Take a look at any list of the top voyage destinations in the world, and you'll see Thailand right on top (or at least, close to it) - and for good reason. Either you're a seasoned traveler, or a newbie to backpacking, Thailand has something good in store for you.
1. Smiles.
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Over the years, Thailand has aptly earned the moniker: the Land of Smiles. The people of Thailand are known to be among the nicest, friendliest, and most helpful folks on Earth, and you're sure to be greeted with warm smiles and friendly banter wherever you go. If you're new to backpacking, Thailand is without fail the place to go because you can rely on help from the locals anytime, with a smile.
2. Sun.
Without a doubt, Thailand has among the most ideal climates in the world; hence, why visitors from the colder regions of the west visit the country in droves. Thailand enjoys sunshine all year round, even throughout the so-called rainy season. So do pack the right stuff while backpacking - Thailand gives you the opening to show some skin!
3. Sand and Sea.
For most people, beaches are a must in backpacking. Thailand is probably best known for its numerous marvelous white sand beaches and virtually untouched aquatic wildlife, so it's a match made in heaven!
Of course, the 'different strokes for different folks' adage apply. The many beaches of Thailand each has their own unavoidable personalities that cater to the discrete preferences of their discerning visitors. For example, scuba divers and snorkelers seeing to enjoy an unspoiled water world frequent Koh Tao and the Similan Islands. Ravers can't get adequate of the full moon parties of Koh Phangan, or the regular beach parties at neighboring Koh Samui. The nature-tripper will have much to gush about in Krabi's Phi Phi Islands and Trat's Koh Chang. The pleasure-seeker will never want to leave Patong or Pattaya Beach. And if you just want to spend the day baking under the sun, well, take your pick and go visit one - or all!
4. Sex.
Possibly the main think why most travelers (men, to be entirely accurate) frequent Thailand is the country's preponderant sex industry. In Bangkok alone, a farang (Western) man - and in some cases, woman - can indulge in forbidden pleasures by naturally visiting areas like Patpong, Nana, and the infamous Soi Cowboy. Such pleasures can also be found in the go-go and coyote bars that litter Pattaya's preponderant Walking street and Phuket's Patong Beach. Tastes ranging from the approved to the slightly askew to the downright sleazy are sure to be satisfied in any of the sex areas that can be found in most of the country's traveler haunts. Either you're into skinny, bowlegged chicks, or the more voluptuous pre and post-op trannies, Thailand has it all.
Of course, this is probably not the whole point of your backpacking. Thailand, however, has a way of luring unsuspecting travelers into its raw sexual energy, and this has become the downfall of many a hapless farang who end up with empty wallets (all thanks to seemingly angelic bargirls who need 'rescuing'), or worse, a plethora of undesirable diseases due to normal carelessness. Know that by indulging in Thailand's most preponderant industry, you are treading in hazardous waters, so do tread carefully.
5. Shopping.
Without a doubt, Thailand offers perfect shopping, without fail one of the best in the world. Bangkok itself plays host to numerous shopping districts where one can get whatever from designer labels to cheap knock-offs. Those with heftier wallets frequent the Ratchaprasong area and its upscale malls with their numerous designer boutiques. The more budget-conscious, however, can be found haggling their way through around Pratunam, the Lumphini Night Market, the Chatuchak Weekend Market, and Bo Bae, Asia's wholesale mecca.
Most of the time, shopping is approximately unheard of while backpacking. Thailand, however, sells everything from clothes and accessories to the latest gadgets at incredibly cheap prices. Haggle like there's no tomorrow, why don't you? That's part of the fun!
Indeed, there's much to learn in backpacking. Thailand is an perfect teacher. No wonder newbies flock to the country by the thousands, and the veterans just keep on coming.
Backpacking in Thailand - What You Can Get Out of It
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