Why Thailand Should Be On Your Vacation Bucket-List?

Situated in the heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand is a tropical paradise where you feel pampered by nature. The beautiful crystal clear waters in front, palm trees and limestone cliffs on the backdrop, and the white sand beach to enjoy peace with your loved ones; what more do you need?

However, there is much more to Thailand than meets the eye. Tourists also reserve Krabi, Bangkok, or Phi Phi island holiday packages. The reason is that all these Thailand spots are gems of nature that demand separate tours to explore their attractions. Those who have been to Thailand can understand these emotions and facts. However, if you’ve never been to Thailand and are confused about whether to visit the place, then this article is dedicated to you. Let us tell you why over 28.15 million people visit Thailand every year and why you should. Let’s begin!

Reasons To Visit Thailand On Your Next Vacation Trip

Epic Beach Offerings

You can’t justify Thailand’s popularity without discussing its beach life. It is the prime attraction that entices tourists from all over the globe. Whether Krabi, Koh Samui, Phuket, Phi Phi Island, or any other place, each spot is known for its beaches. Let’s discuss these spots briefly:

• Koh Samui: The second largest island after Phuket, Koh Samui houses several beaches, such as Chaweng, Bophut, Lamai, and many others. You can reserve luxury beachside resorts to enjoy first-rate services during your stay and head to 5-star restaurants to savor authentic Thai dishes. All the beaches are perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and other water activities, and given the weather, they are also suitable. The nighttime is also fun as you can visit any pubs or clubs that operate after dark.
• Phuket: Draped in lush greenery and covering several sandy beaches, Phuket is an island known for Buddhist Shrines. Forty-nine beaches on the island attract 10 million foreign tourists annually. Tourists can relax on the beaches, enjoy sunset views, host private events, throw beach parties, and enjoy nightlife. There are many bars and restaurants where you can savor Thai seafood and dishes that smell nice and taste delicious. They are also easy to cook and healthy to consume.
• Railey Beach: Although it is a single beach spot, Railey deserves a separate mention. Its lofty limestone cliffs provide a backdrop, and the clear blue waters front the beach. The beach is also secluded from Thailand’s inland area, so you can relax peacefully.

Phi Phi Island: Thailand’s Major Island Attraction

The second reason to visit Thailand is its amazing Phi Phi Island or Koh Phi Phi. The reason is its amazing landscape and natural attractions you can’t find on any other island. That’s why tourists book separate Phi Phi Island holiday packages to tour around the island. Just in 2023, more than 1.15 million tourists visited this tropical heaven. So, you can imagine the magnetic pull of this place well. Let’s dissect why:

• Snorkeling & Diving: Looking for some water fun? If you’re visiting Koh Phi Phi in the dry season, then the calm and clear ocean waters are perfect for swimming, diving, and snorkeling due to their clear visibility. You can swim and explore the vibrant coral reefs and marine life of Bida Nai and Bida Nok.
• Beach Relaxation: Want to soak some Vitamin D? Get your Umbrella and chair and head to Long or Laem Tong Beaches. Watch the beautiful ocean views while sipping pricey cold brews, playing beach sports, or picnicking with your loved ones, making your Koh Phi Phi luxury holidays worth it.
• Trekking and Rock Climbing: You can trek to the Phi Phi Viewpoint to enjoy beautiful views of the islands or climb the limestone cliffs. If you want to visit the humble abode of the famous Viking tribes, reserve a boat tour to the Viking Caves and see their temporary resorts from a distance.
• Nightlife: If you want to have fun at night, head to Phi Phi Don, famous for its vibrant nightlife. You can visit several beach bars, clubs, and restaurants, savor Thai dishes, and watch fire shows.
• Boat Tours & Island Hopping: You can reserve boat trips and explore the Phi Phi Islands and its famous spots like Maya Bay, Bamboo Island, and Monkey Beach.

Bangkok’s Street Art Culture

This capital of Thailand is known for its beaches, Thai massage services, food culture, and ancient spots. However, you can also find these attractions in other cities or provinces. But what makes Bangkok unique is its street art culture. Let us show you a sample of what you can expect:

• Chalermla Park: Whether you’re a fan of Graffiti art or not, this place mesmerizes everyone equally. Turned into an alfresco graffiti art gallery during the inaugural Bukruk Urban Arts Festival, the place exhibits the works of both unknown and known street artists. You’ll find the ‘Falling Mardi’ art created by the artist Alex Face to be the most interesting. The reason is that the artist’s young daughter inspires the character.
• Khlong Saen Saep: Walk through Canal Street, and you can enjoy the fantastic street artwork of the local artists along the way. You’ll cross the YELO House art space on your way, where you can enter and observe the artworks of professional global artists. There are many on-site cafes, restaurants, and shops so that you can have leisure time there.
• Chok Chai 4: You can watch fantastic street art exhibitions while shopping at the Chok Chai 4 market. The street arts there are dedicated to showing messages of liberty and breaking free from the shackles of mental and physical slavery. You can also enjoy the annual Lud Pon (set free) festival here. The exhibition displays works of talented Bangkok street artists, including Alex Face, Panda Dew, Chun Smith  Pakorn, Asin, Bongo, Bonus, Dark1, etc.

The World-Famous Thai Massage

One of the unique aspects that Thailand is known for globally is its unique massage services. Let’s discuss a few of them:

• Traditional Thai Massage: The practitioner uses rocking, pulling, bending, and stretching to relieve tension, promote relaxation, and improve circulation and flexibility. Within 1.5-2 hours of the session, your nervous system strengthens, and blood circulation is activated.
• Thai Oil Massage: The massager uses one of the jasmine, coconut, papaya, lemongrass, or lavender oils to apply on the body and apply firm or gentle pressure to relax the body. The guest is also pampered with some stretching techniques that relieve stress.
• Pinda Massage: This massage uses a mix of essential and herbal oils heated with steam, which includes plant medicinal properties. The massager applies the oil with specific movements to improve blood and lymphatic circulation and relieve muscle tension.

Several other aspects of Thailand make it one of the top holiday spots in the world, such as Thai food and ancient sites. But that’s a discussion for another time. If the features mentioned in this tropical country have charmed you enough, contact Virikson Holidays and reserve your tickets. Reserve our special Phi Phi Island holiday packages to enjoy this magical place’s diverse attractions and activities.