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Most people visit Paradise Beach not only for the sand, water and sun, but even more so for the music, parties and fun. Here, you find full moon parties, half moon parties, foam parties and parties for whatever reason the "owners" of the beach can think of.
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You may need a power converter for your holiday in Thailand. Learn more about the power sockets and plugs and the voltage they use in Thailand.
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You must fill out an arrival card in order to get past immigration. You will get the arrival card on the plane, bringing a pen will make it a lot easier to fill out the arrival card.
Looking for crystal clear water and golden beaches? You will find them in Thailand. Not the least in Phuket, Thailand's largest island and the most popular tourist spot in Thailand. In Phuket, you will find more than 40 beaches; small beaches, large beaches, popular beaches, deserted beaches, and picturesque beaches with natural ornaments to please your eyes.
It is not a problem to bring common medications to Thailand. However, if you use strong painkillers, drugs containing narcotics, or drugs that affect the central nervous system, you will probably need a certificate from your doctor.
The prescription rules are not as strict in Thailand as in many other countries. Even if you need a prescription for the drug in your country, you may be able to buy the drug over the counter in Thailand. Read more about buying medications in Thailand.
Some hotels demand a 'joiner fee' also knows as a 'guest fee'; you have to pay extra if you bring a guest to your room. Typically, it is the family-friendly hotels and hotels on the expensive side that demand a joiner fee. Read more about the joiner fee and how to avoid paying extra for bringing a guest to your hotel.
Getting a tattoo can be a lot cheaper in Thailand than in most other countries. But before you get a tattoo in Thailand, there are some things you need to be aware of.
It is cheap and easy to get around in Thailand using domestic flights. Read about the various airlines flying domestically in Thailand.
In Thailand, you can find ladyboys who is prettier than most girls are. Read about ladyboys and the transformation from boy to girl.
Thai people do not shake hands when saying hello, they use a wai. Read how to use a wai and why you only have to wai if you are Thai.
In virtually all restrooms in Thailand, you will find a small hose with a showerhead next to the toilet. It is a butt shower, also known as a bum gun. Thai people use it instead of toilet paper, and you should definitely try it too.
If a Thai has sex with you on your vacation, she expects payment – even if your name is Justin Bieber or George Clooney. If you want to have a sex with a "good" girl, you will have to court her for a longer time than your holiday lasts.
If you go to Thailand to partake in the local, nightly amusements, it is important that you always dress up, that is, use a condom. If you do not protect yourself, you may very well contract a sexually transmitted decease.
Banana Beach is a very beautiful beach. At both ends of the beach, there are rocks; and in the middle of the beach, there is a small dollop of rocks too. On the landside, trees and shrubs surround the entire beach, which shields the beach from the rest of the world.
Behind the middle part of the 8 kilometres (5 miles) long Bang Tao Beach in Phuket, you will find an area known as Laguna. Here a number of five-star resorts are situated. At the southern end of the beach, you will find a very wide beach and some more affordable hotels.
You will probably meet both beggars and children selling flowers on your holiday in Thailand. Read why you should never buy from a child or give them money.
Most prices in Thailand are negotiable. Here are some tips to help you get a lower price when you shop at a market, or when you buy from stalls.
Friendship Beach is not a beach for swimming, nor is it a beach for working up a tan. At high tide, a good part of the beach has all but disappeared. At low tide, the beach can be very wide, at some places more than 100 meters (110 yards) wide.
At many beaches in Thailand, you will find that the sand is a bit coarse and somewhat yellowish rather than fine and white; however, there are exceptions and one of them is Freedom Beach in Phuket. I cannot recall having visited a beach in Phuket with finer and whiter sand than the sand at Freedom Beach. Read more about Freedom Beach.
The sand on Layan Beach is some of the finest you will find in Phuket and the water quality is fine too. Despite that the junta and the governor of Phuket does not like sun loungers at the beaches, it is possible to rent sun loungers several places along Layan Beach, either under the shade of the trees behind the beach or on the beach itself.
In Layan Bay, you will find a beach for dipping your toes not to take a dip. The beach is fine for small children, though, as the water is shallow and there are no waves to speak of.
Laemka Beach is not much of a swimming beach, and the sand is not particularly fine; nonetheless, it is one of the best beaches on Phuket's east coast. It is easy on the eyes with rocks and a view to an island.
