THAILAND: BEYOND THE OBVIOUS

Thailand will always be a special place for us. During the three years we lived here, we visited more than 50 provinces and drove thousands of kilometers all across this enchanting country. Incredible beaches, golden temples, lush mountains, wild waterfalls, and wonderful wildlife. Travel infrastructure is Thailand is extraordinarily good – this is as easy as it gets. In the unlikely event you run into trouble, the Thai people are among the friendliest, most patient, and helpful in the world.

And don’t get us started on the food. From Khao Soi to grilled snapper on the beach, Thai food easily ranks among the best national cuisines in the world. You already know it’s more than Pad Thai, but this is a feast that truly does not stop giving.

EXPLORE BY REGION

From the forested highlands of the North to the tropical reaches of the South, choose your destination to see our detailed field guides.

The colossal, gold-leafed 15-meter Buddha statue (Phra Ajana) inside the narrow mondop at Wat Si Chum, Sukhothai Historical Park.
NORTHERN THAILAND
Bueng Bua Boardwalk stretching across the Thung Sam Roi Yot Freshwater Marsh, with jagged limestone mountains (karsts) of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park in the background.
CENTRAL THAILAND
Child snorkeling underwater in crystal-clear green water near a coral reef in Mu Ko Chumphon, Thailand.
SOUTHERN THAILAND
A tall, tiered sandstone and laterite Khmer sanctuary tower (prang) under a blue sky with light clouds, featuring intricate carvings above the doorway and traditional stone window balustrades.
ISAN AND THE EAST

Multi-Region Roadtrips

Not every trip can (or should) be contained to just a single region. Thailand is one of the best countries in the world for driving long distances, so why not see as much of it as you can? The roads are remarkably good, nearly the whole country enjoys high-speed mobile coverage so it’s harder to get lost, and there are incredible things to see in every province. Use these guides as a starting point for planning your own Thailand road trip.