{"id":2380,"date":"2015-02-17T13:56:55","date_gmt":"2015-02-17T13:56:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.sandwave.dev\/stories\/introduction-thailand-highlights-first-time-visitor\/"},"modified":"2023-06-21T18:00:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T18:00:36","slug":"introduction-thailand-highlights-first-time-visitor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/stories\/introduction-thailand-highlights-first-time-visitor\/","title":{"rendered":"An Introduction to Thailand: Highlights for the First-time Visitor"},"content":{"rendered":"

For many, Thailand is a dream destination. However, as a first-time visitor, it can be hard to know where to begin when the country is\u00a0brimming with travel possibilities. Today’s article will highlight a few destinations around Thailand that will hopefully give you a taste of it all: the city thrills, jungle adventures, and a bit of beach time.<\/p>\n

Bangkok<\/strong><\/p>\n

Every trip to Thailand usually starts out in Bangkok<\/a>. Affectionately nicknamed the Big Mango, the capital is a fun place to get acquainted with Thai culture, get over jet lag, and also do a bit of sightseeing at your own leisure.<\/p>\n

\"Wat-Arun-Bangkok\"<\/p>\n

Bangkok is home to endless sights and attractions and it is impossible to cover all of these over the course of one visit. For a taste of what the city has to offer, I would suggest visiting the Grand Palace, Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn), the floating markets, and\u00a0the Chatuchak Weekend Market, which has over\u00a08,000 stalls and\u00a0is one of the biggest in the world.<\/p>\n

\"Floating<\/p>\n

When it comes to accommodations in Bangkok<\/a>, the most popular areas to stay include: Silom, which is home to many hotels and has connections to two transit systems; Siam, which is ideal for shoppers since it boasts numerous mega-malls; Sukhumvit, which is one of the major arteries in Bangkok; and Khao San Road which caters to backpackers and is notorious for its nightlife.<\/p>\n

Chiang Mai<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Chiang-Mai-Thailand\"<\/p>\n

The next stop is Chiang Mai<\/a>, a city tucked away in the lush jungle of Northern Thailand. Chiang Mai is very easy going and it’s also quite health conscious; expect to see lots of vegetarian restaurants, smoothie stands, and yoga studios. If you haven’t had your fill of temples in Bangkok, you can explore the many wats<\/em> scattered in and around the old city. There’s Wat Chedi Luang, which sits in partial ruins; Wat Sri Suphan, which is plated in silver; and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, which sits atop Doi Suthep mountain and looks down over the city.<\/p>\n

\"Temples-Wat-Chiang-Mai-Thailand\"<\/p>\n

Chiang Mai is also a great place to enjoy the outdoors and experience a bit of adventure. You can go white-water rafting on the Mae Taeng River, zipline through the jungle on the Gibbon’s Zipline Canopy Tour, explore the deep underground of the Furnace Cave on a caving tour, or go on a jungle survival trek. There’s plenty of fun to be had.<\/p>\n

Pai<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Pai,<\/p>\n

If you’re craving a more relaxed environment, I suggest making your way over to Pai. This little hillside town has some serious hippie vibes and the days seem to go by slower than elsewhere.\u00a0If you’re comfortable on a scooter, hire one for a few days and spend your time exploring the hillside. Some points of interest include the Tha Pai Hot Springs, the Pam Bok and Mo Paeng Waterfalls, and Pai Canyon.<\/p>\n

Khao Sok National Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Nature<\/p>\n

Located in the Surat Thani Province, Khao Sok National Park is home to the largest virgin forest in all of southern Thailand. The park encompasses an area of 739 square kilometres, and it’s a place where you can really connect with nature. There are many ways to experience the natural beauty of this park including canoeing, bamboo rafting, and jungle trekking.<\/p>\n

Krabi<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Thai<\/p>\n

When it comes to beaches, it’s difficult to narrow it down to just one, however, Krabi<\/a> offers a nice selection for beach-goers. Krabi has a very scenic coastline made up of limestone karsts, mangroves and hidden coves; this combined with its powdery\u00a0beaches\u00a0that look out over\u00a0the Andaman Sea make it an idyllic destination.<\/p>\n

What destination in Thailand would you most like to visit?<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For many, Thailand is a dream destination. However, as a first-time visitor, it can be hard to know where to begin when the country is\u00a0brimming with travel possibilities. 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