Last year I took my first trip to Asia, having booked a wonderful 10 day trip to Thailand with my boyfriend Jack during our Easter holidays. Neither one of us had visited before but had heard so many wonderful things from friends – could it really be as good as everyone was making it out to be?
The short answer is yes. Thailand is quite possibly one of the most beautiful and friendliest countries I have ever been to. It is known as the ‘Land of Smiles’ after all, and since visiting, I totally understand why.
There are so many things to do in Thailand and in just 10 days we barely scratched the surface – you could easily spend months exploring the various regions and exotic islands. From the rural villages to the bustling cities, and the mountains to the sandy beaches, Thailand really does have it all.
So here goes, these are my favourite photos from my trip to Thailand…
Things to do in Thailand
- Explore Bangkok
- Enjoy an ethical elephant experience
- Visit the temples of Chiang Mai
- Island hop and discover as many beaches as possible
- Visit the hill tribes of northern Thailand
- Eat street food
- Experience the Songkran Festival (and get soaked!)
- Float on a floating market
- Immerse yourself in UNESCO listed nature
- Pick up bargains in the bustling street markets
- Celebrate the Loi Krathong Festival
- Take a trip to the ancient city of Ayutthaya
50 Thailand Photos to Inspire Your Next Trip
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Vlogs from Thailand
Where to stay in Thailand
- Best value for exploring Bangkok: Rembrandt Hotel
- Best hotel for beachside luxury: Devasom Khao Lak
- Best hotel for exploring Chiang Mai: Shangri La
My Travel Tips and Recommendations
Flights
Whilst this trip was organised for us with flights included, my usual go-to for booking flights is Skyscanner, the flight search engine. What I love about Skycanner is that you have various options depending on your situation. If you know where you want to go it’s easy – all you need is to search for your destination and dates, and you are provided with all flight options to choose from. If you haven’t decided on your next trip yet, you can use the Everywhere tool for inspiration and to find the cheapest places to fly to.
Accommodation
Whenever I plan my travels Booking.com is my best friend. The website is super easy to use and provides a whole range of accommodation from fancy resorts to budget hotels. Jack and I also regularly use Airbnb – in particular, for staycations in the UK.
Things I can’t travel without
As a travel blogger and keen photographer I never travel without my trusty technology. Always packed are my
- Canon EOS M3
- GoPro Hero5 Black
- I’m also saving for a DJI Mavic Pro
Travel Insurance
It is so important to be prepared for all possibilities when travelling and you simply shouldn’t travel without insurance. When looking for cover I would personally recommend World Nomads or the Post Office – both are affordable and certainly won’t break the bank.
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Other posts that may help you:
- Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, Chiang Mai
- Visiting Ayutthaya: the Ancient Capital
- Exploring the Bangkok Temples & Shopping Centres
- A Snorkelling Trip to Khao Na Yak… and Back??
- Staying at the Devasom Khao Lak
- Reasons to visit Chiang Mai
- James Bond Island and a visit to Phang-Nga Bay
- Staying at the Shangri-La Chiang Mai
- What to Take to Thailand (and What I Wish I had Taken!!)
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Love Victoria X
