Ancient Buddhist temple with large chedi against a blue sky with clouds.

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THAILAND

Great street food, mind blowing ancient temples, and of course, hardcore nightlife. All in the land of smiles :)

ABOUT THAILAND

Longtail boats on a sandy beach with green water in front of a rocky island in Thailand.

Thailand is known as the “Land of Smiles” for a reason. A super chill and relaxing place in Southeast Asia full of rich culture, delicious food, friendly people, and historical temples.

Whether you enjoy the bustling metropolis and nightlife of Bangkok, the relaxing mountainous regions of Chiang Mai, or the tropical sandy beaches of Phuket. Thailand is a country that provides the ultimate vacation like no other.

And the food! Thai food is just on another level, From simple Pad Thai to the unique Khao Kluk Kapi, Thai food is sure to make you smile.

USEFUL RESOURCES FOR TRAVELING IN THAILAND

MUST VISIT PLACES IN THAILAND

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  • Wat Phra Kaew, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Bangkok, Thailand, with golden stupa and surrounding buildings against blue sky.

    BEST TIME TO VISIT

    The best months to visit Thailand is definitely from November to January. Thailand is a sweltering hot tropical country, but the winter months provides a cool breeze that makes the weather more bearable.

  • Traditional Thai temple architecture with ornate carvings, tiered roofs, white statues, and a clear blue sky.

    MONEY SAVING TIPS

    The cost of living in Thailand is cheap! A simple filling one plate dish goes for just around 75 THB or 2.50 USD. Public transport is also cheap. Hostels are also popular accommodation for budgeting, and Thailand is home to some amazingly fun hostels.

  • Plate of Thai basil chicken with rice and two fried eggs on top, garnished with basil leaves, on a floral plate.

    FOODS TO TRY

    Ignore the Pad Thai, instead go for Pad Krapao, a spicy stir fry with holy basil and a fried egg. Other notably delicious choices are Som Tam Papaya Salad, Massaman Curry, Boat Noodles, Larb, and more!

  • Five large white Buddha statues in a row, set against a green mountain backdrop. The statues are part of a temple complex with intricate architectural details and surrounding gardens. Cloudy sky overhead.

    THINGS TO DO

    From the gorgeous historical city of Ayutthaya, to the tallest mountain in Thailand, Doi Inthanon. There are many places to see here. Some activities you can enjoy are Muay Thai, scuba diving, and of course Thai Massages.

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