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Language: Thai
Main religion: Buddhism
UK visa requirements: 30 day tourist visa issued free on entry, 60 day extended tourist visa (€25) can be extended to a maximum of 90 days.
Time difference from GMT: 8 hrs forward
Travel Thailand
The land of smiles, adventure and true happiness awaits you when backpacking Thailand. Yes it is really true what they say: Thailand has the total package. Jaw dropping natural beauty, white beaches, clear blue sea full of tropical fish and corals, fabulous cuisine, great temples and happy people.Thailand Travel Facts
| Capital: Bangkok Currency: Baht |
Main religion: Buddhism
UK visa requirements: 30 day tourist visa issued free on entry, 60 day extended tourist visa (€25) can be extended to a maximum of 90 days.
Time difference from GMT: 8 hrs forward
Temperature range in Bangkok: 26C - 30C
Travel Thailand
Each year Thailand is discovered by countless visitors, attracted to its spotless beaches and turquoise seas, as well as its rich culture, bling malls, stylish shops and decorative markets bursting with bargains. Then of course there are some seriously cool Xtreme Gap programmes!
With its attracting mix of established destinations like Phuket and Hua Hin, and out-of-the-way palm-fringed islands, Thailand appeals to the most varied of visitors, whether or not they are craving barefooted luxury or hippy stylish luxuty flashpacking. Plenty awaits from staying on a converted rice barge, scaling up into a jungle tree house or bedding down in a hill tribe community, Thailand offers a wealth of choice for every taste and budget.
Buddhism is a way of life in Thailand and the Thai's are also powerful advocates of their monarchy.
Actually, His Majesty King Bhumibol is the longest reigning sovereign in the world, since coming to power in 1946. Thailand's movement towards democracy, has been a tough one, often frustrated by the army, who have regularly staged coups in protest at regime policies.
The latest was in Sep 2006 when a bloodless coup overthrew Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and replaced him with an interim PM till elections at the end of 2007.
On your Thailand gap year you will discover is Asia's most accessible and appealing country to travel. From Bangkok to Koh Tao, all destinations within Thailand all for everyone in flip flops or with private chauffeur. You will love it.
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