Bangkok
Bangkok needs little introduction and is one of the world’s most exciting cities.
Thai people have a strong sense of identity and open and engaging nature. Meeting local people is one of the joys of travelling here.
This is closely followed by the food, whether it be steaming bowls of rice on a street, eating freshly cooked fish on the beach or pungent snippets of zingy flavours, spicy chillies and fresh fruit from the markets, Thailand will stimulate the taste buds. Thailand still offers fabulous value for money and should be considered for families, honeymooners or adventurers alike.
Bangkok is a fun and vibrant city. With funky gin bars and pop up restaurants occupying former warehouses in Chinatown and lovely riverside hotels, it is a frenetic and colourful city – be prepared for the crowds and pack broad shoulders for walking the city. As with many countries, there are pockets which have been cornered by the mass tourism market but we can ensure a well planned itinerary visiting less developed areas for some fabulous and typically Thai experiences.
The beach hotels are second to none, rivalling any in the world and with Michelin standard cuisine available, they are offering a dining experience to compete on a truly international stage. Less visited rural areas in the north allow for self-drive options and boats to Laos being a stunning and peaceful way to experience the Mekong. Buddhism is integral to the lives of Thai people and with that comes a sense of calm as well as some stunning temples and palaces.
A selection of activities and experiences you could consider including in your holiday to Thailand.
Throughout January, Thailand will experience average temperatures of 27°C with very little rainfall, ideal for a winter sun destination to Thailand’s beaches on the west coast. January can be less humid than February and March, yet still experiences daily sunshine.
February will bring guaranteed sunshine to most of Thailand with January through to March being the best time to visit the islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan with temperatures averaging 25°C.
Temperatures in March begin to rise so the entire country will experience sunshine and warm weather. When visiting Thailand’s cities, such as Bangkok, sightseeing may be less comfortable with the higher humidity levels during the day yet pleasant temperatures in the evenings.
Thailand will experience very hot temperatures throughout the country. Cooler temperatures will be experienced in northern regions with an average of 29°C and occasional rainfall in western regions.
May will bring marginally cooler temperatures throughout Thailand than previous months with more chances of rainfall, particularly in western regions yet higher chances of daily sunshine in the east.
Prior to the monsoon season, June can be a great time to travel to Thailand with fewer crowds yet will still experience daily sunshine. Average temperatures can range from 25°C to 32°C.
From July to October, Thailand will experience the monsoon, bringing most of the country’s annual rainfall during this period.
As the peak on the monsoon season, September will bring heavy rainfall throughout Thailand yet eastern regions experience monsoon rains later than the rest of Thailand.
September will experience similar temperatures and humidity levels to August but depending on the region of Thailand, some areas will see less frequent rain showers even though it is likely to rain daily. Flooding may occur in some regions if the monsoon rains were particularly heavy in previous months.
As the monsoon season begins to end, October will experience less frequent rainfall and lower levels of humidity making it an excellent month for sightseeing and visiting the countryside to view the lush, green vegetation.
Thailand benefits from great weather year-round, with the best time to visit is from November to March. During these months, day temperatures are more bearable and there is less chance of rain.
December is one of Thailand’s peak months with lower humidity levels and comfortable temperatures throughout the country, allowing for opportunities to explore the entire country.
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