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Thailand Travel Information
The Kingdom of Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia.
It has borders with Cambodia,
Laos,
Malaysia,
and Myanmar (Burma),
as well as having coastlines on the Gulf of Andaman and the Gulf of Thailand.
As of 2006,
Thailand had an estimated population of 62,828,706.
The capital and largest city in the country is as of
Bangkok (Thai: Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, or Krung Thep),
which had a population of 5,705,061 as of
2007.
Although Bangkok is by far the largest city in the country, there also
ten other cities with populations of over 100,000.
Thailand is a newly industrialized country, and
between
1985 and
1995
had the world's highest growth rate, averaging nearly 9% per year GDP growth.
However, the Thai currency, the baht, came under pressure in
1997
(eventually triggering a wider Asian financial crisis),
causing the currency to be substantially devalued and Thai economy to
shrink by more than 10% in that single year.
However the Thai economy did subsequently recover, in part due to
a recovery program called "Thaksinomics"
(named after Thaksin Shinawatra who was Prime Minister from
2001
to
2006).
Thailand Country Details
| Country Name |
Thailand |
| Political Status |
Country |
| Geographic Location |
Southeastern Asia |
| Flag |
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| Principal Language |
Thai |
| Capital |
Bangkok |
| Major Towns/Cities |
Bangkok (Capital)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai
Hat Yai
Khon Kaen
Lampang
Nakhon Pathom
Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Sawan
Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Nonthaburi
Pak Kret
Pattaya
Phitsanulok
Phuket
Rayong
Samut Prakan
Samut Sakhon
Songkhla
Surat Thani
Trang
Ubon Ratchathani
Udon Thani
Yala |
Web Sites about Thailand
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Books about Thailand
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By Lonely Planet, Tim Bewer, Austin Bush, Bruce Evans & Isabella Noble
Lonely Planet
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#1 best-selling guide to Thailand* Lonely Planet Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through wild orchids in Mae Hong Son, charter a longtail boat on the Andaman Coast or look for tigers and monkeys in national parks; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Thailand and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Thailand Travel Guide: - Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - current affairs, history, politics, arts, architecture, environment, food & drink, responsible travel
- Free, convenient pull-out Bangkok map (included in print version), plus over 100 maps
- Covers Bangkok, Central Thailand, Ko Chang, Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, Hua Hin, Southern Gulf, Ko Samui, Lower Gulf, Phuket, Andaman Coast and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Thailand , our most comprehensive guide to Thailand, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. - Looking for just the highlights? Check out Discover Thailand, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions.
- Looking for a beach escape? Check out Lonely Planet Thailand's Islands and Beaches.
- Looking for a guide focused on Bangkok or Phuket? Check out Lonely Planet's Bangkok or Phuket guides for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer; or Pocket Bangkok or Pocket Phuket, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for quick city visits.
- Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Southeast Asia on a shoestring, a comprehensive guide to stretching money for an extended trip across the region.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. *Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA |
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By DK Travel
DK Eyewitness Travel
Released: 2016-10-18
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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand will lead you straight to the best attractions this country has to offer. Whether you're traveling to major destinations such as Bangkok and Phuket or want to experience diving in Ko Tao, elephant riding in Chiang Mai, or the monuments in Wat Si Chum, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand explores the culture, history, and architecture of this beautiful and diverse nation. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand. • Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance.
• Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights.
• Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums.
• Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area.
• Area maps marked with sights.
• Detailed city maps include a street finder index for easy navigation.
• Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights.
• Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations.
With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand truly shows you what others only tell you. Series Overview: For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent editorial advice, recommendations, and reviews. With guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe available in print and digital formats, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides show travelers how they can discover more. DK Eyewitness Travel Guides: the most maps, photographs, and illustrations of any guide. |
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By Fodor's Travel Guides
Fodors Travel Pubns
Released: 2016-05-03
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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.
Sandy beaches, grand Buddhist temples, spicy cuisine, world-class spas, and a rich language--Thailand is unique among Southeast Asian nations and a not-to-be-missed destination. Thais have a deep cultural history and contrasts abound in the country, both geographically and socially. In a land the size of France, beach resorts run the gamut from popular-with-partiers Pattaya to fashionable Hua Hin. Idyllic island hideaways of virgin beaches sheltered by palm groves and lapped by gentle waters contrast with Bangkok, the busy capital.
