Thailand - The Land of Smiles and Cheap Travel
Thailand is known as the land of smiles, which is amazing
considering the traffic jams in Bangkok. For budget travelers,
Thailand simply can't beat on price alone.
Thailand
Thailand is an odd mix of contrasts. It can be extremely
stressful while trying to get around in Bangkok and gloriously
relaxing while laying on practically any of the beaches that
populate the coast of the country. Regardless of the situation,
the Thais have a habit and custom or smiling regardless of what
you ask or how you ask it.
Beaches
The beaches of Thailand need no introduction. Used as the
setting for hundreds of movies, they come in a variety of
styles. The beaches of Phuket and Phi Phi fall along the lines
of traditional beach resort areas like you might find in a place
such as Cancun, Mexico or Tamarindo, Costa Rica. On the other
end of the scale, you can find more rustic beach areas in places
like the island of Ko Chang where you'll have a few beach
bungalows, a couple of bars and one or two stores. If you're
looking for a little of both styles, just ask around.
Da North
Infatuated with the beach life, many people fail to head up
country when in Thailand. This is a mistake as the north is the
host to such locations as the city of Chang Mai, the Summer
Palace of the King of Thailand and interesting little villages.
For the outdoor enthusiasts, rafting, hiking and mountain biking
are very popular and widely available.
Prices
If you're on a budget, Thailand is a perfect travel destination.
For some reason, flights to Thailand are particularly cheap with
my recent flight on Korean Airlines running roughly $650 round
trip. Once in country, your money will go a long, long way.
I think a note of caution is need at this point. Please beware.
If you decide to take a trip to Thailand, you won't want to come
back to your native country. You will, however, definitely come
back to Thailand!