Thailand Handbook, 7th Travel guide to Thailand

by Spooner, Andrew

• ISBN13: 9781906098667
• ISBN10: 1906098662
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-09-01
• Publisher: Footprint Handbooks
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Summary

Roam ancient ruins, immerse yourself in the thriving, modern metropolis of Bangkok, or find your very own piece of paradise on the tropical islands of the south, the Kingdom of Thailand offers travellers these and much more. Footprint's 7th edition guide has been fully updated to help you navigate through the land where Buddhism meets hedonism, hike the mountains of Mae Hong Son, dive the unspoilt Similan islands or spend your nights partying in Koh Phangan, plus all the necessary advice on where to eat, sleep and drink. This title includes: full-colour section dedicated to the country's many weird and wonderful festivals; comprehensive listings, whether you want to go trekking in the north, learn how to cook the best pad thai or get some well- earned R&R at one of the many incredible spa resorts; fantastic background and history section to help travellers really get to know this culturally rich and beautiful destination; and, full colour planning section to inspire travellers and provide practical advice to help find the best experiences

Author Biography

Andrew Spooner is a feature, travel and sports writer and photographer. He has traveled Southeast Asia extensively and now lives in London.

Table of Contents

Planning your trip	p. 7
Where to go	p. 8
Itineraries	p. 10
Thailand's highlights and itineraries	p. 12
Six of the best islands	p. 14
Six of the dive regions	p. 16
Six of the best food experiences	p. 18
When to go	p. 20
Rainfall and climate charts	p. 21
Sport and activities	p. 22
Thai massage	p. 25
Family travel in Thailand	p. 28
How big is your footprint?	p. 30
Thailand on screen and page	p. 32
Essentials	p. 33
Getting there	p. 34
Getting around	p. 37
Sleeping	p. 44
Eating and drinking	p. 46
Entertainment	p. 49
Festivals and events	p. 50
Shopping	p. 52
Local customs and laws	p. 53
Essentials A-Z	p. 55
Bangkok	p. 73
Sights	p. 82
Listings	p. 113
Central Thailand	p. 163
Ayutthaya and around	p. 166
Kanchanaburi and the west	p. 180
Sukhothai and the north central plains	p. 196
Mae Sot and the Burmese border	p. 220
Northern Thailand	p. 229
Chiang Mai and around	p. 232
Western loop: Pai, Mae Hong Son and Mae Sariang	p. 276
Chiang Rai and around	p. 290
Chiang Saen and the Golden Triangle	p. 304
Phrae, Nan and the Eastern Highlands	p. 319
Northeastern Thailand	p. 327
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and around	p. 330
Ubon Ratchathani and around	p. 345
Khon Kaen and the Isaan Heartland	p. 363
Udon Thani and the northern Mekong route	p. 372
Nong Khai and the southern Mekong route	p. 383
Eastern Thailand	p. 399
Pattaya and around	p. 402
Koh Samet	p. 415
Chantaburi to Koh Chang	p. 422
Andaman Coast	p. 441
Ranong to Khao Lak	p. 444
Phuket Island	p. 462
Phangnga Bay	p. 499
Krabi and around	p. 508
West of Krabi	p. 521
Islands south of Krabi	p. 533
Koh Lanta	p. 543
Trang and its islands	p. 558
Tarutao National Park and the far south	p. 571
Gulf of Thailand	p. 585
Phetburi to Chumphon	p. 588
Surat Thani and around	p. 611
Koh Samui	p. 617
Koh Phangan	p. 642
Koh Tao	p. 659
Nakhon Si Thammarat and around	p. 671
Background	p. 683
History	p. 684
Modern Thailand	p. 705
Culture	p. 716
Religion	p. 750
Land and environment	p. 759
Books	p. 770
Footnotes	p. 773
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