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Thailand travel guide
  • Trip Planning
    • Start Here: A Guide to Planning a Trip to Thailand
    • Map of Thailand in Hebrew – with the main travel regions
    • When Should You Visit? The Main Tourist Seasons
    • Personal Trip Itinerary Planning – Consultation Service
    • Visas, Border Crossings, and Entry Requirements
    • How to Plan an Independent Travel Itinerary: A Complete Guide
    • Building a Trip Plan Around the Seasons and Weather
    • Thailand with Kids – When to Go, Where to Go, and What to Pack
    • How Much Does a Vacation in Thailand Cost? Updated Costs and Prices
    • Thailand During Holidays and Vacations: Summer, Passover, or Sukkot
    • Attractions, Beaches, Honeymoons, Itineraries, and More
      • What to Do in Thailand? | Popular Activities Worth Knowing
      • Thailand in Winter | Blue Skies and a Wonderful Sea
      • Thailand in Summer | Hot, Green, and Abundant
      • The Best Beaches – for Couples and Families with Children
      • One-Month Thailand Travel Plan | A Comprehensive Route Through the Main Highlights
      • Honeymoon in Thailand | Itineraries, Islands, and Recommendations for Couples
      • The Best Honeymoon Beaches 💚
      • Recommended Water Parks in Thailand
      • Places to Stay Near Chabad Houses in Thailand – Enjoy Shabbat with Ease
  • Organization and Bookings
    • How to Organize a Trip to Thailand | A 4-Step Guide
    • Personal Assistance (Free) with Booking a Trip to Thailand
    • Flights / Airports / Times and Prices
    • Required Entry Forms for Thailand! TDAC & ETA
    • Travel Insurance for Thailand | Important Reading (Including Discounts)
    • Money – How Much to Bring? Which Currency? How to Exchange? ATMs, and More
    • eSIM / SIM Card for Thailand – Phone & Internet Guide
    • Car Rental in Thailand – Everything You Need to Know
    • What Should You Pack? A Comprehensive Packing List
    • Shopping in Thailand – A Shopper’s Paradise :-)
    • About Us
  • Northern Thailand
    • Northern Thailand | Complete Trip-Planning Guide
    • Chiang Mai
      • Chiang Mai – Everything You Need to Know
      • Where Should You Stay? Recommended Areas
      • Top Popular Hotels
      • 3-, 4- and 5-Star Hotels Worth Knowing in Chiang Mai
      • Accommodation for Families with Children – Best Areas and Hotels
      • Chiang Mai with Kids
      • Chiang Mai for Couples | Attractions, Tips, and Wonderful Hotels
      • 7 Luxury Hotels and Stylish, Indulgent Resorts in Chiang Mai
      • 8 Popular Must-See Attractions
      • 24 Great Attractions (That Not Everyone Knows About…)
      • Day Trip Itineraries Around Chiang Mai
      • Nightlife | Markets, Parties, and Sunsets on the River
    • Pai – The Northern Thailand Town That Wraps You in Charm
    • Northern Thailand Itineraries: One Week, Two Weeks, and a Family Route
    • Ready-Made Northern Thailand Itinerary: Two Weeks to One Month
  • Bangkok and Central Thailand
    • Bangkok | Complete Trip-Planning Information
    • Flight to Bangkok – Guide and Tips
    • Where to Stay in Bangkok – Areas and Hotels
      • Where Should You Stay? Good Areas for Booking a Hotel
      • Popular Hotels (in the Best Areas)
      • 3-, 4- and 5-Star Hotels Worth Knowing in Bangkok
      • Hotels for Families with Children
    • Bangkok with Kids | Everything You Need to Know
    • 8 Popular Attractions You Should Know About
    • 34 Great Attractions (That Not Everyone Knows About…)
    • Day Trips from Bangkok: Markets, Temples, Waterfalls and Nature
    • Bangkok for Families with Kids: A 2-, 3- or 4-Day Itinerary
    • Ready-Made Bangkok Itineraries: 2, 3 or 4 Days
    • Shopping in Bangkok – The Complete Guide
    • Pattaya – Vacation Planning Guide
      • Where to Stay in Pattaya – 5 Great Areas and Recommended Places to Stay
  • Southern Thailand and the Islands
    • Southern Thailand – A Comprehensive Trip-Planning Guide
    • The Islands – Everything You Need to Know
    • When Is the Best Time to Visit Thailand’s Islands? (And When Is It Less Ideal…)
    • Recommended Islands for Families with Kids
    • Recommended Beaches for Families with Kids
    • Phuket Island
      • A Comprehensive Guide to Planning a Trip to Phuket
      • How to Get to Phuket: The Complete Guide
      • Accommodation and Hotels
        • Where Should You Stay on Phuket?
        • Indulgent Hotels and Resorts
        • 8 Good and Popular Hotels
        • Family-Friendly Resorts and Hotels
      • Phuket for Families with Kids
      • 6 Recommended Family Beaches in Phuket
      • Koh Phi Phi, Krabi or Railay Beach?
      • 8 Attractions You Should Know About
      • 40 Great Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • Phuket’s Beaches and Sea
      • Phuket for Couples – An Island Guide to a Romantic Experience
      • Honeymoon – A Guide for Newlyweds
      • Travel Itineraries Around Phuket
      • Shopping, Markets and Malls in Phuket – The Ultimate Shopping Guide
      • Day Trips Around Phuket – Hidden Islands, Snorkeling and Nature
    • Koh Samui Island
      • Koh Samui Trip Planning Guide
      • How to Get There: The Complete Guide
      • Where to Stay in Koh Samui: Best Areas Explained
      • Good and Popular Hotels in Koh Samui
      • Family-Friendly Hotels in Koh Samui
      • Koh Samui with Kids
      • 8 Must-Know Attractions in Koh Samui
      • 30 Koh Samui Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • A Guide to Koh Samui’s Beaches
      • Honeymoon in Koh Samui | A Guide for Newlyweds
    • Koh Phangan
      • Koh Phangan Trip Planning Guide
      • Accommodation and Hotels
        • Where to Stay in Koh Phangan
        • Popular Hotels and Resorts
        • Good Places to Stay for Families with Children
        • Luxury in Koh Phangan – Indulgent Resorts and Hotels
      • Koh Phangan with Kids
      • 8 Must-Know Attractions
      • 29 Excellent Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • Koh Phangan Beach Guide
      • Koh Phangan for Couples
      • Honeymoon in Koh Phangan | A Guide for Newlyweds
      • Varied Day Trip Itineraries in and around Koh Phangan
    • Koh Samui or Koh Phangan? – Where Should You Visit?
    • Koh Samui or Phuket – Where Should You Visit?
    • Southern Thailand Itinerary: 7–14 Days of Islands and Adventure