Laem Sing Beach is a beautiful beach with cliffs and surrounding forest. The quality of the sand and the water is fine; in addition, the water around the rocks at both ends of the beach is fine for snorkelling.
Kata Noi Beach is a nice beach; snorkelling is possible at the rocks at both ends of the beach. In the monsoon season, the beach is popular with surfers.
Kata is suitable for a family vacation or for travellers who want to have some distance to the "hectic" life in Patong. Nonetheless, it is only a short tuk-tuk drive away from Patong, should you want to go shopping or enjoy the nightlife there.
Karon Beach is one of the best beaches in Phuket. The almost 3.5 km (2,1 miles) long and straight beach of fine white sand is more quiet and peaceful than Patong Beach, yet still have many offerings. The beach slopes gently into the water and is especially at the northern end suitable for small children.
Located just north of Patong, Kamala is suitable if you are a family and if you want easy access to shopping etc. while avoiding the more lively nightlife in Patong. The beach is fine, although a little greyish.
You will find Kalim Beach north of Patong Beach. A couple of hotels lies near the beach; however, if you choose to stay at one of them, you should be prepared to go to Patong Beach if you want to visit a beach. There is not much beach at Kalim Beach. Certainly not anything that resembles the wonderful tropical beaches you will see in travel magazines and brochures.
Pon Beach is pretty, although it has shingles that make the beach less suitable for swimming. However, there should be a great opportunity for snorkelling at a coral reef 100 meters from the shore.
Patong Beach is certainly not the best beach in Phuket; however, it is by far the most developed beach and the most crowded beach in Phuket. Read more about the many offerings at Patong Beach.
Take care of your passport, and be careful what you sign. As a foreigner, the law requires you to bring your passport always when you are in Thailand. Also, you should never sign papers you do not understand, even if the police tell you to sign them.
Nui Beach does not look like the typical tropical beaches you see in glossy magazines and brochures. Instead, Nui Beach is a small, natural, rock-filled beach and the sand is full of pebbles. The beach is for lovers of nature, not for lovers of photos in glossy magazines and brochures.
A smoking ban is in effect on 24 of the most popular beaches in Thailand, including Patong Beach. The smoking ban is an experiment expected later to apply to all Thai beaches.
Nakalay Beach is not really worth a visit. The beach has a lot of shingles and a rocky seabed, especially at low tide. In addition, the pier would ruin the image of a beautiful tropical beach, even if it were a beautiful tropical beach.
Nai Yang Beach is a part of Sirinath National Park in Phuket. At the north end of the beach, you have the option to rent a tent and camp in a small narrow forest next to the beach. Many of the local people go on a picnic here to enjoy their food while sitting under the shade of the trees and enjoying the view of the beach and the sea.
Nai Thon Beach is not exactly crowded with tourists. In the low season, you can usually have the beach all to yourself. Even in the high season, the tourists may be few and far between. The few guests are mainly because there are not many hotels here and because the beach is off the beaten track.
Merlin Beach is an unattractive beach with pebbles. Directly behind the Beach, you find a hotel; however, the guests will probably prefer the pool rather than going to the beach.
Stretching 9 kilometres (5.5 miles), Mai Khao Beach is Phuket's longest beach. The beach is a part of Sirinath National Park; therefore, it is not developed. Behind a part of the beach, you will find a string of 5-star resorts and a water park.
Surin Beach is one of the best beaches in Phuket. You can rent mattresses and parasols, and you can get food and drinks at the restaurants and stalls behind the beach.
Bangkok is a shopaholic's paradise with huge malls that lie side by side in the city's centre. In addition, Bangkok has several large markets with countless stalls and shops. Read about the many malls and markets and how to get to them.
Sai Khaew Beach is a mostly undeveloped beach, rarely visited by tourists. A part of the beach is situated at Phuket's northern side in the channel between the province Phang Nga in the mainland and Phuket with a view to Sarasin Bridge.
Riding an elephant is a popular offer for tourists in Thailand; you will find elephant camps that offer rides at all the tourist destinations in Thailand. However, before you decide on a ride on one of the majestic animals, you should know that an elephant is different from a horse.
