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Are you looking for some of the best places in Thailand to go on vacation? In
this detailed review, we’ve put together 5 unforgettable travel destinations that will captureyour interest and intrigue your curious mind.
Have you ever thought of traveling to Thailand? Well, this glamorous country in Southeast Asia is a popular tourist destination. Also known as the ‘Land of Smiles,’ it’s the perfect place to go for a luxurious travel adventure. Among its many captivating sceneries are exciting
cities and beaches, as well as splendid terrain.
In our detailed review, we have a few of the best places in Thailand assured of giving you an extraordinary experience. These are 5 key destinations, all of which offer diverse attractions to suit your unique tastes. Most importantly, they show where to find the natural, historical, and cultural attractions that have made Thailand a famous tourist place to visit.
1. Railay Beach and Its Other Sceneries
Located in the Krabi Province, Railay is one of the top beaches in Thailand. If you’re
planning on visiting Thailand, this may be the first place to check out. White, sandy beach, blended with the clear, sky-blue water make this destination a complete paradise.
To get there, you’ll need to travel by boat until you arrive at the entrance of the island. You can ‘catch a ride’ either at Ao Nang or Krabi Town. However, not only the beaches make this one of the best places in Thailand.
Railay is also an impressive rock-climbing destination with karst peaks and impeccable cliffsbof limestone. But there’s more; you can still go whitewater rafting, snorkeling, elephant trekking, or even kayaking. Lastly, if you’re one of those curious individuals, head down to
the ‘Diamond Cave’ and enjoy its mysterious nature.
2.The Market Festivals of Chiang Mai
In this city, the market is constantly flooded with ‘hungry’ buyers from across the world
because it’s one of the best places in Thailand to get cheap but quality goods.
People especially love taking flights to Thailand because of the tasty delicacies in Chiang Mai’snSunday market. Vendors here sell various types of dishes from chicken satay to fried bananas. You’ll also find samosas, sweet potatoes, and a couple of crab cakes at an affordable price of only $2.
There are even different stalls selling a wide range of unique services just for you.
For instance, you can play here various traditional games. You can also get yourself some musical instruments, paintings, and natural oils.
So, what is the best time to visit Thailand if you want to grab some treats? Well, there are a lot of similar market festivals happening in this place throughout the week. If you don’t find the time to attend the Sunday market, other fantastic festivals to visit are:
● The ‘Saturday Night Walking Street’
● The ‘Night Bazaar’
3. Bangkok’s Grand Palace
For a complete and successful Thailand tour, Bangkok should be among the first sites you visit. The capital city has a lot of beautiful sceneries, buildings, and people with a fascinating way of life. So, once you get tired from frolicking down the beaches or cozying up to the animals, you can still enjoy a lot here.
To start, the historical art that you’ll find in the Grand Palace will peak way above your
interests. It’s a place filled with ancient ruins and relics like the Emerald Buddha’s temple. It’s said that this enlightened god is represented by a hair or something shaped like a bone.
Once you’ve had your fill of this glamorous Palace, feel free to visit other captivating
sceneries here. With your Thailand map, you should easily spot famous travel hotspots like Wat Arun or Wat Po. What’s more, if you want to catch the sunset, Bangkok is one of the best places in Thailand to do so.
4. Enjoy a Trip to Phuket
One key factor that you’ll find being mentioned in almost all online Thailand travel tips is the need to visit its impeccable off-the-coast beaches. They are known for their beauty, sense of adventure, and calming nature, as well as the atmosphere. The main Thailand islands that you should keep in mind are:
● ‘Ko Samet’
● ‘Ko Chang’
● ‘Ko Samui Lie’
● ‘Ko Pha Ngan’
● ‘Ko Tao’
● ‘Phuket’
● ‘Ko Phi Phi’
It’s worth noting that the most developed island in the country is Phuket. You can travel to the mainland and back quite easily, thanks to two large bridges.
The other attractive beaches like the ‘Ko Phi Phi’ are popular diving spots. In fact, ‘Ko Phi Phi’ is famous because of the film, ‘The Beach.’ Of course, if these destinations don’t please you, there are loads of breathtaking places such as the Phang-nga bay that you could still visit.
5. Chiang Rai — One of the Best Places in Thailand
This industrial town can be referred to as one of the best places in Thailand to travel. It’s an amazing place that sits at the heart of the Golden Triangle. It borders the ancient Myanmar city and offers something unique for all.
Chiang Rai is great for camping, especially if you want to check the surroundings. It’s ratherbcalm during day time, but once the sun sets, everything lights up remarkably. The retailbstores and hotels come alive with fascinating neon lights.
Conclusion
These are a few of the most remarkable travel locations and the best places in Thailand we’ve come across. They provide the perfect travel vacation experience, whether you’re alone, with your colleagues or family members. Therefore, once you get here, make sure you enjoy the breathtaking sceneries, sandy beaches, and amazing wildlife.
Take a couple of pictures of the ancient temples you find as you learn the history behind their formation. Besides, remember that Thailand is a somewhat mysterious place with loads of features to intrigue the curious mind.
So, which of these 5 destinations would you like to visit first, and why? Do you also have any other locations in mind?
Author’s Bio: Rae-Rae is a mother of two daughters who enjoys traveling overseas whenever she can. During her student years, she took part in a Mount Everest climbing expedition and later guided other tourists in doing the same. Today, Rae-Rae is a tour guide, avid blogger and likes to find the information on this website.
Ross is known as the Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas - An Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Professional by profession and a Social Media Evangelist by heart.
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