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Visiting Thailand in January
With calmer weather and little rainfall, the island of Koh Kood is an ideal Thailand holiday destination in January. This is the perfect time to lounge on a beach, occasionally dipping into the clear sea to cool off.
Fresh fish features on almost every menu in this sparsely populated sanctuary, and despite being one of Thailand's quieter islands, there's still an excellent choice of accommodation to choose from. Another attraction of Koh Kood is the vast, untamed jungle, which stretches across most of the island's interior.
Visiting Thailand in February
With the weather remaining fine and largely dry, the Golden Triangle region in the north of the country is an ideal spot for exploration – and of course, a little relaxation.
The hills and dramatic mountains surrounding Chiang Rai are pleasant to traverse when it isn’t baking hot, and you’ll find you have more energy to discover the vibrant markets and villages. We recommend a guided tour to learn about the fascinating customs and traditions of the local tribes.
Visiting Thailand in March
Thailand's largest island, Phuket is often referred to as the Pearl of the Andaman. Catering to every type of traveller, the island is known for its beautiful beaches and magnificent coves.
Phuket is home to some of Thailand’s finest hotels. It's also an ideal spot for sailing, scuba diving and swimming in the warm azure sea. Phuket is the perfect starting point for island-hopping, so be sure to take a boat to one of the many picturesque islets nearby.
Visiting Thailand in April
Songkran (Thai New Year) is celebrated on 13–15 April. At this time, people visit temples to perform a ritual of pouring water on Buddha statues, symbolically washing away bad luck.
In larger towns and cities, and especially Bangkok, people from around the world gather to enjoy the water festival, splashing water on one another to honour the new year. Enjoy the festivities in the markets, temples and along the waterfront of the Chao Phraya River.
Visiting Thailand in May
Located just off the coast of southern Thailand, in the Andaman Sea, the Phi Phi Islands are a popular day trip from Phuket. The area is known for its dramatic rock formations, untouched beaches and local fishing villages. Spend the end of the hot season cruising across the waves on an iconic long-tailed boat, stopping to take a dip in the crystal-clear water.
Visiting Thailand in June
In June, the hot season is starting to ease into the rainy season, yet the heavy downpours are still a month or so away. Located just 12km north of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan is an ideal place to visit at this time. The island lies in the Chumphon Archipelago, in the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
Several quiet and peaceful resorts line the beaches of Koh Phangan, while a vast, inland jungle lies relatively unexplored.
Visiting Thailand in July
Protected by the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui enjoys less rainfall compared with other popular island destinations in Thailand. Outside of October and November, the island offers almost guaranteed sunshine.
Even as the monsoon period rolls in, Koh Samui's fishing villages are perfect for sunny strolls and dips in the water. Choose between the vibrant, energetic areas such as Chaweng Beach, or the quieter bays like Lamai.
Visiting Thailand in August
A small tropical island in the Chumphon Archipelago, on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Tao covers an area of only 21 square kilometres. The island is blessed with almost year-round good weather - it doesn't see the rainy season arrive until late October to December.
Koh Tao is world-renowned for its scuba diving. It's also an important breeding ground for both hawksbill and green turtle.
Visiting Thailand in September
Located on the shores of the Andaman Sea in the south of Thailand, the beautiful coastal province of Phang Nga offers secluded beach resorts surrounded by the Ao Phang-Nga National Park. This relatively untouched reserve is home to the largest native mangrove forest in Thailand.
Khao Sok National Park, both older and more diverse than even the Amazon, is also close by. These are perfect excuses to prise yourself away from the beach.
Visiting Thailand in October
Situated just east of Phuket, Krabi is a coastline province lined with dramatic limestone karsts and an abundance of national parks teeming with life. This is the filming location for the hit movie The Beach - a quintessential island paradise. It’s also an excellent starting point for those set on exploring the many lesser-known islands nearby, some of which are completely deserted.
Visiting Thailand in November
On the full moon of the 12th month of the Thai lunar calendar, people gather to float their kratong (lanterns made of flowers and candles) on the lakes and rivers. This coincides with the Yi Peng festival, another popular event in this northern province where paper lanterns are released into the sky and secret wishes are made. These celebrations are fascinating social and cultural events, where everyone’s welcome.
Visiting Thailand in December
The wild, mountainous landscape of Mae Hong Son province, also known as the City of Three Mists, is transformed with the arrival of the large, bright yellow flowers called Bua Tong, or Mexican Sunflowers. Various activities are held in Mae Hong Son to celebrate their blossoming, and you can also enjoy delicious, local foods and join in with the party.