The five-star hotel Le Meridien Phuket owns the land in front of Relax Beach, and the hotel does not allow strangers access to the beach during the daytime. If you want to visit the beach, you can rent a long tail boat and arrive by sea, or you can stay at the hotel.
Rayee Beach is divided into two beaches by rocks. Nonetheless, even though you get two beaches here, you will realise that quantity does not trump quality. Rayee Beach is neither suitable for swimming nor for sunbathing.
Rawai Beach is not very suitable for swimming. The seabed is rocky, and the beach hardly slopes into the sea. At low tide, you have to walk quite a bit to get wet ankles. However, the beach is suitable for a picnic, offering you a view over the sea and several islands.
Yanui Beach is a small beach with cliffs, a small rock formation on the beach and a small island, Koh Kaeo Noi, a little off the coast which breaks the flat horizon. You can rent mattresses and buy cold drinks and some food on the beach.
Trisara Beach is a small beach in a beautiful natural setting. Despite the natural beauty of the beach, you can have it all to yourself. Read more about why Trisara Beach often is empty when less attractive beaches are full of people.
If you want to avoid the hustle and bustle of Patong Beach, yet be close to Patong, Tri Trang Beach may be the beach for you. Tri Trang Beach is a quiet beach, although an ugly green fence put a damper on the natural beauty of the beach.
It is important to have good travel insurance when you travel to Thailand. Read why, and what to look for in order to get the right coverage for your holiday in Thailand.
Thailand is a popular destination for cosmetic surgery and other cosmetic procedures. The cosmetic procedures can be very cheap in Thailand while still on par with treatments in your own country; as an extra plus, you can pair the treatments with a holiday amongst palms and beautiful beaches.
On your holiday to the beaches in Thailand, it is necessary to use sunscreen to avoid sunburn and decrease the risk of skin cancer.
Nai Harn Beach is a 700 meters (0.4 mile) long lovely beach with fine sand and excellent swimming conditions in the season between November and April. At Nai Harn Beach, you are not disturbed by noisy motorized beach toys such as jet skis and speedboats.
Ao Sane Beach is three small beaches separated by rocks near the southern tip of Phuket. The beaches are not good for a swim; however, they are suitable for snorkelling.
Like most beaches on the east coast of Phuket, Khao Khad Beach is not very sexy at low tide because of the lack of water and a rocky sea-bed. At high tide, the beach is prettier, and you can better enjoy the view of sailboats in Chalong Bay.
Ao Yon Beach in the south of Phuket offers you two beaches separated by a rocky headland and a small stream and a view of sailboats in the bay.
Cape Panwa Hotel Beach is named after the excellent five-star Cape Panwa Hotel located behind the beach. The beach is on the east side of Phuket; it is a nice beach if you stay at the hotel and if you are content going for a swim only at high tide.
Ao Kham Beach is in the Ao Kham Bay on the south-east side of Phuket. Like most of the beaches on the east side, it is far from the picturesque beaches you see on photos in tourist brochures of tropical beaches.
Located north of Chiang Mai City, Chiang Mai Erotic Garden offers a slightly different design and decorations than most other gardens, as you might be able to guess from the name. Read more about the plants and the sculptures you will find in the garden.
Thais consider your feet dirty, regardless of how much you wash them. Read about what you should avoid doing with your feet when on vacation in Thailand.
Not all streets and roads in Thailand have sidewalks. Sales stalls, pedestrians, cars, motorcycles, and everyone else shares the space. Even if there is a sidewalk, it may not be for walking. Read more about sidewalks with obstacles and some heavenly sidewalks.
Thailand may still be a developing country, but when it comes to years, the Western world is hopelessly behind Thailand. While we are in 2023, as I write this, they are in the year 2566 in Thailand. The Thai calendar is 543 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar.
Until 1767, Ayutthaya was the capital of Siam (Thailand). At one time, it was the world's largest city. Ayutthaya was conquered and deserted some 250 years ago; after almost 200 years of decay, Thailand started a restoration project. Today, the ruins of Ayutthaya is a popular attraction for tourists and Thais alike.
It looks like great fun, riding on the water on a jet ski. Surely, you will want to try; however, it may turn out to be a very expensive experience if you decide to rent a jet ski at a popular tourist beach in Thailand. Read more about the jet ski scam.
