Population Estimate (Dec06) - 62,828,706
Official Languages - Thai
Area (Total) - 513,115 km²
Largest City - Bangkok
Curreny - Baht
Time Zone - UTC+7

Thailand draws visitors from across the world with an irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, relaxing beaches, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, delightful cuisine and remnants of vast ancient kingdoms.

Always a popular destination for Australians, Thailand offers a holiday with many points of difference - your break can be as simple or as complex as you choose. Relax on a beach or ride elephants through a jungle. Enjoy an amazing Thai meal or learn to create that meal yourself.

While Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket have been popular for years, many holiday makers are now discovering the magic of Thailand’s ‘hidden secrets’ - including the beaches of the East Coast, islands like Koh Samui and historical Chiang Mai in the northern mountains.

Thailand offers visitors the many staples required for a great holiday - wonderful food, a vibrant culture, fantastic shopping, ample accommodation, and plentiful opportunities to enjoy the nightlife and entertainment, or to kick back and unwind in complete relaxation.

From the peaks of Mae Hong Son and the limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, to the dance clubs of Bangkok and the tranquil floating villages moored along the Mekong River, Thailand offers something for every type of traveller.