Thailand

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Thailand is known as the land of smiles, which isstores. If you’re looking for a little of both
amazing considering the traffic jams in Bangkok.styles, just ask around.
For budget travelers, Thailand simply can’tDa North
beat on price alone.Infatuated with the beach life, many people fail to
Thailandhead up country when in Thailand. This is a
Thailand is an odd mix of contrasts. It can bemistake as the north is the host to such locations
extremely stressful while trying to get around inas the city of Chang Mai, the Summer Palace of
Bangkok and gloriously relaxing while laying onthe King of Thailand and interesting little villages.
practically any of the beaches that populate theFor the outdoor enthusiasts, rafting, hiking and
coast of the country. Regardless of the situation,mountain biking are very popular and widely
the Thais have a habit and custom or smilingavailable.
regardless of what you ask or how you ask it.Prices
BeachesIf you’re on a budget, Thailand is a
The beaches of Thailand need no introduction.perfect travel destination. For some reason, flights
Used as the setting for hundreds of movies, theyto Thailand are particularly cheap with my recent
come in a variety of styles. The beaches offlight on Korean Airlines running roughly $650
Phuket and Phi Phi fall along the lines of traditionalround trip. Once in country, your money will go a
beach resort areas like you might find in a placelong, long way.
such as Cancun, Mexico or Tamarindo, Costa Rica.I think a note of caution is need at this point.
On the other end of the scale, you can find morePlease beware. If you decide to take a trip to
rustic beach areas in places like the island of KoThailand, you won’t want to come back
Chang where you’ll have a few beachto your native country.