Places To See: Thailand

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Ultimate Experience: if you want to get your PADI qualification there are few better places than Thailand. Not only is the diving is superb, it’s far cheaper than the UK or Australia. 

Great Journey: Take the Oriental Express from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and experience the refined opulence of a bygone era. 

Where to go for Adventure: for something a little different, head to the forests and mountains around Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai in northern Thailand for some great trekking and rafting. 

Water Paradise: The Andaman coast around Phi Phi is a wonderland of great snorkelling and diving, with dramatic limestone karsts rising from the aquamarine waters. 

Shopping: you’ll find busy markets everywhere but one of the best is Bangkok’s Chatuchak Weekend Market. 

Dates for the Diary: Thailand has countless events throughout the year. Highlights are the King’s Birthday (5 December) when the whole country joins in with a simultaneous singing of ‘Praise the King’ and Songkran, the Thai New Year, (13- 15 April) which sees everyone take to the streets to soak each other with water. 

Best for the Kids: Dusit Zoo in Bangkok is one of the best zoos in South East Asia. For kids, it will be a welcome respite from the Thai capital’s innumerable sights. 

Best for Couples: Thailand has some incredible hotels in stunning settings. Find an island hideaway and escape the world with that special someone. 

Splash Out: it’s actually quite hard to splash out in Thailand. The costs are so low that even the finest five star hotels are inexpensive. 

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