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What is synonymous to exotic beaches, low cost accommodation, natural beauty, fascinating culture and well developed infrastructure THAILAND. Thailand offers everything that a tourist destination can offer, hence making it a popular and attractive destination for backpackers. It offers great value for whatever kind of budget any backpacker has. With increasing budget flights, low cost accommodation, food, spas and culture, backpackers from Western countries usually end up extending their stay in Thailand. Here is what drives backpackers to Thailand:
Getting There:
Thailand is a tourist friendly country. Backpackers are eligible to stay up to thirty days without a visa. Those who wish to stay longer can apply for a sixty-day tourist visa which allows multiple re-entries. Thailand also has an efficient public transport along with private travel companies which specialize in backpacking making travel straightforward. The travelling infrastructure makes it a hub for backpackers to travel to other South East Asian countries who first come to places like Bangkok and then plan their further trips.
Sun & Sand:
Thailand is known for its beach line and the number of islands it has. It's a major attraction for backpackers from around the world. Places like Phuket and Phi Phi Islands give tourists plenty of beaches to choose from be it for relaxation or to party all night, there is a beach for everything and everyone.
Food & Wine:
Food in Thailand is affordable and accessible. There are good restaurants across the country along with road stalls. Thai cuisine is famous all across the globe and hence a backpacker would know what to expect here. But special delicacies like seahorses and goat testicles are best served here. Nightlife in Thailand is fun and enjoyable. Like food the backpackers have number of options to experience the nightlife in Thailand ranging from go-go and beer bars in Pattaya to Chaweng Beach at Ko Samui which parties into the wee hours of the night. The Full moon party at Koh Phangan, which is world famous beach party, happens once every month. It is the best place to be if you want to experience the food, drink and dance of Thailand island life.
Culture:
Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles. Thai people are very warm and welcoming to tourists and treat them with friendliness and respect which makes it an incredible experience. Language is not a barrier here as most people are well versed with English, but a few pleasantries in the local language also adds to the travel experience. Thailand has a rich cultural and spiritual history depicted well through the spectacular Grand Palace in Bangkok and the Buddhist temples that can be found throughout the country. North Thailand is the place to be for people who want to experience hills, trekking through some hostile landscapes and century old values, while South Thailand presents you with some glorious beaches, untouched islands and incredible diving experiences.