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Why Visit Thailand?

Thailand is one of Asia's most popular tourist destinations and offers something for everyone. But what makes it so popular?
GoThailand.com has been running travel websites here in Thailand for over seven years. They regularly ask visitors what they enjoyed most about their stay:

The people: Friendly, smiling, charming, polite and graceful are the most common descriptions. Thais also have an infectious sense of fun and humour. It really is pleasant to have so many strangers offer a ready smile. It's natural to smile back in return.
The hospitality: It's no accident that many Thai hotels feature in the Top 10 lists of the world's best hotels. Whether it's business, leisure, golf, spas, or beach resorts, you'll see Thai hotels at the top of most lists.
The scenery: Thailand's islands and beaches are amongst the most scenic in the world. The cities retain a surprising amount of scenic attractions including Wats (temples) and Palaces. The National Parks offer a tremendous variety of tropical rainforests, hill-tribe villages, coral reefs, mountains, rivers and lakes.
The food: Thai cuisine is world-renowned and justifiably popular. Whilst the hot spicy curries and soups are trademark dishes, the fresh seafood, crisp salads, fresh vegetables and, of course, the rice and noodle dishes are all very tasty. Then there's the fruit, and the desserts, and the . . You'll never go hungry!
The value: The Thai baht offers a favourable rate of exchange for most major currencies. This makes eating out, travelling around, shopping, enjoying the nightlife and even staying at the world's leading hotels surprisingly affordable.
GoThailand.comNow we haven't yet mentioned:
- personal safety, climate, transport, nightlife, shopping, spas,
- golf, diving, sailing, fishing, trekking, rafting and so on.
Our visitors mention all of these, and they keep coming back!
Where is Thailand???

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Thailand Visitor Directory and Search
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Visitor Visa Types (Major revisions 10/2006)
  • Visitor on arrival in Thailand
    • 30 Day Tourist Visa for citizens of many countries (41) as of 9/2006
    • 15 Day Tourist Visa for citizens of a few countries (20)
    • 90 day Tourist Visa for citizens of a few countries (3)
    • 7 Day Transit Visa for the rest of you
  • Visitor application outside of Thailand at any Royal Thai Embassy or Consolate
    • 90 Day Tourist Visa but single entry and no extensions (as of 10/2006)
  • Extensions for up to 7 days for the 30 day visa period may be applied for at any Thai Immigration Office within Thailand
  • Maximum stay of 90 days in any 180 day period as of 10/2006

Thailand Recently Published Travel Books and Guides
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet Thailand (Thailand, 10th Ed)  August 2003
Frommer's Thailand
Frommer's Thailand 3rd Edition April 2004
Independent Traveler
Independent Traveler's Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore 2004
Odyssey Illustrated
Exploring Chiang Mai: Northern Thailand's Historical and Cultural Center (Odyssey Illustrated Guide)
Fodor's Thailand
Fodor's Thailand: The Guide for All Budgets, Where to Stay, Eat, and  Explore on and Off the Beaten Path
National Geographic
National Geographic Traveler:  THAILAND
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Learning Thai
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