Breakaway Destination Guides (International)

Exotic Thailand - A wealth of attractions from bustling Bangkok to the rolling hills and mystique of Chiang Mai and the Golden Triangle, to the hubbub of Pattaya and the tranquil beaches of Phuket, Krabi and Koh Samui. Thailand has it all - Asia in miniature.

Thailand is the geographical heart of South-East Asia. An interesting blend of Thai, Lao, and Khmer influences characterize the culture of the Korat. Central Thailand, which consists of the fertile plains surrounding the Chao Phraya River, is the country's most populous region and its rice basket. Thailand's alluring and congested capital city of Bangkok is located along the banks of the Chao Phraya, near the river's outlet into the Bight of Bangkok and the Gulf of Thailand. The southern region of Thailand, which stretches for hundreds of miles along the Malay peninsula, abounds with stunning beaches and scores of tropical islands.

Phuket - Recovering after the 2004 tsunami, Thailand's most visited island is packed with attractions.

Phuket Travel Secrets, Thailand - Everything you need to know about travelling in Phuket, from a travellers perspective, not a travel agent. Are you looking for some Phuket Travel Secrets and some great travel tips, or maybe both?

Chiang Mai - This famous walled city was once capital of the Lanna Kingdom and has numerous Wats (religious compounds) dating from this period.

Sukhothai - The cradle of Thai civilization a vast network of intricately carved temples, stupas, Wats and water features.

Bangkok - Contrasting with the city's excitement is Dusit Park a calm oasis of water features manicured lawns, pavilions and museums.

Bridge on the River Kwai - [Khwae Sai Yok] The river is chiefly known from the movie 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' in which Australian, Dutch and British prisoners of war were forced by the Japanese to construct two parallel bridges spanning the river as part of the Burma Railway

Khao Yai - (near Sara Buri) Thailand's first national park encompassing evergreen forests and grassland habitats. It is home to the country's few remaining Tigers.

Pak Ou Caves - (near Louangphabang) Thousands of Buddha statues are sheltered in caves where the Ou and Mekong rivers meet.

Celibrate the Buddhist New Year during Thailand's nationwide Sonhkran festival, especially in Chiang Mai (12-14 April)

Cheer on the Thai kick-boxers at Bangkok's Lumphini Stadium

Scuba dive among an astonishing variety of sea life off Ko Tao Island, west of Ko Samui in the clearest waters possible.

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