Thailand
Buddhist shrines: Thai temple with sitting Buddhas
Thailand is the land of smiles, offering timeless serenity inextricably interwoven with Thai Buddhist heritage.
The Thai mainland offers varied delights, from the remote island-like paradise of Krabi in the south to the former capital Chiang-Mai in the north. The present
day capital, Bangkok, has busy bustling streets and the vitality of the canal networks of klongs with their floating markets. South from Bangkok is Phuket, a fast developing island of tropical plantations and mountain rainforest. Like Phuket, the stunning island of Koh Samui is increasingly popular but still a mercifully unspoiled retreat.
Flights & Facts:
Fly to: Bangkok (British Airways/Thai Airways daily)
Flying time: 11hours 30 minutes , non-stop
Time difference: GMT + 7 hours
Visas: Not required for UK passport holders
Health requirements: Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Best time to travel: Nov- Apr
Weather:
The best time to travel is the months of November to April where the weather is at its best with little rain and not too hot making enjoyable sightseeing.
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