There are still pristine and picturesque getaways all over the region. HONG KONG -- Crowds tend to flock to the most popular beach destinations: Patong in Phuket, Kuta in Bali, Bondi in Sydney and so on. And where sunburned tourists go, tacky bars and overpriced restaurants follow. So what options exist for a traveller in …
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Phuket – Local Attractions
Phuket Town is home to about 50,000 of the island's 180,000 population, this lively little settlement is at once a lazy tropical port, a bustling Asian bazaar and an international meeting point. Grand old stucco houses in Sino-Portuguese architectural style hark back to the days of rubber barons, and there are many beautiful temples throughout …
Why is Thailand so Popular?
Thailand is one of Asia's most popular tourist destinations and offers something for everyone. But what makes it so popular? We regularly ask our visitors what they enjoyed most about their stay. Here's a short selection of why they chose Thailand. 1. The people. Friendly, smiling, charming, polite and graceful are the most common descriptions. …
Dos and Don’ts in Thailand
Compared with many popular holiday destinations Thailand is relatively safe. However, while the thai people are generally very tolerant when it comes to the behaviour of tourists it would pay to be aware of things that may cause offense or even unwittingly land you in jail. The following list contains just a few pointers that …
Places of Attraction in Thailand
Sourced from: http://www.travexnet.com/sites/ Ancient City, Bangkok The ancient city is 33.5 kilometers southeast of Bangkok, in the neighbouring province of Samut Prakhan. The theme park boasts impressive scale replicas of Thai ancient monuments, combining a Thai folk art and culture center. Bang Pa-In Summer Palace in Ayutthaya Bang Pa-In is a historic summer palace in which …