The Islands of Thailand
Thailand welcomes 14 million visitors each year; it is a lovely country, which is growing in popularity as a holiday destination. The mainland is still most tourists’ main destination. However, people are gradually becoming more and more adventurous, so are visiting the islands as well.
There are over 250 islands to choose from. They range from single rocks just above sea level to islands that are big enough to potentially classified as countries in their own right. For example, Phuket covers 209.7 square miles. Whatever someone wants from their holiday they will find it on the islands of Thailand.
Read More5 things you must see when traveling to Thailand
Thailand has become increasingly popular, particularly in the global tourism sector. Often than not, Thailand has been labeled as one of the most intriguing backpacking travel hotspots in the entire globe. Thailand is renowned for low prices in pretty much everything ranging from cheap accommodation to affordable food and clothing. To slay the long story short, Thailand is a fascinating travel hotspot that fits any backpacker’s dream! Thailand houses so many intriguing sights and things to engage in are just countless. Truth be told, it’s impossible to view all these stunning sites just on one travel, but if you plan to visit and explore Thailand, then the following are must see travel hotspots you cannot overlook.
Highlights of Our Stay in Bangkok
Having had the opportunity to call Bangkok our home over the last few months, I thought I would share with readers a little about our experiences. Saying Bangkok is a huge city is an understatement, and due to its size it can initially feel overwhelming with its high rise buildings and hustle and bustle. The city however does have much to offer. If you find yourself in Bangkok, here are a few of the things to do which we have enjoyed.
Read MoreThailand Flights
Thailand receives millions of visitors from all over the world and one of the most visited places is Bangkok. Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and is one of the most economical and commercialized cities in South Asia, second to Singapore. It has been modernized to accommodate the tourists who come to Bangkok for its multi-cultural festivities, warm locals, and tropical ambiance. They enjoy shopping at the local markets, which are plentiful. They offer things like handmade crafts, some of the finest silks, and one-of-a-kind ceramics. Bangkok also has the cheapest airfares in Asia and you can find really reasonable and cheap flights to Bangkok from anywhere in the world.
You can enjoy the wonders Bangkok has to offer like the floating market not to mention their festivals. Many that visit Bangkok enjoy shopping at the local markets for their unique and exclusive items that are handmade, made of the finest silk, and exotic. You can enjoy relaxation in one of their holiday spas, resorts, and hotels that many offer a wide range of recreational activities available for children.
While visiting Bangkok you can also enjoy visiting Koh Samui. Koh Samui is the second most popular island visited by tourist and locals in Thailand. Although it is the third largest island, it gets more notoriety because of its waterfalls, sandy beaches, and clear water lagoons. You can visit this beautiful island by catching a flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui.
Flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui are the most expensive however. You can find other transportation methods that utilize both land and water crafts but the easiest way to get there is by taking a flight to Koh Samui which only takes about an hour. The cheapest fare is around fifteen hundred Baht, which is about $46 US dollars, some airlines charge as much as three thousand Baht or $93 US dollars. There is also an additional charge which is an airport tax for all passengers leaving Koh Samui which is around 700 Baht/$21 USD and the domestic flights charge around 400 Baht/12 USD.
If visiting Koh Samui is something you are wanting to do while visiting Bangkok, you have a cheaper alternative than the flight from Bangkok which is taking a flight from Bangkok to Surrathani, then you have to take a boat onto Koh Samui. This way of getting there will take longer but can be more relaxing as you can enjoy the beautiful scenery.
There are many flight options available from different airlines that can provide a significant savings on flights to Bangkok, flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui, and even on a flight to Koh Samui. You can find deals up to 65 percent off fares by doing an internet search and comparing prices, inclusions, and accommodations. The market is fierce on flights to Bangkok of if you decide on taking a flight to Koh Samui, you don’t have to put off those travel plans any longer so take advantage of the savings today.
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