Thailand draws more visitors and tourists than any other country in south-east Asia with its irresistible combination of breathtaking and virgin natural beauty, inspiring and mesmerizing ancient temples, great hospitality and friendly people, world famous Thai cuisine and the historical ruins of ancient kingdoms. The place is an ideal choice for tourists who want a complete holiday package and a life time to remember.

Fast Facts
Thai is the official language of the country though English is also understood and spoken with local accent at most places. 95% of the population is Buddhists and 4% Muslim. The local currency is Baht. US$ are mostly accepted in all the major shops and attractions. People are extremely friendly and cooperative yet it is a good idea to respect their customs and cultural traditions.

Places to visit
From the lush green mountains of Mae Hong Son and the exquisite and verdant limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, to the famous night life and dance clubs of Bangkok to the peaceful and tranquil villages located along the Mekong River, Thailand offers a unique blend of modern and ancient cultures and extreme variations. It also offers something for every type of international tourists and visitor. Thailand’s natural wonders offer you an opportunity to spend your time in trekking, kayaking, enjoying the beauty of its national parks, browsing its islands, checking out the temple architecture, traditional crafts and ancient cities in between. Akko art gallery houses the contemporary paintings and original works of art by Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Burmese artists. Bangkok Dolls museum houses the Exquisite handmade Thai silk dolls to represent traditional Thai culture, history and literature from famous Thai folk tales or the classical Hindu epic the Ramayana. Phuket Island is Asia’s most popular holiday resort and tourists delight. The island boasts of the finest resort hotels, beautiful and crystal clear beaches, leisure sports like diving, fishing, elephant riding and sailing around the local islands

How to get in
Don Muang is the Bangkok’s major airport terminal and flights connect the city with major cities of the world. Flights in and out of Thailand are often overbooked so it’s imperative that you reconfirm ongoing flights as soon as you arrive. Overland travel from Malaysia is popular and there are four border crossings between Thailand and Malaysia.

When to visit
The best season to visit Thailand is between November and February when the climate is mild. The place is abuzz with tourists during the X’mas and new- year celebrations and is a treat to be here enjoying the festivities and livewire environment during that time. Be prepared to spend a premium for all the facilities during that time.

Nightlife
Thailand tourism is extremely popular for its vibrant nightlife For entertainment, Patong Beach, Kata and Karon offer bars, restaurants with exquisite seafood, and interesting atmosphere. Lively DJs have given Thailand’s night life a renewed vibrancy. Tourists will find a variety of night-clubs, pubs, discotheques, concerts and live performances to choose from.