Thailand

Behind the glitter and chaos of Bangkok, Thailand conceals an astonishing variety of locations, with cool mountains, teeming jungles and secluded beaches as well as a rich and distinctive civilisation, seen in the art and architecture of modern temples and ancient cities. This guide gives practical advice on everything from trekking in the northern hills to diving in the kaleidoscopic waters of the Andaman Sea. it takes visitors off the beaten track to explore brooding temple ruins, islands and hilltop monasteries, and explores under the surface of the culture of this never-colonized country. It provides full details for all budgets on the many and various ways of getting to Thailand, and how to travel around when you arrive, plus where to eat, drink and stay, whether you're looking for a raft house on the River Kwai, a bamboo hut on a palm-fringed beach or a comfortable Bangkok hotel.