Thailand's topography is immensely and distinctively
varied from region to region, from the forested mountains
and lush valleys of the north, fertile agricultural areas
of the Central Plains, to the beautiful beaches and islands
of the south. Thailand's natural blessings also include
an amazing array of fauna and flora, tropical fruits, hardwood,
bamboo trees, flowers and much more.
A lot of travelers to Thailand have itineraries
that combine several activities in one journey. The convenience
of air travel and an effective transportation network makes
everything possible in a single trip to Thailand. Whether
you are traveling alone, with friends, family, or as a couple,
Thailand has natural attractions to suit every taste. Mountains,
jungles, whitewater rapids, beaches, coral reefs, historical
parks-Thailand has it all.
If you like, you can join an organized tour
group to visit the isolated hamlets of the northern hill
tribes. Or you can experience the thrill of a raft excursion
down one of the many fast-flowing northern rivers, coupled
with elephant rides through the dense mountain jungles.
Or is it Thailand's amazing tropical beaches
and islands that you're interested in? The south of the
country has some of the finest beaches in the world. The
large islands of Phuket and Samui offer tasteful resorts
in unspoilt environments, popular among European families.
Nearby Phangan Island attracts the younger generation of
international globetrotters, with its cheap beach bungalows
and excellent snorkeling. Further north in the Gulf of Thailand,
Ko Tao has some of the best diving sites in the area.
Even better diving can be found off the
Andaman coasts. The protected coral reefs of the Similan,
Surin and Tarutao Marine Park archipelagos offer staggering
undersea beauty.
Over the past two decades, a sophisticated
travel industry has evolved to meet the international trend
for eco-based tourism. Fortunately, Thailand's wealth of
natural attractions enables it to respond to the diverse
needs of travelers. Backed by the spontaneous hospitality
of the Thai people and great cuisine, your vacation to this
amazing wonderland will be one of the most memorable experiences
of a lifetime.
