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Thailand

Golden temples, warm smiles, clear seas.

Thailand is Southeast Asia’s travel gateway: the region’s strongest air links, hotels at every level from budget to ultra-luxury, gilded temples and some of the world’s finest islands.

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Best time to visit November – March

Time zone GMT +7

Currency THB (฿)

Visa 60-day visa exemption

Flight time 1.5 – 12 hrs from major hubs

AI summary

Thailand pairs ancient temples and globally famous street food with world-class beaches, all supported by mature tourism infrastructure. Bangkok is the hub, Chiang Mai the northern cultural base, and Phuket and Krabi carry year-round beach travel.

Thailand at a glance

Population 71.7 million people

Area 513,120 km²

Capital Bangkok

Currency THB (฿) Thai Baht

Language Thai

Climate Tropical monsoon

Visa Visa exemption for 90+ countries

Driving side Left

Power socket Type A, B, C 220V – 50Hz

Thailand destination location

6 mapped locations

Bangkok A restless capital of royal palaces, floating markets and street food.

Chiang Mai The northern capital, with 300-plus temples and the Lanna highlands.

Phuket Thailand’s largest island: international resorts and Andaman beaches.

Krabi Sheer limestone cliffs, Railay and the Phi Phi islands.

Ayutthaya The old Siamese capital, a UNESCO site 80 km from Bangkok.

Koh Samui A Gulf-side coconut island of resorts and calm beaches.

Best time to visit Thailand

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec

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Weather overview

Average temperature 26°C – 35°C Annual average

Rainfall 1,500 mm Annual average

Humidity 70% – 85% Average

Sea temperature 27°C – 30°C Coastal destinations

Travel styles in Thailand

Luxury World-class resorts Family For all ages Beach Andaman & Gulf Golf International courses MICE Bangkok conventions Culinary Thai cuisine Wellness Spa & retreats Culture Temples & Lanna Shopping Markets & malls

Signature experiences

Culture Temples & palaces

Islands Andaman islands

Food Street food

Wellness Thai massage & spa

Diving Similan diving

Shopping Chatuchak & night markets

Nature Northern national parks

Nightlife Bangkok after dark

Sample itineraries

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4 days Bangkok Essentials Bangkok – Ayutthaya From USD 380/pax 5 days Bangkok & Pattaya Bangkok – Pattaya – Bangkok From USD 590/pax 7 days Classic Thailand Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Phuket From USD 890/pax 9 days Thailand in Full Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Krabi – Phuket From USD 1,450/pax

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Thailand?

Nationals of more than 90 countries enter visa-free for up to 60 days for tourism. Your passport must be valid for at least six months.

When should I visit Thailand?

November to March is the cool dry season and suits Bangkok, the north and the Andaman coast alike. April is very hot but brings the Songkran festival.

How do Thailand’s two coasts differ?

The Andaman side (Phuket, Krabi) is best November to April; the Gulf side (Koh Samui) is best February to September. Between them, Thailand offers good beach weather almost year-round.

Is getting around Thailand easy?

Very. Domestic flights are frequent and inexpensive, and trains and coaches are good. We usually combine domestic flights for long legs with private vehicles for short ones.

What should I know about temple etiquette?

Cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes before entering, and never point your feet towards a Buddha image. We brief guests in advance and carry cover-ups when needed.