THAILAND
The Thai people themselves are as exquisitely engaging as their country.
From the dominating orchid-covered mountains and ancient jungles of the north to the secluded, coral-ringed tropical islands of the south, the terrain is consistently spectacular. As are the 31,000 ornate wats, Buddhist temples that have played a pivotal role in the development of Thai society, art, and morality since they first began to appear in the 10th century. One of the main attractions of a visit to the Chiang Rai - the most northerly province in Thailand - for example, is the possibility of spending time with one of the resident hill tribes, whose skilled hands can quickly create a bespoke tailored silk suit or dress.
Today, the constitutional monarchy embraces a wealth of cultures and traditions and a stay here leaves you in no doubt as to why it’s known as ‘the land of smiles.’
GMT: +7 Hours.
Flight Time: Approximately 12 Hours.
Currency: Thai Baht.
Stopovers: Bangkok.
CHOOSE A RESORT
WEATHER
CLIMATE
High temperatures and humidity levels are common throughout the year. The country is hottest between March and May, while monsoon season runs from June to October. The cool season, most favoured by visitors, runs from November to February.
TEMPERATURE / RAINFALL
| JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TEMP (°C) | 32 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
RAINFALL (MM) | 30 | 21 | 49 | 122 | 319 | 269 | 281 | 273 | 399 | 310 | 176 | 59 |
