Thailand in New Holland’s Globetrotter Travel Guide series, comprising a range of practical & accessible guides to a number of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Globetrotter guides incorporate essential information in an easy-to-carry & easy-to-reference format. They provide visitors with an introduction highlighting the country’s ‘must see’ areas, allowing readers to make the most of their time away. Presented in a paperback PVC format, each guide in the series provides vital tips for visitors &

Includes:: information on the best places to stay, eat & shop, star-rated top attractions, detailed regional profiles & recommendations of the best tours & excursions. Individual titles also have a separate, pull-out overview map in the rear pocket of the guide that serves as a companion to the book itself. An introductory section profiles the destination with details of the l&, a brief history, government & economy & the people. Every chapter is summarised in the ‘ At-a-Glance’ sections at the end of each chapter. There is also a Travel Tips section at the back of each guide providing practical guidance & information on tourist information services, entry requirements, customs, health requirements, getting there, what to pack, money matters, accommodation, transport, business hours, time difference, electricity, health precautions, useful phrases, personal safety, emergencies, etiquette & tipping.

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Thailand in the National Geographic Traveler guide series, produced by America’s leading travel publishers, exploring a range of cities, regions & countries worldwide & using the expertise & tradition of National Geographic to provide a comprehensive survey of each destination. Each of the guides in the series draws upon National Geographic’s rich history of travel experience & is researched by authors familiar with the area. Whilst the content is influenced by an American editorial style, individual titles are still accessible to a non-American audience, with a combination of practical guidance & detailed information included in each guide. The series also relies upon the extensive image libraries of National Geographic to present a rich visual image of each destination. Individual National Geographic Traveler titles are organised uniformly, allowing readers to access information quickly & easily. Introductory sections provide information on Charting your Trip, with details of getting there & around & a History & Culture chapter profiling history, food & drink, land & landscape, flora & fauna & arts & literature. Chapter are arranged geographically by region, with notable cities & areas principally describing the main sites & attractions, with further information on directions, history & practicalities. There are also a number of individual features & insider tips throughout each guide covering subjects such as walking tours, local culture, driving tours, recommended local experiences & in-depth thematic short histories of the culture & histories of individual regions. A Travelwise section at the back of each guide provides essential practical information on when to go, what to take, further reading, getting there & around, local etiquette, media, holidays, money matters, religion, smoking, time differences, opening times, travellers with disabilities & accommodation. Restaurants & hotels are listed with brief descriptions & information on prices, location, contact details & facilities for the relevant regional chapters in the guide. ...

Thailand's Beaches & Islands (including full coverage of Bangkok) in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Thailand Beaches & Islands Eyewitness travel guide from Dorling Kindersley is a lavishly illustrated book concerned with providing the visitor with detailed background information to sightseeing in the country & a broad cultural introduction. Popular historical buildings & museums are often described with cutaway diagrams allowing you to view ...

Thailand's Islands & Beaches in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Lonely Planet knows how to kick back on Thailand s best beaches. We ve detailed the best places to stay, no matter what your budget, so go ahead & work on your tan. Or go diving off gorgeous Ko Phi-Phi, surrender to serenity or the Full Moon Party on Ko Pha-Ngan, island hop in the Similans it s all at your fingertips.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical & honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Color chapters on diving, activities, national parks & beaches!
Perfect places to stay: the best independent reviews of accommodation from bamboo huts to opulent villas
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Thail&, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia Travel Atlas at 1:1, 100, 000 from ITMB combining their individual coverage of these four countries into an indexed, handy A5 size paperback atlas with numerous street plans, enlargements, etc Topography is presented by bright altitude colouring, with spot heights & names of mountain ranges, etc. Additional graphics show swamps, mangrove, areas liable to inundation, wells, etc. National parks & other protected areas are prominently highlighted. Road network

Includes:: selected local roads, tracks & trails, with driving distances on main routes & locations of border crossings. Railway lines & ferry routes are included & domestic airports are marked. Also shown are internal administrative boundaries within each country with names of the province. The map indicates numerous places of interest, historic sites & natural curiosities, beaches & diving sites, etc. Various routes of the Ho Chi Minh Trail are highlighted. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 1°. Additional panels, usually placed on or near the appropriate map pages, show: Thailand: street plans of Bangkok with a further enlargement for its central area, plus central Chiang Mai & Pattaya. Vietnam: street plans of central Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Hue, Da Nang, Da Lat, Can Tho, & Hoi An; enlargements of the Hanoi & Hue areas; enlargements of Phu Quoc Island & Con Son Island: an administrative map of the country. Laos: street plan of central Vientiane & Louang Prabang Cambodia: street plan of Phnom Penh, an enlargement of the Siem Riep
- Angkor Wat area highlighting locations of numerous temples, All street plans are annotated with selected accommodation, various facilities & places of interest.


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In the heart of Southeast Asia, the kingdom of Thailand encompasses a rich diversity of cultures & traditions shaped by more than 2, 000 years of Buddhism. The landscape too is hugely varied, with the mountains & forests of the north contrasting with the vast rice fields of the central plains & the beautiful tropical islands & long coastline of the peninsula in the south. Thailand`s superb scenery, tropical climate & renowned hospitality (it is also known as the ” Land of Smiles”), not to mention its unique cultural heritage, attracts millions of visitors annually. Whether it`s the vibrancy & drama of the capital, Bangkok, the elegance of a Buddhist temple or the serenity of a sandy beach lapped by a turquoise sea, this book captures the essence of Thail&, using spectacular colour photos & informative background text to bring this fascinating destination to life. ...

Since the Second World War, Thailand has positioned itself as a key strategic ally of the United States, serving as a bulwark against communism in Southeast Asia & as a base for US troops during the Vietnam War. In return, the US has provided millions of dollars in military & economic aid, & staunchly supported the country`s despotic regimes. However, the twenty-first century has seen a striking reversal in Thailand`s foreign relations, with China, once a sworn enemy, now treated as a valued ally by the Thai junta. This shift reflects China`s growing status as a world power, but it has also had a dramatic impact on Thailand itself, as the country`s ruling elite ape the ` Chinese model` of authoritarianism combined with rampant neoliberalism. In Thail&, Benjamin Zawacki provides a compelling account of Thailand`s changing role in the world order, from the beginning of its alliance with the US in 1945 to the 2014 coup & beyond. Featuring extensive interviews with highly placed sources in Thailand & the US, including deposed prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, the book offers unique insight into the inner workings of the Thai elite & their dealings with the US & China. ...

Thailand: The Cookbook is the definitive guide to the food & cooking of Thail&. It

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