THAILAND QUICK GUIDE
THOUGHTS: Thailand is the epitome of backpacking in SE Asia. It is hands down the most popular backpacking destination in the world- and for good reason! The countless islands, parties, and activities atract young travelers from all over the world. While the "Banana Pancake Trail" can get crowded, it makes meeting other travelers and getting around a breeze!
TOP PLACES: Chiang Mai, Ko Phi Phi, Phuket
CURRENCY: Thai Baht (36:1 USD)
TRAVEL ROUTE: Bangkok -> Chiang Mai -> Chiang Rai -> Pai -> Pattaya -> Phuket -> Krabi -> Ko Phi Phi -> Ko Samui -> Ko Pha Ngan -> Ko Tao
TIPS: Travel in July-August and November-February for prime weather
RECOMMENDED (1-10): 9
THOUGHTS: Thailand is the epitome of backpacking in SE Asia. It is hands down the most popular backpacking destination in the world- and for good reason! The countless islands, parties, and activities atract young travelers from all over the world. While the "Banana Pancake Trail" can get crowded, it makes meeting other travelers and getting around a breeze!
TOP PLACES: Chiang Mai, Ko Phi Phi, Phuket
CURRENCY: Thai Baht (36:1 USD)
TRAVEL ROUTE: Bangkok -> Chiang Mai -> Chiang Rai -> Pai -> Pattaya -> Phuket -> Krabi -> Ko Phi Phi -> Ko Samui -> Ko Pha Ngan -> Ko Tao
TIPS: Travel in July-August and November-February for prime weather
RECOMMENDED (1-10): 9
