
Southeast Asia
— The Destination —
From the frenetic street-food buzz of Bangkok to the powder-white beaches of the Andaman Coast, Thailand blends spiritual serenity with tropical indulgence. Whether it's the limestone karsts rising from emerald waters in Krabi, the palm-fringed shores of Koh Samui or the world-class dive sites around the Similan Islands, Thailand delivers a holiday that is at once exotic, effortless and exceptional value.
— When to go —
November to March — cool, dry season with clear skies, calm seas and ideal conditions for both islands and the northern highlands.
Tropical with three seasons: cool/dry (Nov–Feb, 20–32°C), hot (Mar–Jun, 30–40°C) and monsoon (Jul–Oct, warm with heavy but brief downpours).
— Places to visit —
Bangkok
the Grand Palace, Wat Arun at dusk, floating markets and Michelin-starred street food.
Phuket & Phang Nga Bay
limestone karsts, sea caves and the iconic James Bond Island by private longtail.
Chiang Mai & the Golden Triangle
hill-tribe villages, elephant sanctuaries and 13th-century temples.
Ayutthaya
the ancient capital's temple ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Similan & Surin Islands
world-class diving with manta rays, whale sharks and coral gardens.
Koh Samui & Ang Thong
Ang Thong National Marine Park's emerald lagoon and hidden beaches.
— Beyond Thailand —
Luang Prabang, Laos
UNESCO temple city, an hour's flight from Chiang Mai.
Siem Reap & Angkor Wat
the great Khmer temples, a short hop from Bangkok.
Krabi & Koh Lanta
paired easily with Phuket by speedboat across the Andaman.
Singapore
a polished city break and natural onward connection south.