If you think it is always hot in Thailand, then you haven't visited Doi Inthanon. Located in the province Chiang Mai, Doi Inthanon is Thailand's highest point, 2,565 meters (8,415 feet) above sea level. Here, bringing outerwear will be a smart move.
Cha-am is not a party town for tourists; here you will find peace and tranquillity - and a beach that is very popular among Thais. When the Thais goes to the beach it is more like a picnic - and they definitely do not go there to get a tan.
Maeklong Market is arguably the weirdest market in the world. The market is located not by the tracks but on the tracks. When a train arrives, the sellers clear the tracks. Read about the market and how to get there.
Many people have sweet dreams about staying in a small cabin on a deserted island with a beautiful tropical beach surrounded by palms, white sand, and clear water. Thailand offers many such islands. Read how reality measures up to the dream.
Having seen photos and movie clips with lightly dressed Thai girls in front of bars or as go-go dancers, you may find it difficult to believe; nonetheless, Thai people are a very chaste in their public behaviour. That goes for a visit to the beach as well. Read more about being topless at the beach in Thailand.
Ban Krut is a relatively new tourist area that has not yet become too touristy. Here, you will find a lovely, unspoilt beach for a perfect holiday. Most of the visitors are Thai; they do not like the sun and the beach; thus, you can have the beach all to yourself.
If you are eco-friendly and recycle at home, you will find that things work somewhat different in Thailand. In this article, you can read about how recycling works in Thailand and what you can do to help the environment on your holiday.
Technically, Heowat Beach is a beach; although, it is neither suitable for a swim nor for lying on the beach to work on a tan. At high tide, the beach looks nice, and you can enjoy the view of the bay and the islands Koh Tapao Yai and Koh Tapao Noi.
If you like to see classical dance, and you want to experience something that is different from the usual ballet performances, then Khon might be something for you. Khon is a classical Thai masked dance.
Smoking is dangerous to your health, and vaping can be a less dangerous solution. Although, not in Thailand. In Thailand, import, possession and sale of e-cigarettes and e-liquids are strictly prohibited; thus bringing your electronic cigarette to Thailand may not be a good idea.
Pattaya Beach and the nearby beaches on the mainland are not exactly worth cheering. Fortunately, you can find much better beaches on Koh Larn, also known as Coral Island, which lays a short boat ride from Pattaya.
Travelling by train is very inexpensive in Thailand. However, you should only take the train if you have plenty of time. Or if you want to experience the Thai culture up close, as swarms of vendors board the train at the stations to hawk food, candy, newspapers and drinks for the travellers.
It is very cheap to travel by bus in Thailand, although it also can be very boring and dangerous. You will find buses in many different shapes and conditions. From the ultra-modern VIP buses with TV and entertainment consoles in the seats to old bangers resembling something that were discarded in the west 30 years ago. Read about travelling by bus in Thailand.
At all the tourist spots in Thailand, you can get a relaxing massage for a very little amount. You can choose from many different types of massages, for example, foot massage, oil massage, muscle massage, and Thai massage (nuad Thai).
It can be exhausting to go sightseeing on foot in the heat in Thailand; however, if you choose to grab a taxi or a tuk-tuk, you may not enjoy the sights as much. Luckily, in some places, you have another option; you can go sightseeing in a pedal-powered rickshaw, also known as a samlor.
See what happens when bottled up Thai monks hit the bottle to build a temple. In the Sisaket province, you will find Wat Lan Kuad, which in English means Temple of a million bottles.
The king of Thailand is considered an almost divine being by the Thai people; you will see the king's portrait in public places all over Thailand, on the wall in public offices, and in many private homes. Read about the kings of Thailand, a ruling record, and a strict lèse majesté law.
Be aware of public holidays if you need to interact with officials in Thailand, like if you want to extend your stay at immigration.
Hua Hin is a popular resort town for Thais and foreigners alike. In addition, many foreigners have settled as expats in Hua Hin in order to enjoy their retirement in a more comfortable temperature than in their home countries.
In recent years, Pattaya has done a lot to attract ordinary tourists; today, you will find many families visiting from Russia and China, as well as from the rest of Asia and the West. Pattaya is the preferred destination for Russians.
