Thailand: Amazing vacation, amazing value

[CrazyExpat]

Sawadee! Welcome to Thailand!

With its cultural and historical heritage, adventure tourism, stunning beaches, turquoise waters, shopping and delicious food, Thailand is truly every traveller’s paradise.

More than 60% of Canadians travelling to Thailand every year are, in fact, repeat visitors. That can be attributed to Thailand’s attractions, the hospitality and generosity of the Thai people, and also because Thailand is recognized as a value destination. There are temptations for seasoned and novice travellers of all budgets.

And the country’s continuing development means there are more places to visit and more discoveries for travellers with each passing year.

Thailand is a land of contrasts with each region offering something unique.

The southern part of the country, for example, has more than 2,500 kilometres of coastline where you can relax amidst the idyllic beauty of some of the world's most pristine beaches or take a dip in warm, tropical waters.

Unbeknownst to many, Thailand offers some of the world’s best diving opportunities in the south’s clear waters and coral reefs. Almost all major resort towns have reputable dive shops affiliated with highly regarded international scuba bodies that offer courses in multiple languages.

Emerge from the water and master one of more than 200 challenging golf courses in the country.

After a round of golf, you might want to rejuvenate your body and soul by experiencing the magical touch of a traditional Thai massage.

For those looking for a vacation that is unique and even unconventional, Thailand offers a world of delights.

In recent years, Thai food has become one of the most popular cuisines in the world. Its combination of fresh herbs and biting spices is a distinct taste sensation that has become immediately recognizable by epicureans of all sorts. Why not deepen your knowledge of Thailand’s four distinct culinary regions by taking a cooking class or a cooking tour at a specialty school in Bangkok, Chiang Mai or another resort town?

The Elephant Conservation Centre in Lampang offers short courses for those who not only want to learn the basics of looking after elephants, but who also want to learn about the serious problems that Thai elephants face, especially in the wake of new sustainable tourism initiatives.

Perhaps some travellers would like to get to know more about life in Thailand, and its people. You could stay overnight in a hill tribe village.

A course in meditation, lessons in the combat martial art of Muay Thai, or volunteering opportunities are all experiences that promise to enhance any vacation.

No matter what kind of vacation you choose, Thailand is easily accessible from Canada, and travel around the country is convenient with very frequent and efficient air, rail and bus connections at affordable rates.

Go see why Canadians keep returning to Thailand. It’s just simply amazing.

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[Wino]

Go see why Canadians keep returning to Thailand. It’s just simply amazing.

Not only Canadians but many nationalities fall in love with Thailand after a visit or two. I love amazing Thailand and find it really "the land of smiles."