Sawasdee!
You’d be forgiven for thinking that Thailand is one endless party, looking at the antics of our bloggers and the blog posts we’ve been sharing, but there is a picturesque, spiritual side to Thailand that is world-renowned.
With ancient temples dotted throughout the lush jungle landscape, one could easily think they had used a time machine. Time truly flows more slowly in these places, as golden Buddhas look down with hooded eyes and monks bow their heads in prayer. Break through the foliage, and before you know it, you’ve reached an untouched waterfall with nothing around you but the birds chirping in the trees.
Once you’ve had your fill of the forests, it’s time to hit the beaches. These are something Thailand has in abundance. From packed tourist beaches where you go to see and be seen to private oases of relaxation, Thailand has it all. With so many to choose from, you’ll feel like an intrepid explorer, discovering personal paradises around each corner.
And with the beaches come the islands. The dramatic island landscapes are nothing short of breathtaking. With sheer cliffs and green islands dotted throughout the warm Indian Ocean, hopping from island to island on a boat is one of the best ways to spend your days in Thailand. The water is flat and warm and should you get too hot, all you need to do is hop over the side of the boat and take a quick dip.
But Thailand is not just quiet beaches and temples, if you’ve had your fill of relaxation and want to hit the hustle and bustle of the big city; Bangkok is the beating heart of Thailand. It’s loud, it’s noisy, it’s fast and it’s everything you want from a big city. From great shopping through to street food and awesome nightlife, Bangkok is it.
Sound enticing? To win your own trip to Thailand all you need to do is order a main meal at your local Simply Asia, fill in the form and put it in the box.
If you’re getting tired of the South African winter (and who isn’t?) perhaps it’s time to think Thai for a change.
