Thailand Architecture Vacations

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Majestic ruins, modern skyscrapers and unique structures - this is just a sampling of what you will find on an Architecture Vacation. If historic sites are what you are seeking, pick a destination whose distant past can still be found in the landscape. Take a tour, or bring along a guide book to make the most of your journey. Find out when is the right time of day to go to avoid crowds or when the lighting is at its peak. For more modern buildings, head to a big city that's known for it's skyscrapers and other structures should as libraries, museums or sculptures. ...read more »

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Bangkok

Ancient Buddhist temples that sparkle in the sun, the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha – this is just the beginning of what Bangkok, the City of Angels has to offer. Boasting some of the most lavish hotels in the world, Bangkok is also known for its... read more »
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Chiang Mai

Built in a lush valley, the city of Chiang Mai has spectacular mountain views, rich culture and inexpensive accommodations. Travel to one of the 300 temples, shop at the Night Market, or take a popular day trip to the nearby Golden Triangle and the Meko... read more »
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Kanchanaburi

Best known for war museums and the famous bridge on the river kwai, Kanchanaburi also contains beautiful scenery and friendly people. There are many activities to enjoy (including an elephant trek), but be sure to visit the buddhist temple, where visito... read more »
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Sukhothai City

Previously the capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom and now the site of the Sukhothai historical park, Sukhothai City is an interesting travel destination. An example of the many historic and spiritual sites here is the Wat Mahatat. Tourists can also easil... read more »
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Ayutthaya

Home to ancient Buddhist ruins, palaces, and a modern city, Ayutthaya is a site of great historical significance. If you can take the heat, there are sites here which may surprise even the most travelled tourist. read more »
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Phetchaburi

Find highlights on things to do and see in Phetchaburi shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Phetchaburi across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is a city located in the Chiang Rai Province, the northernmost province in Thailand. Most tourists visit Chiang Rai on their way to the Golden Triangle, an area that borders Myanmar and Laos, and is the former opium growing region in Thailand... read more »
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Ubon Rachatani

Find highlights on things to do and see in Ubon Rachatani shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Ubon Rachatani across multiple sites to help plan... read more »
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Chiang Khan

Find highlights on things to do and see in Chiang Khan shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Chiang Khan across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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Krabi

Quickly becoming as popular as Phuket or Koh Phi Phi, Krabi has accommodations and activities to appease every travelers taste. An array of beaches, either nearby or a short boat ride away are perfect for those in need of a relaxing vacation, while thos... read more »

Top Five Architecture Trip Blogs

Crossing borders: My experience in Thailand | Nov 22 06'

by EdgeWise Magazine a real traveler from Indiana, on vacation in Bangkok

"What really impacted me is how I left feeling like I knew nothing about Thailand, more so than when I came, ironically. I realized that Thailand was a fascinating country with a rich history, and in my short weekend I didn't even start to scratch the surface."

I booked my ticket to Thailand for two reasons: I wanted to see my friend Justin, and almost all of the international students at my University had... Continue reading »
Top 10 Travel Moments in Asia | Jun 30 07'

by Aaron&Katy a traveling as a couple from Boston, on vacation in Bangkok

With our trip officially over, we set to work compiling a list of our top ten most memorable moments in Asia, where we spent the majority of our tr... Continue reading »
Bangkok: Our "how many modes of transportation can we take in one day" challenge | Jun 12 06'

by Caroline in Asia a 25 year old female from Toronto, on vacation in Bangkok

"What's my favourite thing in Bangkok so far? Pad thai...in air conditioning."

We woke up in time for the hotel's breakfast (or, more accurately, we set an alarm so that we wouldn't miss the free breakfast). It was a b... Continue reading »
A Peace of Pai | Mar 12 06'

by LoCa a real traveler, on vacation in Pai

"Deep in the Northern Mountains"

March 13, 2006From Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai to Pai, we bussed and bussed and bussed. Just a short layover in the Chiang Mai bus station, and... Continue reading »
Thailand, Bangkok: Thailand's Congested Capital | Feb 27 07'

by Kyle & Dan a real traveler from London, on vacation in Bangkok

"Once we donned some super-trendy surgical trousers, we were ready to move speedily through to see everything"

Travel to Bangkok from Koh Tao, despite its long distance, was quite easily achieved in one day. We thought we were going to have to travel overnig... Continue reading »

Thailand Travel Experiences

My first homestay impressions

I have arrived safe and sound to my village, my home for the next month. Yesterday another volunteer, Cim (pronounced Kim), and I took a... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Carla V
City of the Apes

Lopburi is known for having a large monkey population and I couldn't pass that up. After an hour ride and 17 Baht (approx $0.53) la... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler BritishJen
Kayaking Around Stunning Phang-Nga Bay And Visiti...

In our first four weeks in Phuket we have been to the spectacular Ao Phang-Nga National Park twice already. And I am sure we wi... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Ben around the world
INTO THE JUNGLE, Waterfalls, Elephants, and Bambo...

Into the Jungle for a 3 day trek!! It was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G, I've decided I could handle living in the jungle... if I could bring a lon... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler s-THAI-cey
Elephants, Monkeys and James Bond Island

Picked up at 8 again today for another busy day. Bit of a different group today - three couples all independently from Melbourne an... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler hornet