Thailand is a country full of beautiful and attractive places where you can enjoy holidays alone, with your partner or all the family. Here is a list of 10 of the best places in Thailand to visit.
Pattaya
Pattaya is known as a popular coastal resort where you can choose from over 300 different hotels to stay in. As well as the popular beaches, you can also enjoy shopping with family members. If you really love Thai food, you will love the number of good restaurants there.
Phuket
Phuket is one of the most famous and popular destinations for tourists in Thailand. Phuket is also known as the pearl of the South. Phuket is home to some of the best beaches in Thailand. It offers a wide range of accommodation with a reputation for superb hospitality. Whether you want to lounge on a palm tree lined beached, explore tropical forests or enjoy the vibrant nightlife Phuket has it all and more.
Koh Samui
Koh Samui is popular with backpackers and luxury holiday makers. It is well known for its stunning palm tree lined white sand beaches. Koh Samui is one of the larger islands in Thailand with a lively night life, stunning beaches, rainforest, luxury resorts, a 12-metre-tall Buddha at the Wat Phra Yai temple and much more.
Chiang Mai
If you really want to enjoy shopping on your holiday, then Chiang Mai is a great place to go. The night market is well worth a visit. The city has lots of cultural and historical interest; with over 30 temples within the walled city. The Rose of the North is surrounded by mountains and countryside, so is great for exploring.
Koh Chang
Koh Chang (also known as Elephant Island) is a popular island with plenty of beaches to spend the day on. When you take time out from the beaches you can see the elephants up close and personal, and even swim with them. Koh Chang is also great for hiking around the jungles, exploring the coast snorkelling, and diving.
Krabi
The Krabi province is a popular beach destination that has plenty of white sandy beaches and coral reefs. Krabi also has numerous limestone karsts which often feature in the stunning photos of Thailand that are seen in the media. The region hosts over 2 million visitors a year.
Hua Hin
Hua Hin is a traditional resort that is popular with locals and foreigners alike and has a 5-mile-long beach. Hua Hin also hosts several world class golf courses: perfect for an afternoon on the range.
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is the northern-most large city in Thailand. One of the most popular attractions here is the White Temple which has handcrafted sculptures and botanical gardens.
Cha-am
Cha-am is located at the southern part of Bangkok. This lively area is a popular place for local people who visit on day trips and has its own long white sandy beach.
Bangkok
Bangkok is one of main attractions of Thailand. Bangkok has amazing temples and shrines to see, great markets and amazing cuisine. The nightlife is vibrant and has a reputation all on its own. What more could you as for; culture, food, wine and partying!
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