Updated October 2026 I usually start looking for a cheap hotel in Thailand with Agoda’s map, using my actual dates and the number of people staying. Once I find a room I like, I compare the same stay on Booking.com and the hotel’s own website. I keep the map centred on the neighbourhood where I
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Updated October 2026 In Chiang Mai’s Nimman neighbourhood, my favourite stop for fruit sorbet is 7 Senses Gelato, at 41/5 Nimmanhaemin Soi 11. On my last visit I tried mango, passion fruit and strawberry. Passion fruit is my favourite of the three, especially after a bowl of khao soi. Elsewhere in Thailand, I search for
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Updated October 2026 Bangkok uses Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7, throughout the year. Thailand does not change its clocks for daylight saving. To see the time in Bangkok right now, open your phone’s Clock app, add Bangkok to World Clock and read that city’s clock. Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and the rest of Thailand have the
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Updated October 2026 Choose Wanderlog to build a day-by-day itinerary with friends, TripIt to organise flights and hotels you have already booked, or Google Maps for a short trip that only needs a shortlist of places. Tripomatic is another option for sightseeing routes and offline maps. TravelSpend and Rome2Rio help with separate jobs: managing spending
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Updated October 2026 The rainy season in most of Thailand runs from May to October, usually beginning around mid-May and easing around mid-October. The important exception is the southern Gulf coast: Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao have their main wet period later in the year, broadly October to December, with November particularly wet.
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Updated October 2026 People from Thailand are called Thai people or Thais. One person is a Thai person, or simply a Thai. Write the word with a capital T. In Thai, khon Thai (คนไทย) means a Thai person or Thai people. The same English word, Thai, also names the language and describes things associated with
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Chiang Dao is my pick for a stay around a limestone mountain and its cave. Nan appeals for temple murals and time in a northern town. For a beach base with forest and waterfall outings, I would choose Koh Kood. A temple visit in Chiang Mai can occupy part of an existing city stay. An
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Updated October 2026 Bali and Malaysia’s east-coast islands are strong choices for an August beach holiday. Switzerland and the Canadian Rockies suit a trip built around mountains and lakes. For performances and city life, look at Edinburgh or Amsterdam; for wildlife, the Maasai Mara in Kenya. New Zealand suits a winter holiday with time on
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July is a popular month for travel as many countries experience warm weather and long days. It is an ideal time to explore new destinations, relax on the beach, or indulge in outdoor activities. Choosing the right country to visit in July can make all the difference in creating a memorable vacation. One of the
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May is one of the best months to travel, with pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Choosing the best country to visit in May can be a daunting task, given the numerous options available. However, with proper research and planning, you can find the perfect destination that suits your travel style and preferences. Europe is a
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Updated September 2026 For an April trip with beach time and cultural stops, I would start with central Vietnam. Thailand is a stronger choice if Songkran is the reason you want to travel, provided you are comfortable with very hot days. The best countries to visit in April depend on the week you have available
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