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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Thailand

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Published on Dec 23, 2015
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Adam Hodge
By Adam HodgeSenior Vice-President

Thailand has emerged as one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. What could be the reasons that people love to travel to this exotic destination? It could be the tranquil beaches, exotic cuisine, magnificent temples and scenery, colourful history, or cultural and archaeological sites. Let us explore the top 5 reasons why travellers would love a Thailand vacation. Pristine Beaches Thailand offers a wide range of paradisaical islands to choose from. It is the perfect destination to enjoy warm sunshine, while combining the opportunity to experience a different culture. It boasts of world class beach towns like Koh Pha Ngan, Koh Samui, Krabi, Phuket, and Phi Phi Island. Stay in one place on a Thai beach escape or go island hopping. Both promise some of the best beaches in the world! Suggested Itineraries: 8-Day Samui Beach Escapes 8-Day Phuket Beach Escapes 10-Day West Thai Island Hopper

Phi Phi Island wBoats, Thailand
Phi Phi Island

People and Culture Thailand is known as a land of smiles, and all visitors are warmly welcomed here. Thai locals are warm and gentle and extremely respectful of their guests. Their hospitality is considered to be world class. Every visit here leaves you feeling great. Suggested Itinerary: 10-Day Classic Thailand Featuring Koh Samui

Thai Woman in Costume Offering Wai Greeting, Thailand
Thai Woman Offering Wai Greeting

The Food Thai cooking is all about freshly prepared dishes featuring strong, aromatic spice elements. It varies in taste from one region to another. Some of Thailand's spiciest, tangiest foods can be eaten from roadside stalls. The hot and spicy dish can be whipped up in a second by street vendors, using fresh lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. A tour of Bangkok’s finest food stalls with an expert guide is something we always recommended for the quality of the dishes and energetic atmosphere. As well, appetizing and authentic Thai cuisine can be found in Bangkok’s most splendid high-end restaurants. Enjoy some of the authentic dining experiences that Thailand has to offer! Suggested Itinerary: 3-Day Bangkok Chiang Mai Connector

Traditional Thai Food, Thailand
Traditional Thai food

The Buddhas and the Temples Thailand is full of Buddha statues. Some are standing, some are sleeping, and others are just meditating. They come in all sizes and are made of stone, metal, or emeralds. There are more than 40,000 Buddhist temples in the country, and each has its unique character. You can explore some of the best temples in Thailand, as well as surrounding countries. Suggested Itinerary: 9-Day Angkor Trails

Meditation Buddha Statue Under a Bodhi Tree, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Meditation Buddha Statue Under a Bodhi Tree, Chiang Mai

Wildlife Thailand offers a unique variety of wildlife exploration. Look for the gibbons in Khao Sok National Park, spend a day at Elephant Hills bathing the elephants, go whale watching in Koh Tao, and visit the world’s smallest mammal - the Kitti's hog-nosed bat in western Thailand. One can experience some great wildlife adventures! Suggested Itinerary: 3-Day Elephant Hills Jungle Lake Safari

Elephant Hills, Thailand
Bathe an elephant at Elephant Hills

Although a small country in Southeast Asia, a vacation in Thailand has something to offer for every type of traveller.

By Adam Hodge

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Adam Hodge
Adam Hodge
Goway - Senior Vice-President

When he’s not paddling a canoe or drinking copious amounts of coffee, you’ll find Adam talking about some kind of travel plans. He spent a month doing Tai-Chi in China, horse-camped in Mongolia, rode 3rd class trains all over India, tour-guided in Europe, worked in Namibia and surfed in Costa Rica – the travel bug bit this Canadian repeatedly. Food is one highlight of any destination for him, and he’s admitted on a few times to be willing to try just about any food once, and apparently “putrefied shark wasn't that bad”.

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