Explore Thailand

Introduction to Thailand
Thailand, the “Land of Smiles,” is known for its blissful beaches on twin coastlines, washed by the azure Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Inland are dense jungle and colorful cities dotted with Buddhist temples. IHG’s family of Thailand hotels includes a boutique hotel in downtown Bangkok, and a family-friendly stay in Phuket.

Currency
Thai baht (THB)

Official languages
Thai; English is widely spoken

Climate
Tropical and humid year round, average 82°F. Highest rainfall Jul–Oct

Arriving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Airport is 20 miles east of central Bangkok. Travel time about 30 minutes by taxi (average 600 baht)

Getting around Thailand

• Metered and shared taxis
• Long-distance air conditioned buses
• Ferries to major islands
• Flights to cities and some islands
• Tuk tuk (3-wheelers) in towns and cities

Top Thailand sightseeing

• Grand Palace temples, Bangkok
• Khao Yai National Park
• Burma Railway, Kanchanaburi
• Limestone cliffs, Phang Nga Bay
• Ornate temples in Chiang Mai

Top experiences

• Shopping at floating markets and Chatuchak weekend market, Bangkok
• Water sports at Patong beaches
• Eating tom yum kung soup and khao gaeng curry at street stalls
• Trekking in Khao Yai National Park
• Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Jungle amusement park