Thailand Travel Luxury - Asia Master Tours

Whether you like to bake on the beach or crave the pulse of a big, bustling city, Thailand has a destination that will fit the bill. Trekkers, nature lovers, royalty watchers, foodies and wellness fans will all find plenty to enjoy. The country has been dealing with political turmoil for several years, but take time to get to know the Thai people, and you’ll see why the country’s nickname is the “Land of Smiles.” Capital city  Bangkok  is packed with 8.5 million people, and it might seem like they’re all driving cars snarled in one huge traffic jam. Opt for the excellent public transportation instead, and you’ll soon be gazing at the dazzling Royal Palace, taking a cooking class or shopping till you drop at one of the world’s largest markets. Legendary beach destinations like Koh Samui and Phuket are an easy hop by plane, or head north to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, where hiking, trekking and more sights await. In this slideshow, we’ll take you all over Thailand , on adventures bo

I spent about a year in total living in Chiang Mai and it’s one of my favorite spots in Thailand. The city is called the “Rose of the North” and it’s the heart of Lanna Thai culture. There are a range of foods present, both traditional Northern Thai food as well as Issan, and cuisine from neighboring Burma. Northern Thailand has many Burmese refugees, and this presence is felt not only in the food, but in the range of development work and volunteering opportunities. There are a heap of day trips possible, and weekend getaways too. If you’re okay with not being near the water, this is a great place to settle for a while—or to come visit at the very least! My cost of living in Thailand post is one of my most popular, so if you’re thinking of making it a base, check it out. I have a much more thorough guide to Chiang Mai here. It includes more photos and details about it all. Also, the Nancy Chandler Chiang Mai map is amazing. So detailed and it gives you an entirely unique way to e

There’s usually no reason to sell someone on a trip to Thailand—it has a strong tourism industry and a reputation as a gateway to Southeast Asia. And the positive reputation is rightfully earned; Thailand has a beautiful, welcoming culture. And let’s not even get started on the tasty food. That’s not to say that it’s not complex too. It’s the country’s contradictions and accessibility that keeps tourists (myself included) coming back. Thai cultural norms are complex, and with a vastly different language than English, there’s a lot under the surface. I lived in Thailand for about a year total, and I spent most of that time in the north. Even in that time, there is so much I missed doing, seeing, and learning. It’s one of my favorite spots in the region precisely because of the developed tourism infrastructure, as well as the huge community of expats. There’s also a lot of NGOs at work; there are volunteer and socially responsible travel options. Many travelers use Thailand as a b