This travel guide includes:
· Dozens of full-color maps
· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks
· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path
· In-depth breakout features on The Grand Palace, Bangkok Street Food, and beaches
· Major sights such as Ancient Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, The Grand Palace, The Ruins of Ayutthaya, Khao Sok National Park, Koh Samui, Ao Phang Nga, and Wat Po
· Coverage of Bangkok, The Gulf Coast Beaches, Phuket and the Andaman Coast, Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar |
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By Alexa West
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Bangkok | Chiang Mai |Krabi & Railay | Koh Phi Phi | Koh Samui | Koh Phangan| Koh Tao Updated September 2018!! Ditch the generic travel guides that are impersonal AF and feel like they were written for your nerdy cousin who wears socks with sandals. A true Thailand vacation should be equal amounts Thai culture, street food, and tan lines. And that’s exactly what this guide is! The Solo Girl's Travel Guide shows you... What to Pack The Best Islands, Beaches, and Hotels for your Budget Local Places to Eat, Shop, and Explore along the way Sights & Temples you MUST See (and which sights are a waste of time) Hidden Bars where you can make friends with Locals & Expats How to Take Public Transportation around the City And the nerve-racking stuff like how to get to your hotel from the airport without getting scammed Plan the perfect itinerary for 1 week, 10 days, 3 weeks - without breaking your budget. What this Guide is not… An overwhelming deep-dive into Thailand’s history A 5-hour read with historical dates and ancient facts A book written by some man who doesn’t even live here… Speaking of men, since the success of The Solo Girl’s Travel Guide, I’ve had many dudes ask me, “Yeah, but why a girl’s guide?” Um, because we have boobs. And for some reason, that’s enough for the world to treat us like toys. We constantly have to ask ourselves questions like…. Are there drugs in my drink? Is that dark alley filled with serial killers? Am I going to be kidnapped and sold to the highest bidder? The answer is usually no, but for us girls, “usually” doesn’t cut it. In order to be wild and carefree, we’ve got to feel 100% safe. And I’ve never found a travel guide to take my safety into consideration…so, here we are. You don’t need a boyfriend, a travel partner or anyone’s approval to travel the world. And you don’t need a massive bank account or an entire summer off work. All you need is some courage in your bones and a good book in your hands. If you’ve doubted yourself for one moment, remember this: Millions of girls travel across the globe all by themselves every damn day and you can, too. You are just as capable, just as smart, and just as brave as the rest of us. You don’t need permission- this is your life.Listen to your gut, follow your heart, and just book that ticket already! Oh, and once you’ve bought this book…we’re officially friends. I’m here if you need me, just write me on Instagram - you'll find my handle inside. Ps. Phuket is sleazy - don't even bother. I don't include it for a reason. |
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By Lonely Planet, Tim Bewer, Austin Bush & Richard Waters
Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Tempt your tastebuds with pho noodle soup in Vietnam, sail past the limestone peaks of Halong Bay, or experience the transcendent tranquility of temples like Angkor Wat; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand Travel Guide: - Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - customs, history, art, music, dance, landscapes, environment, cuisine
- Over 70 maps
- Covers Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand , our most comprehensive guide to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. The world awaits! Lonely Planet guides have won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' -- Fairfax Media 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times |
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By Insight Guides
Insight Guides
Released: 2018-04-01
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nsight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey.
An in-depth book, now with free app and eBook.
Thailand's fabled beaches and islands continue to lure travellers of all types, from honeymooners and families to hedonistic backpackers. Visitors can experience a true Asian metropolis with a stopover in Bangkok before exploring their chosen beaches or islands, all of which have distinct personalities and offer a range of activities from snorkelling and diving to exploring local culture at temples and markets. This brand new edition of Insight Guide Thailand's Beaches and Islands will guide you to the best destination, whatever your interests.
· Over 240 pages of insider knowledge from local experts
· In-depth on history and culture, from Buddhist beliefs and temples to Southern Thai cuisine
· Enjoy special features on local festivals and Thailand's underwater landscape
· Includes innovative extras that are unique in the market - all Insight Guides to countries and regions come with a free eBook and app that's regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings
· Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning
· Inspirational colour photography throughout
· Inventive design makes for an engaging reading experience
About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. |
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By National Geographic Maps - Adventure
National Geographic Maps
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- Hundreds of points-of-interest and thousands of place names.
- Index for easily locating them.
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• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapNational Geographic's Thailand Adventure Map is designed to meet the needs of adventure travelers with its detailed, accurate information and user-friendly design. Hundreds of points of interest that highlight the diverse, unique, and exotic destinations within the country such as national parks and reserves, World Heritage sites, archeological sites, and monuments are noted. The map includes the locations of cities and towns with a user-friendly index, plus a clearly marked road network complete with designations for highways, roads, tracks and trails for those seeking to explore more remote regions. The front side of the print map shows the northern half of the country and extends south to the capital city of Bangkok. Border crossings are noted, as are many sites of interest in the neighboring countries of Laos, Myanmar (Burma), and Cambodia. The reverse side features the southern provinces located on the Malay Peninsula. A constitutional monarchy formerly known as Siam, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian nation to have not been colonized by European powers. Known for its lush island resorts, Buddhist temples, and the vibrant capital of Bangkok, the country offers much more for adventurers willing to explore its diverse ecological regions. Swim with whale sharks, rock climb limestone cliffs, ride an elephant through the jungle, visit the hill-tribes of the north, or just enjoy the hospitality and cuisine of a country known as the "land of smiles." Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel. - Map Scale = 1:1,325,000
- Sheet Size = 37.75" x 25.5"
- Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
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