Thailand is a top travel destination all year round with its many historic landmarks, beautiful islands, lush rainforests and amazing resorts. With summer approaching, here are some places to visit in Thailand during this season.
Kanchanaburi
Situated in the west of Thailand and a few hours’ drive from Bangkok, Kanchanaburi is an excellent tourist destination for nature lovers and history buffs. The number of national parks, waterfalls and caves to visit in Kanchanaburi will leave visitors spoilt for choice. A stay in one of the many amazing floating river resorts or lake resorts up in the mountains would certainly be an unforgettable experience. Kanchanaburi is also home to the World War II historic landmarks – Bridge on the River Kwai (Death Railway) and Hellfire Pass, which are worth a visit to learn about the lessons from the past.
Khao Yai
Only a 3-hour drive from Bangkok, Khao Yai, one of the most picturesque regions in the country, is a very popular vacation spot in Thailand. The idyllic town is dotted with resorts, farms, vineyards, attractions, cafes and restaurants that ensure that there is never a dull moment for the holidaymakers. Nature-loving and adventurous visitors can also go on a hike in Khao Yai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that boasts lush rainforest, diverse wildlife and stunning waterfalls.
Pattaya
Only a 2-hour drive from Bangkok, Pattaya is a well known beach-resort destination on the eastern seaboard of Thailand. There are a number of beaches on the mainland and on the nearby idyllic Koh Lan (Coral Island) that beach lovers can choose from, to relax and sun-bathe. Adrenaline seekers will be spoilt for choice with the many heart-pumping activities available such as flyboarding, kite-surfing, wakeboarding, jet skiing and parasailing. Pattaya is also a great place for scuba diving, with numerous coral and wreck dive sites to offer. On land, there are fun and exhilarating activities like go-karting, ATV rides, and numerous family-friendly attractions for everyone such as the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Waterpark.
With these 3 recommended places to visit this summer, we hope you have been inspired to visit Thailand. For more recommendations on what to do around Thailand, visit https://tourismthailand.sg/ or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.