    • Jellyfish in Thailand
  • Trip Planning
    • Start Here: A Guide to Planning a Trip to Thailand
    • Map of Thailand in Hebrew – with the main travel regions
    • When Should You Visit? The Main Tourist Seasons
    • Personal Trip Itinerary Planning – Consultation Service
    • Visas, Border Crossings, and Entry Requirements
    • How to Plan an Independent Travel Itinerary: A Complete Guide
    • Building a Trip Plan Around the Seasons and Weather
    • Thailand with Kids – When to Go, Where to Go, and What to Pack
    • How Much Does a Vacation in Thailand Cost? Updated Costs and Prices
    • Thailand During Holidays and Vacations: Summer, Passover, or Sukkot
    • Attractions, Beaches, Honeymoons, Itineraries, and More
      • What to Do in Thailand? | Popular Activities Worth Knowing
      • Thailand in Winter | Blue Skies and a Wonderful Sea
      • Thailand in Summer | Hot, Green, and Abundant
      • The Best Beaches – for Couples and Families with Children
      • One-Month Thailand Travel Plan | A Comprehensive Route Through the Main Highlights
      • Honeymoon in Thailand | Itineraries, Islands, and Recommendations for Couples
      • The Best Honeymoon Beaches 💚
      • Recommended Water Parks in Thailand
      • Places to Stay Near Chabad Houses in Thailand – Enjoy Shabbat with Ease
  • Organization and Bookings
    • How to Organize a Trip to Thailand | A 4-Step Guide
    • Personal Assistance (Free) with Booking a Trip to Thailand
    • Flights / Airports / Times and Prices
    • Required Entry Forms for Thailand! TDAC & ETA
    • Travel Insurance for Thailand | Important Reading (Including Discounts)
    • Money – How Much to Bring? Which Currency? How to Exchange? ATMs, and More
    • eSIM / SIM Card for Thailand – Phone & Internet Guide
    • Car Rental in Thailand – Everything You Need to Know
    • What Should You Pack? A Comprehensive Packing List
    • Shopping in Thailand – A Shopper’s Paradise :-)
    • About Us
  • Northern Thailand
    • Northern Thailand | Complete Trip-Planning Guide
    • Chiang Mai
      • Chiang Mai – Everything You Need to Know
      • Where Should You Stay? Recommended Areas
      • Top Popular Hotels
      • 3-, 4- and 5-Star Hotels Worth Knowing in Chiang Mai
      • Accommodation for Families with Children – Best Areas and Hotels
      • Chiang Mai with Kids
      • Chiang Mai for Couples | Attractions, Tips, and Wonderful Hotels
      • 7 Luxury Hotels and Stylish, Indulgent Resorts in Chiang Mai
      • 8 Popular Must-See Attractions
      • 24 Great Attractions (That Not Everyone Knows About…)
      • Day Trip Itineraries Around Chiang Mai
      • Nightlife | Markets, Parties, and Sunsets on the River
    • Pai – The Northern Thailand Town That Wraps You in Charm
    • Northern Thailand Itineraries: One Week, Two Weeks, and a Family Route
    • Ready-Made Northern Thailand Itinerary: Two Weeks to One Month
  • Bangkok and Central Thailand
    • Bangkok | Complete Trip-Planning Information
    • Flight to Bangkok – Guide and Tips
    • Where to Stay in Bangkok – Areas and Hotels
      • Where Should You Stay? Good Areas for Booking a Hotel
      • Popular Hotels (in the Best Areas)
      • 3-, 4- and 5-Star Hotels Worth Knowing in Bangkok
      • Hotels for Families with Children
    • Bangkok with Kids | Everything You Need to Know
    • 8 Popular Attractions You Should Know About
    • 34 Great Attractions (That Not Everyone Knows About…)
    • Day Trips from Bangkok: Markets, Temples, Waterfalls and Nature
    • Bangkok for Families with Kids: A 2-, 3- or 4-Day Itinerary
    • Ready-Made Bangkok Itineraries: 2, 3 or 4 Days
    • Shopping in Bangkok – The Complete Guide
    • Pattaya – Vacation Planning Guide
      • Where to Stay in Pattaya – 5 Great Areas and Recommended Places to Stay
  • Southern Thailand and the Islands
    • Southern Thailand – A Comprehensive Trip-Planning Guide
    • The Islands – Everything You Need to Know
    • When Is the Best Time to Visit Thailand’s Islands? (And When Is It Less Ideal…)
    • Recommended Islands for Families with Kids
    • Recommended Beaches for Families with Kids
    • Phuket Island
      • A Comprehensive Guide to Planning a Trip to Phuket
      • How to Get to Phuket: The Complete Guide
      • Accommodation and Hotels
        • Where Should You Stay on Phuket?
        • Indulgent Hotels and Resorts
        • 8 Good and Popular Hotels
        • Family-Friendly Resorts and Hotels
      • Phuket for Families with Kids
      • 6 Recommended Family Beaches in Phuket
      • Koh Phi Phi, Krabi or Railay Beach?
      • 8 Attractions You Should Know About
      • 40 Great Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • Phuket’s Beaches and Sea
      • Phuket for Couples – An Island Guide to a Romantic Experience
      • Honeymoon – A Guide for Newlyweds
      • Travel Itineraries Around Phuket
      • Shopping, Markets and Malls in Phuket – The Ultimate Shopping Guide
      • Day Trips Around Phuket – Hidden Islands, Snorkeling and Nature
    • Koh Samui Island
      • Koh Samui Trip Planning Guide
      • How to Get There: The Complete Guide
      • Where to Stay in Koh Samui: Best Areas Explained
      • Good and Popular Hotels in Koh Samui
      • Family-Friendly Hotels in Koh Samui
      • Koh Samui with Kids
      • 8 Must-Know Attractions in Koh Samui
      • 30 Koh Samui Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • A Guide to Koh Samui’s Beaches
      • Honeymoon in Koh Samui | A Guide for Newlyweds
    • Koh Phangan
      • Koh Phangan Trip Planning Guide
      • Accommodation and Hotels
        • Where to Stay in Koh Phangan
        • Popular Hotels and Resorts
        • Good Places to Stay for Families with Children
        • Luxury in Koh Phangan – Indulgent Resorts and Hotels
      • Koh Phangan with Kids
      • 8 Must-Know Attractions
      • 29 Excellent Attractions Not Everyone Knows About
      • Koh Phangan Beach Guide
      • Koh Phangan for Couples
      • Honeymoon in Koh Phangan | A Guide for Newlyweds
      • Varied Day Trip Itineraries in and around Koh Phangan
    • Koh Samui or Koh Phangan? – Where Should You Visit?
    • Koh Samui or Phuket – Where Should You Visit?
    • Southern Thailand Itinerary: 7–14 Days of Islands and Adventure
    • Jellyfish in Thailand

