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Thai Planning holidays Thailand has something for everyone and is the Kingdom of contrasts. Here you can experience the delights of the rich Siamese culture, exotic scenic beauty, native tradition, beautiful beaches living alongside modern citysophistication. From the modern city of Bangkok to the lush mountain jungle of the North you can enjoy top class facilities, ornate temples,local bazzars, ancient temples of Thai royalty to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Thailand as become the new "in place" to visit and boasts chic hotels and excellent shopping facilities. So, whether you are seeking a shopping holiday or a more laid back "i don't want to get up" holiday, Thailand offers it all. All Thai buildings have a spirit house, from the smallest to the largest corporate skyscraper. Here you see clearly where the olden ways mix readily with Thailand's more modern culture. The entire place is abuzz with new experiences for all. The Buddhist way of the Thai people is truly enchanting and they welcome visitors of all nations openly. Smell the incense in the air,listen to the magical chanting of the monks, watch as the Thai people perform their mystical traditional dance. The smiles from the Thai people are wide and genuine and they emit a joyful feeling in their mannerisms. Visit the metropolis of Bangkok and "shop till you drop". Experience the hectic pace of living or visit the seedy side of this city of processions. Bangkok is like New York except louder. It is captivating, fussy, packed with people however it is well worth a visit to experience the immense feeling of "living in a hive of activity". HOTELS: CENTRAL SAMUI VILLAGE -KOH SAMUI - This hotel is rated 4 star and is based in the central Samui Village. THE HYATT REGENCY - is inCHA-AM. This has a 5 star rating and is an experience all on its own AMARI CORAL- Rated 4 stars this hotel in based in Bangkok and pretty central ROYAL CLIFF BEACH HOTEL - Rated 5 stars and is located in Pattaya        The smaller and lesser known resorts and islands include Trang and Ko Chang. Thailand - a holiday  that offers something for everyone.

Map of Thailand                                   Top Ten Tips Thailand is a fascinating country, full of amazing things to do and see. But, if you want to have the best vacation possible, there are things you can do to make sure that happens. I've been living in Thailand for 4 years and have come up with a list of, what I think are the Top 10 things to do to make sure your holiday  is perfect. 1.Get a tourist visa at your local Thai embassy or consulate. Until last year, it was easy  to come to Thailand as a tourist and, by doing visa runs every month (going over the border into Cambodia or Laos then coming right back to Thailand again), you could stay here as long as you wanted.The Thai government have now clamped down on too many visa runs, so it's best to get a 60-day tourist visa at a Thai embassy in your own country. This can then be extended for an additional 30 days at an Immigration office in Thailand, giving you 90 days before you have to leave the country. 2. Learn a little Thai before you get here. Thai is a language that really nobody else speaks except the Thais, and there are only 60 million of them. So if you come to Thailand and can speak some Thai, you will find your experience is even more enjoyable, as the locals love anyone who even attempts to speak their language. "Sawatdee kha" Hello and Goodbye, (or Sawatdee krap, if you're a man), "Kop Khun kha/krap" Thank you, "Tow rai kha/krap?" How much is that? - all will get you a smile and a nod and usually a cheaper price! For those of you who are even more adventurous, sign up for a Thai language class at a local Thai temple in your country before you come, or check out Learning Thai  for more in-depth Thai language lessons online for free! 3.Don't bring much cash with you. Not only is it safer to not carry around huge wads of cash (although I've never had a problem with pickpockets in Thailand), you will also find you'll get a better exchange rate if you pull money through to Thailand from your bank account with your ATM card. All the money changers and the banks charge a fee and give you a lower exchange rate. Most banks in the US and Europe have low fees or no  fees   for withdrawing moneyvia an ATM.