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Thailand has a tropical climate with another station of the monsoon, which means that all the time of year you visit, there will may be hot and humid and wet. There are three seasons in Thailand - cool season from November to February, hot season from March to May and rainy (monsoon) By June to October. The heat, humidity and rainfall vary greatly depending on where you are traveling and what time next year.

North

Chiang Mai and the rest of the northern region of Thailand have colder, mild climate throughout the year. In the cold season, the peaks are on average in the low 80s (Fahrenheit), but the lowest average dip down into the 60s and even lower in the mountains, making it the only region in Thailand, in which wants, needs a sweater from!

Hot season temperatures can easily reach the mid-90s or more during the day. There is not much cooler at night either to make, despite the higher elevations in some areas more bearable than in the rest of the country.

The rainy season is less rain than in other parts of the country, but still be monsoon storms dramatic and intense, especially in September, the wettest month of the year.

Bangkok and Central Thailand

Three Seasons Bangkok have all one thing in common - the heat. In fact, the lowest temperature ever recorded was 50 degrees in Bangkok, and that was back in 1951. Fresh seasonal temperatures are usually in the 70s and 80s, so it's not surprising it's such a popular time for is worth a visit.

During the summer expect highs in the 80s and 90s, with a few days in the 100s. If you are in Bangkok during the hot season, be sure to plan all the time. The heat makes it hard, too long, walk away.

A few degrees and storms take an hour or two for most of the rainy cool temperatures, before only, so it's a good time to visit if you want to avoid crowds and do not mind getting a little wet.

The South

The weather in southern Thailand after a slightly different pattern from the rest of the country. Actually, it's not cold season, as temperatures in the range of about 10 degrees between the hottest and coldest months of the year.

The rainy season comes at a different time, depending on whether you are on the western side of the peninsula and in the East. If you live in the West, where Phuket and other destinations in the Andaman coast, the rainy season starts earlier, in April and lasts until October. If you are in the East, where Koh Samui and other destinations in the Gulf Coast are taking place, the rainfall from October to January.

Hua Hin

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Hua Hin beach, just a few hours by car, train or bus from Bangkok, is one of the most popular beaches in Thailand. The beach itself is a long, flat stretch of sand that slopes gently into the sea and is surrounded by a small town with lots of hotels, resorts and guesthouses, restaurants and drinking.

Getting around Hua Hin

Hua Hin is reasonably small enough that no more than two meters do not need to scroll.

If you want to venture further afield you beaches or surrounding area, you should rent a car or a motorcycle.

Getting to Hua Hin

Hua Hin is easily accessible from Bangkok. There are daily trains from Bangkok's Hua Lumpong station with about three hours. There are also several public buses every day from the bus station south of Bangkok Victory Monument (minibus).

Overnight Stay:

Hua Hin house is full of five-star international hotel chains cheap guesthouses. During high season, make sure you book well in advance if you plan on a better selection options.

Hotels in Hua Hin

What to expect:

Hua Hin attracts many local tourists and many Europeans, and in high season the beach can be packed. Around the city there are probably as many German and Italian restaurants, as there Thais.

What to do:

If you are not on the beach or in the pool of his actions Lounging, you should have a horse! In Hua Hin, there is always to rent horses and guides that take you if you're not an experienced rider.

You can also go hiking in the nearby mountains or a little further to one of the most beautiful national parks, Sam Roi Yot.

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Koh Phi Phi

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Koh Phi Phi, a small island a few hours by boat from Phuket is the dream of love with the island. The clear water is majestic cliffs and soft sand of Koh Phi Phi a perfect picture of paradise. The only downside? Thousands of people who already know and is in danger of ships, inns and tourists invaded. If you are, however, disturbed by the crowd or overdevelopment, you can find the most beautiful place on Earth.

What to expect:

Koh Phi Phi has been hit hard during the tsunami in 2004, but gained in strength. The archipelago of Ko Phi Phi Don (where housing is) and Koh Phi Phi Ley is, plus a handful of other small islands, is one of the most beautiful places in Thailand, but be very busy. Traditionally, it is a backpacker destination, while Koh Phi Phi is always upscale and there are more and more luxury complex each year.

Overnight Stay:

No shortage of housing in Koh Phi Phi parts of the island, especially around Ton Sai are covered pensions. Some are very simple, business, ceiling fans and hot water. There are also luxury resorts on the island, especially around Laem Thong. Check out this list of the best hotels in Phi Phi, but be aware that due to Phi Phi is so popular, the case is sometimes disappointing.

What to do:

The islands around Koh Phi Phi (including Koh Phi Phi Ley) offer great hiking, diving and swimming.

Visitors can enjoy many day trips from Ton Sai every morning, or venture in a long letter of tail boat on your own. There are also many dive shops on the island.

Getting to Koh Phi Phi:

Phuket Boat: Boats depart from Phuket Rasada pier three times a day. The journey takes about 90 minutes.

