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Thailand is one of Southeast Asia’s most rewarding destinations, blending golden temples, lively cities, tropical islands, and deeply rooted traditions into a trip that can feel both energizing and restorative. Travelers are drawn to its remarkable variety: the buzz of Bangkok’s street markets and rooftop views, the cultural richness of Chiang Mai and the north, and the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of islands such as Phuket, Koh Samui, and Krabi. What makes Thailand especially special is how accessible these experiences are—whether you want luxury resorts, backpacker adventures, wellness retreats, unforgettable food, or meaningful encounters with local culture.
Highlights include sampling world-famous Thai cuisine from street stalls and night markets, visiting ornate Buddhist temples, island-hopping by long-tail boat, snorkeling and diving in warm coastal waters, and exploring mountain villages and elephant sanctuaries in the north. For practical travel, plan for hot and humid weather year-round, dress respectfully when entering temples, carry cash for smaller vendors, and use domestic flights or overnight trains to cover long distances efficiently. The cool, dry season is generally the most comfortable time to travel, and booking accommodation early is wise for peak months and major holiday periods.
The best time to visit Thailand is from November to February, when travel interest is strongest and conditions are generally cooler and drier, making sightseeing, beach trips, and outdoor activities more comfortable. January is the peak month based on the popularity data, with December and November also very popular, while the April to September period tends to be less favored due to hotter weather and the rainy season in many regions.
Monitor lizard and cobra
17.03.2020: Lots of relaxation and a bit of monkey business.
Today we went from the hotel to the long-distance bus station, where we had to wait for about an hour until all the other passengers arrived. For me, every journey is a little...
Golden mountains, fluffy squirrels, and concert night
In the morning, I got up shortly after six to watch the sunrise on Sunrise Beach. Really spectacular light so early in the morning and not nearly as many people as at sunset....
04.02.2020: A relaxed conclusion in North Thailand.
The days yesterday and today were quiet, pleasant, and unspectacular. During the day, we spent time at a massage stand where Angie got her hair braided. It took about 3-4 hours,...
02.02.2020: A waterfall, lots of silver, and a food market.
01/30/2020: Nothing wild today.
27.01.2020: Greeting the neighborhood.
01/21/2020: A beautiful day at the sea.
Southwest coast
Early in the morning we went to Bangkok, so we arrived at our hostel in Bangkok around noon. Upon arrival, we took a Grab Taxi to the Floating Market, as the hostel offered a...
Hey everyone, this week I was assigned to work with the cats. The work there is just as tiring, but I personally prefer it because I simply love cats. It's a lot of work to...
16.05.19 Today we want to go back to our favorite beach, but this time equipped with snorkeling gear. The camp 'Papa' lends us two snorkeling masks from a communal box of the...
I long a bit for the 16 hours of sleep from yesterday, because unfortunately it was only a quarter of that tonight. 7:15 AM: Jonna is still sleeping, so I grab my...
After two smooth flights, including the realization that I still can't sleep sitting down, we arrived in Bangkok today. Quickly exchanged the remaining euros for baht and took...
After the first relaxing days in Chiang Mai, it is finally time for the Thai New Year Festival, Songkran! Officially, the festival lasts for 3 days, but unofficially it starts...
Klong Muang Beach
13.03.2019 I wanted to go to the meditation center in Thailand for the second time. So, I inquired, but never really received a confirmation. So, yesterday I had the lady at the...
We strolled around the huge Chatuchak Market and enjoyed the view from Bangkok's tallest building.
After a successful and beautiful surprise visit to my home country with a short carnival performance, it was time for me to continue: this time, finally to a different...
We booked our onward journey to the neighboring island of Koh Phangan at a small travel agency the day before. Once again, everything went smoothly. The mini-van was waiting for...
We decided to abandon our plan to go back to Phuket due to the rain, and if we had gone to Kho Phi Phi by boat as planned afterwards, the same thing would probably have happened...
I spent most of last week in Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand. In the first two days, which I spent with my group, we visited the old town, several temples, and great markets....
26. - 29.nov '18 We did an incredibly amazing cooking class on a small eco-farm. First, we picked and harvested all our ingredients ourselves, and then we made the dishes...
23.nov - 26.nov '18 We spent a day at the famous Railay Beach, which I think is one of the most beautiful beaches here, but unfortunately it is overcrowded with tourists. I had...
11/10/2018: In the morning, I actually received the promised breakfast, even though I doubted it would be served. If yesterday the check-in went like that. However, as I waited...
The street art of Lop Buri.
Off we go from Sukhothai to Phitsanulok. This city has the next connection to the railway network.