Thailand Holidays

The Land of Smiles

From buzzy cities and beaut beaches to lush jungles, holidays to Thailand have everything you could want from a tropical trip. It’s the combo of chill and adventure that’s been bringing in the backpackers for decades. One day you’re boat-hopping to a secluded island, the next you’re hiking up to a clifftop temple and watching the sunrise after an epic full moon party. You can pick the trip that you really want here – whether that’s the hostel life or a five-star, oceanfront resort, Thailand just gets it.

Thailand's hotspots

If you’re after a buzzing beach scene, head to Phuket – it’s Thailand’s prime island and is full of party vibes alongside stunning Instagram backdrops. Relax on sparkling white sand at Bang Tao and Tri Trang Beach, or party hard at Patong’s Bangla Road. If you’re looking for something a bit quieter, Khao Lak, on Thailand’s southwest coast, is for you. It’s a relaxed spot, but you can keep busy, too. There are sprawling beaches here, a night market and plenty of water-based excursions to sign up to. Elsewhere, Koh Samui is the place to start when you have a hankering for some island hopping, with green jungles, traditional markets and world-class eateries.

Capture the culture

It’s not all moon parties and pad thai in Thailand. There’s plenty of history to soak up. Make sure you stop by the Wat Paknam temple in Bangkok to admire the Big Buddha, or climb the steps into the Dragon Cave Temple in Khao Lak. You’ll also want to visit Thailand’s parks, such as Erawan National Park, which is filled with waterfalls, clear water lakes and Insta-worthy backdrops. Best of all, that’s where you’ll find some free-roaming elephants – Kui Buri is the one of the best elephant sites in the country. You can check out our approved experiences to spy them out on a safari or visit the most animal-friendly sanctuaries.