Planning the Trip

Planning a trip to Thailand? Love it.
We put together neat, no-BS info to point you in the right direction and save you a bunch of time.
Start with the guide “Thailand – Everything You’ve Wanted to Know“, then move on to “When to Go“, read up on visas, traveling with kids, take a quick peek at the Thailand map, and then hop over to the page ‘How to Plan an Itinerary in Thailand’…

Made up your mind and ready to start booking? Head over to Trip Planning & Booking for Thailand… and it’ll help you keep things moving.

Thailand, the Land of Smiles

Trip to Thailand | Everything you wanted to know

Thailand map

Map of Thailand: The Main Travel Regions

Visa for Thailand

Visa, border crossings, and entry requirements for Thailand

Thailand: when is it best to go?

Thailand: When is the best time to go?

Chiang Mai, Thailand

How to plan a travel itinerary in Thailand – white sands and golden temples

phuket

How to Plan a Trip to Thailand According to the Seasons

Thailand with kids

Thailand with Kids – When, Where, and What Should You Bring?

Snorkeling in Thailand with kids

Thailand During Holidays & School Breaks: When to Go and Where

honeymoon in thailand

How much does a vacation in Thailand cost? Updated costs and prices

honeymoon in thailand

Honeymoon in Thailand – itineraries, islands, and recommendations for couples

chiang rai

A month in Thailand – a stunning itinerary through the main attractions

summer in thailand

Thailand in summer – hot, green, and lush

chiang rai

Thailand in winter – blue skies and a wonderful sea

Koh Phangan

The Best Beaches in Thailand – For Couples, Families, and More…

Water parks

Recommended Water Parks in Thailand

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