The tuk-tuk is dangerous, unpleasant, and expensive. Nonetheless, you may want to take a ride in a tuk-tuk on your holiday in Thailand. Read more about the tuk-tuk.
In the Prachuap Khiri Khan province, not far from the tourist city Hua Hin, you will find a hidden fairy-tale world and a man-made royal pavilion in the Tham Phraya Nakhon cave. If you are in the area, the cave is worth a visit.
In some places in Thailand, they discriminate tourists; admission prices can be much higher for a tourist than for a Thai. Also, you cannot always count on the prices in a menu in a restaurant.
Accidents can happen even though you are on a holiday. In this article, you will find phone numbers and addresses to contact if you need help in Thailand. Keep the numbers and addresses on your person.
Bangkok is notorious for its wild nightlife aimed at tourists looking for sex. There is even written songs about it. Read about the nightlife in Soi Cowboy, Nana Plaza, and Patpong where you can rent a girl or two for the night.
If you are from a country with safety rules and regulations – and where the people abide by those rules and regulations – then Thailand will feel very different. Read about road safety, food safety, power safety, and work safety.
A songthaew is a modified pick-up or truck that is used as a taxi or as a bus in Thailand. The passengers sit in the back on two benches. Read about the songthaew and how to use it in, for instance, Chiang Mai and Pattaya.
In the city Chiang Rai, you will find light at The White Temple and darkness at the village known as The Black House. The Chiang Rai province is in Thailand's northeastern corner, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar (Burma) meet, and where the rivers Ruak and Mekong meet. The area is in the middle of the infamous Golden Triangle.
If you want to visit Chiang Rai in northern Thailand, you should arrive on the river Kok in a long-tail boat from Thaton (in Chiang Mai province). It is a lovely boat trip, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the river and of the jungle and mountains on the way.
If sitting at a bar and enjoying a cold beer is a necessity to handle the heat in Thailand, or if the nightlife at discos and bars is a crucial part of your holiday, then you may need to plan your vacation to avoid certain days. At certain days the sale of alcohol is prohibited in Thailand.
Thailand is known for its sunny weather and its beautiful beaches; however, Thailand also has a rainy season. Read more about the seasons and why the rainy season may not be as bad as it sounds.
How much spending money should you bring for your holiday in Thailand? I have collected a selection of prices for various goods and services in Thailand. You can see the prices in Thai baht and in a currency of your choice.
The Phi Phi Islands are a tropical paradise with stunning scenery in the form of impressive limestone mountains, caves, cliffs and especially stunning beaches with white sand and clear water. Read more about the islands ...
Phuket is Thailand's largest island and the preferred holiday destination for most foreign tourists. Phuket is the perfect holiday destination, whether you want to laze on the beach or you want a more active holiday sightseeing, jungle trekking, ziplining, riding an elephant, and much more.
Bangkok is notorious for its endless traffic jams; however, you do not need to spend time in a taxi that moves with a snail's pace, you can take the Skytrain that hovers above the traffic jams or the Metro that effortless strides ahead underground. Read about the Skytrain and the Metro in Bangkok.
Similan Islands in Thailand offer one of the ten best diving places in the world. If you do not have a diving certificate, you can get one here. It is relatively inexpensive, and with around 28° Celcius (82° F), the water is comfortable to learn to dive.
Pattaya offers a lot of activities for children and adults alike. You will find a zoo, a wildlife park, go-kart tracks, golf courses, an interactive museum, a big water park, zip-lining, a great view, and much much more.
In Pattaya they sport the old saying: No money, no honey; however, you do not need to have much money to get honey in Pattaya. Read about the naughty side of Pattaya, the city that is known as the world's biggest red light district.
Bangkok is also known as Venice of the East because a river and numerous canals flow through the city. You can use the river and the canals for quick transport, avoiding the many traffic jams on the roads, and they are great for sightseeing as well.
The weather in Thailand is perfect for touring on two wheels; in addition, the landscape with jungle and mountains offers you a great view on the trip. Read about the Mae Hong Son loop, the most famous loop for motorcycles (a scooter will do too). The Mae Hong Son loop offers 1,864 curves on a 600 kilometres (375 miles) route.
Smoking is dangerous to your health, and vaping can be a less dangerous solution. Although, not in Thaila
