Thailand Information

Thailand is certainly one of the most beautiful, affordable, exciting and friendliest countries in the world, complete with every modern convenience. Five star hotels cost less than a stateside Holiday Inn, while beach bungalows run for dozens of pounds less than an English B&B. Thailand offers gourmet meals for pennies. The shopping is extraordinary, the jewelry world-class, and transportation intuitively simple. Few places offer such affordable luxury, and fewer still greet tourists with such genuinely open arms. It is utterly impossible not to enjoy yourself in the 'Land of Smiles.'

Arrival In Thailand

Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main gate for air traffic into Thailand and covers an area of some; 8,000 acres. This new international airport is located east of Bangkok on Bangna-Trat Highway and is about 25 km. from downtown Bangkok. Suvarnabhumimeans Golden Land and denotes a fertile land where inhabitants live peacefully as well as a business hub from which the economy thrives. read more on arrival in Thailand...

How To Advoid Jetlag

A Thailand family vacation means you will traveling across several time zones to reach your destination in Bangkok, Chiang Mai or Phuket. Your time with family is important. Make the most of your family time by preparing to avoid the affects of jet lag during your holiday. Tips on how to advoid jetlag...

Climate of Thailand

The climate of Thailand is tropical, high both in temperature and humidity, and dominated by monsoons. March and April are the hottest months of the year, when even Thai people and seasoned tourists tend to complain about the heat. Sometime in May the South West Monsoon begins and brings with it the rainy season, which continues intermittently until the end of October.

From November to the end of February the climate is much less trying with a cooling North East breeze and a reduction in the humidity level. This is also the main tourist season, and the best time to visit Thailand. More on the climate of Thailand...

Study Thai Language

Though it's not really necessary to get by, you will undoubtedly have an easier and more enjoyable experience in Thailand from any time you spend learning the Thai language. Most Thais don't expect a foreigner to be able to speak any of their language, and are often visibly surprised if you can string a few sentences together. It's also encouraging how many people will tell you that you speak Thai well, no matter how limited your command of the language really is. Even with only a fairly small vocabulary, you will find it a lot easier to get discounted prices at shops and markets and to make friends with the locals.  More ways to study thai language...

Thai Visas, etc.

Visas are not an issue for the majority of tourists to Thailand. Travelers from many countries receive permission to stay in Thailand for 30 days for tourism. You may not need a Thai tourist visa for your Thailand family vacation.

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