Boat from Krabi: Boats leave from the dock or Klong Chao Fa Pier Jilad two to three times per day, depending on the season, and take about 90 minutes. During high season there are sometimes ferries Ao Nang to Koh Phi Phi.

Check with your hotel or a travel agency for exact times as they change frequently.

Most ferries arrive at Ton Sai. If you go to another location on the island, a long tail boat to its final destination.

Moving Koh Phi Phi:

If you around Ton Sai, the area that the two strip of land that make up the island to connect to stay you. Throughout the region on foot

Longtail boats are available for rent, which will take you from a beach on the island to the other available. They also make trips to the islands for snorkeling, diving and other excursions in the vicinity.

If you need a visa to travel to Thailand?

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You probably do not visit a visa to Thailand on vacation, but check the requirements below to ensure that you enter the country without any problems.

If you need a US citizen, which are to Thailand on holiday, you do not wait more than 30 days, and not the country as tourists for more than 90 days in the last six months not registered to apply for a visa. They are granted an entry permit 30 days after arrival at the airport or border post.

If you long for your holiday here you can apply for a tourist visa 60 days prior to the Royal Thai Embassy.

Advice

• If you are not a US citizen, visit the website of the Royal Thai Embassy to see if you need to apply for a visa in advance. Thailand has 15, 30 and 90 days entry permit and visa on arrival for citizens of many other countries.
• If I exceeded their visa or entry permit, you will receive a fine of 500 baht per day, to provide at the border and you must pay before being allowed to leave the country. It is also considered an illegal immigrant and was arrested and sent to jail, if you live in the country with expired visas and entry permits are imprisoned for any reason. If you do not leave the country before they actually extend his visa or re-entry permit instead be. The effort and money.
• Make sure you get to know the map and check out before entering the immigration line. They can be returned at the end of the line when you are in the office without the completed form.

Cheap Rooms airports; & # 039 Bangkok

Even if you bargain discount coach ticket are traveling to and from Thailand, you can always sit down for a VIP treatment when you are at the airport. None of these proposals are free, but depending on what your travel circumstances, I might add much value to the trip.

Airport most salons is necessary to have a ticket in business class or high-status on an airline, especially for entry, but Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok there are a number of options unfamiliar to people without (unfortunately none of the Don Muang Airport, but it is a budget airport anyway).

Whether it is worth the extra cost is up to you, but with the recent demand for the airport hours in advance, can in order to minimize the interference by the political situation, you are very early flight can not find anywhere to go. It's good to have a comfortable place to relax, especially if you are ready for a long flight of narrow back.

Meetings payment

Suvarnabhumi has six rooms Business / First separate international terminal, which can be accessed on payment of a reasonable fee class. These fairs are managed by Louis Tavern CIP Lounge and are used by some airlines, as well as the American Express Platinum Priority Pass program offers its users used. They are not as nice as some of the best business-class lounges (and are also much smaller), but offer the same basics - relative privacy, relaxation room, refreshments and showers.

All are open 24 hours, with sofas and comfortable seating, with drinks and snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

The bar is limited but includes beer and wine. There are also bathrooms and private areas for napping. There is also Wi-Fi and TV.

If you adjust the reserve, you will pay 1 000 THB or about $ 32 current exchange rates per person (for a period of two hours, which should be a lot of time when you arrive in front of a flight). If you online and pay in advance, you can get a discount of 15%. Although not cheap, if you consider the cost of a few drinks, you pay a substantial premium for privacy and a comfortable place to relax.

The King Power Airport Lounge

One of the best kept secrets from Suvarnabhumi Airport is the VIP lounge, which provides a very comfortable seating, snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. This exhibition is for holders of large free distribution of airport charges, customer cards King Power. The good news is that you or someone else can become a member immediately. The membership fee is 500 THB but immediately a good return THB 500 for duty-free goods, more discounts. And then, access to the exhibition you get, too. There is only one room on the east side of the airport (near Halls A, B, C and D), so I could not make sense, if you are planning on the other side of the airport to be. If you happen to be on this page, it is the most beautiful experience of life almost free from any airport in the region.

Bangkok Airways Lounge

When you get to fly to Bangkok Airways, you have access to their classrooms, whether nationally or internationally from Suvarnabhumi Airport. These rooms offer many of the same amenities as the other - drinks, snacks, comfortable seating, WiFi and TV. But one thing you will not find in Bangkok Airway - alcohol. The two programs are in the lobby on the east side of the airport, where most of its flights from.

Bangkok Airways is an airline quality, so prices are still slightly higher than that of competitors. However, if you happen to be still flying (and for some stretches, which are their only option), then you can also enjoy the convenience.

Koh Samui Beaches

Chaweng Beach

This beach is the most popular island and has many hotels, restaurants and shops nearby. The strip has lined 4 miles from soft sand with palm trees the clearest water in Koh Samui, but often with tourists, vendors and people who packed all kinds of watersports. You will find a lot of peace and relaxation, but it is comfortable and fun for those who like a lot of activity buzzing around.