Thailand holidays
Tantalising Thailand is a gem for exploration. From the jungles and mountains of the north, to the utopian beaches and castaway islands of the south. Discover captivating wildlife, paradise beaches created for the perfect holiday and inspiring culture. Visit spiritual temples, meet humble and happy locals and wander as many street markets as you can.
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Thailand’s beaches are a slice of paradise. With coastal gems close to Bangkok, soothing island shores in the south and waterfront beauty spots to the west – kick back in beachside serenity. Book flights to Bangkok and begin your adventure in Pattaya. Venture south-west to Hua Hin, where locals soak up the beach life. Relax on holidays to Koh Samui on white sands, paddle in turquoise waters, then watch a breathtaking pastel sunset. Visit the captivating beaches of Mae Nam, Chaweng Beach and Silver Beach. Or stay near Kata Beach and visit Freedom Beach on Thailand’s biggest island on holidays to Phuket.
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Bangkok
Following the river, compact and narrow alleyways, enticing market stalls, opulent temples and determined tuk-tuk drivers vie for your attention. However, if you find your senses become overloaded, old Thai life can be found just around the corner.
Phuket
Renowned for its alluring beaches and colourful nightlife - the wonders of Phuket will send your senses into overdrive. But there is certainly more to this captivating destination than meets the eye.
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- After the buzz of Bangkok, the sun and sea of Thailand beaches offer the perfect contrast as part of a twin centre holiday. When you arrive at Barcelo Coconut Island, off the main island off Phuket, you'll feel a million miles away. Six Senses Yao Noi is set on secluded Phang Nga Bay providing both luxury and privacy. While away the day on the stunning shores of Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui, or retreat to the stunning villas, nestled in the trees, at The Slate Phuket.
- You don't have to settle for a backpacker hostel if you're on a tighter budget. Savvy travellers can find boutique hotels on a shoestring. Bel Aire Hotel, in Bangkok, is nestled in a quiet street just off the bustling Sukhumvit Road. The Sarann - Koh Samui offers boutique accommodation and an idyllic beachfront location along Chaweng Noi Beach. Kata Sea Breeze Resort in Phuket is a hillside retreat, where you can kick back and enjoy a traditional Thai massage in the comfort of the resort's spa.
- A family holiday to Thailand is perfect if you want to share some cultural discoveries, but also go home feeling refreshed and relaxed. In between adventures spend precious time in and around the magnificent pool at JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa or stay at Outrigger Surin Beach Resort and book yourself into a suite with a private plunge pool. Or snuggle up on bean bags watching movies under the stars at Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui, Koh Samui.
- Begin your journey in Bangkok and discover modernity infused with tradition. See majestic temples, soak up the humble spirit, take a trip to the floating markets, jump in a tuk-tuk and immerse yourself in this fascinating city. Glide along the waters of the Chao Phraya River and lookout for the glorious Grand Palace. Thailand's UNESCO-listed ancient capitals, Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, provide a historical slant to many Thai holidays. Journey to the north of Thailand to Chiang Mai. Explore rainforests and rice paddy fields, visit a nurturing elephant sanctuary and discover a Thai cooking class.
Venture to Chiang Mai and volunteer with the elephants, then wander through the bustling night markets. Travel to the south and stay in Phuket for basking beach days, or catch a boat ride to Krabi for activities and mesmerising landscape discoveries. Island-hop and scuba-dive to fully experience Thailand's southern beauty in the Gulf of Thailand or the more secluded Andaman Coast. Go to the mountainous Golden Triangle of Thailand for a holiday of caves and hot springs. Trek with friendly hill tribes and see elephants before following Kanchanaburi's rickety Death Railway to Nam Tok's waterfalls and Hellfire Pass.
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Things to do in Bangkok and beyond
Soak up the hustle and bustle of the markets, venture to the serenity of the temples and tuck into the food scene – are you brave enough to try scorpion on a stick? Embrace the curious ways of Bangkok and lose yourself to the tropics of this urban cityscape.
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Take that big Thailand trip
Renowned for being ‘the’ backpacker destination, Thailand is the place you have to visit to understand how fascinating it really is. Enchanting temples, elephant sanctuaries, jungle adventures and euphoric islands, it doesn’t get much better. Meet wonderful locals and be charmed, in The Land of Smiles.
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