Thailand Holiday

Kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of Southeast Asia, making it a natural gateway to Indochina.Thailand covers a rich diversity of cultures and traditions. With its proud history, tropical climate and hospitality.The Kingdom is an ever lasting source of fascination and pleasure for international visitors.

Some facts about the Kingdom of Thailand with a comparison against some Norwegian conditions: *

 Country Name: Thailand (Prathet Thai) "land of the free"

Climate: Tropical, rainy, warm, cloudy southwest monsoon with

Area: 514,000 square kilometers (Norway 385186)

Borders: 4863 km from hendholdsvis Burma, Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia

Natural resources: tin, rubber, gas, palm oil, tungsten, tantalum, timber, lead, gypsum, lignite, fluorite

Height: Highest point of Doi Inthanon 2,576 m

Land use: Arable 34%, forest 26%, yield 6% Others 34%

Natural hazards: Land subsidence and flooding (Bangkok), droughts, tsunamis, no earthquakes or hurricanes

Population: 69.12 million with approximately 12-14 million in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. Norway, with 4.88 million.

Population growth: 0.6% and Norway with 1.2%

Child Mortality u / 5 years: 13 per 1000 live births and in Norway ca. 3,2)

Life expectancy: Men 65, women 73 years (In Norway, 78 and 82)

Ethnic groups: Thai 75%, Chinese 14%, other 11%

Religion: Buddhism 95%, Muslim 3.8%

Government type: constitutional monarchy as in Norway

Independence: 1238 (never been colonized)

Head of State: H. M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX of the Chakri Dynasty)

National Flag: The red, white and blue stripes (the nation, Buddhism, the monarchy)

Time: GMT 7 hours (5 and 6 h from Norway)

Electricity: 220 volt socket accepts both flat prongs (U. S.) and sticks (Europe)

Tap Water: Tap water is clean, but to drink it directly should be avoided

Dimensions and Weight: The metric system is used throughout Thailand.

Internet Services: WIFI and broadband in the major tourist destination, as well as 3G in some areas

Newspapers: The Nation, Bangkok Post (English)

Money: Thai Baht (1 NOK ~ 5.4 Bath)

Telephone: IDD code 66

(* Disclaimer to all the data given here.)

 

So, what is it about Thailand that's attracting families from all over the world?

Well, one really wonderful thing about Thailand is that it's very cheap, if you discount the cost of actually flying there, of course. Then there's the fact that it's a wonderful tropical land with palm trees and forests, and there's Thailand's rich culture with its unique architectural style. Some of the Thai temples are really have to be seen to be believed.

But Thailand's culture is more than just its architecture and its temples, of course: there are rich art forms, rich dance forms, rich traditional music. This is a land whose culture will keep you coming back with your family year after year.

Then there's the cuisine with food to suit every palate. And there's the scenery. If you'd like to laze on beaches with your family, or go climbing in some mountains, or even explore the jungles - Thailand can accommodate you in every possible way. The best part of all about Thailand is that it has such an utterly adequate infrastructure for tourists. No matter where you go, there's a good chance that you'll find rooms for you and your family for a very reasonable price. People are friendly, and best of all - the country is safe for tourists and safe for children as well. You know, Thailand has been called the land of smiles, and the amazing thing is that it really does live up to that legend.

Now, Thailand is a place with such rich diversity that it would be just as well if you read up on the country a bit before you actually make your trip. This is because there are so many things to see and so many things to do that it would be best if you could pick and choose a little bit beforehand.

For example, while you may have an interest in Thai temples, you surely don't want to spend your entire trip just visiting temples. Similarly, while lazing out on a beach for a day or two might be nice, that's not all that you and your family would want to do. To make a visit to Thailand unforgettable, what you need to do is to focus on the diversity of Thailand. Use a part of your holiday to enjoy the wonderful tropical weather and environment, those wonderful beaches of golden white send, that crystal clear water, those forests and mountains.

Spend another day exploring the culture (or a few days), or travel across the country in between famous cultural spots, visiting different monuments. But in between all this take a day or two out to actually explore the culinary depth of this country.

Plan carefully, and plan with knowledge, which is even better, and Thailand can be the destination of your dreams.

So what's the best that Thailand has to offer? Well, if you would like to experience the culture of the mountains, then Mae Hong Son is the place to go to. If beaches are what you love, then visit Crabi. Spectacular seascapes are something that Trang has to offer as well. Go to Ayutthaya for a glimpse of ancient Thai culture. Or how about Sukhothai which has some very interesting monuments?

But really the list of places is endless, and even if you come back year after year, you will never get tired of experiencing the immortal culture of this wonderful nation. A Thailand holiday will be an experience that you and the people you love will treasure for a lifetime.

The best part is that Thailand is so completely tourist friendly that accommodations are rarely a problem, and you'll find the level of service incredibly good. If you're searching for a nice place to stay in Thailand, may I suggest the Jomtien and Pattaya area? This is a wonderful place to spend your vacation, with lots of family oriented places of interest and wonderful resorts like the New Nordic.

Here are some interesting links that reveal the glory that is Thailand..