Thailand

Thailand is home to a lush tropical climate, abundant natural resources, and a glorious history and culture that togethe... (more)

Thailand is home to a lush tropical climate, abundant natural resources, and a glorious history and culture that together stretch back thousands of years. Readers will find out how this beautiful Asian nation has preserved its culture over the centuries and what it is like to live their today. They will also learn about Thailand's remarkable plant and animal species, explore its most breathtaking landscapes, sample its finest cuisine, and more. (less)

Describes points of interest and itineraries for each region of Thailand, and recommends hotels, restaurants, transporta... (more)

Describes points of interest and itineraries for each region of Thailand, and recommends hotels, restaurants, transportation, shopping, and entertainment. (less)

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Thailand is a famous tourist destination due to its colorful landscape and nice people. Formerly Siam, its happy world a... (more)

Thailand is a famous tourist destination due to its colorful landscape and nice people. Formerly Siam, its happy world awaits tourists: colorful temples, monasteries, giant Buddha statues. Bangkok itself, a giant metropolis, is worth a travel, but there is a lot more this country has to offer: forests of the Northern hills, the tribes living in the Golden Triangle, the elephant farms, the rice fields, the famous bridge on the river Kwai, the world of canals, romantic fishing villages, and more. (less)

Formerly known as Siam, the Kingdom of Thailand is a newly industrialized country and tourism contributes significantly ... (more)

Formerly known as Siam, the Kingdom of Thailand is a newly industrialized country and tourism contributes significantly to its economy. Over 90% of Thai citizens practice Buddhism, its national religion, and it is a country that offers a wide range of festivals. In this episode we visit some of the most well-known, including the Kite Festival, and the New Year Festival, where locals spray each other with water to keep cool in the hot sun. Our Globetrotter expedition continues as we get swept up in the frenetic pace of Bangkok, the country's largest and capital city; then we unwind for a relaxing holiday on the beautiful beaches of Phuket, Thailand's largest island. (less)