destinations offer an incredible selection of dining places in all price ranges. From curbside food stalls selling simple but good food, to smart, expensive restaurants, there is something to please everyone. 9

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1 Thai Cuisine - Gourmet's Paradise Why fly to Thailand when you have health care on your own doorstep? Well, long waiting lists, stressed-out nursing staff, overworked doctors, busy hospitals, exorbitant medical bills, and recovery time spent stuck in the confines of your own home, all make the prospect of medical treatment none to appealing. But a trip to Thailand can turn into one of the most positive experience of your lifetime. No matter where you are from, whichever facilities is chosen, whether contemplating a check-up, a major medical procedure or a revitalizing spa treatments, you will enjoy prompt attention, immaculate comfort, the services of highly professional staff, and friendly faces. 10

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