Plan a wildlife viewing vacation for an experience you'll never forget. Cities can provide a quick glimpse of your favorite critters, while safaris, wildlife parks, or a trip to a rainforest will give you the adventure of a lifetime. Most areas with large populations of animals provide touring services and accommodations so that even if you’re not an animal expert, a guide will help you follow the path of the herd and understand the animals in their environment better.
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Top wildlife viewing cities
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photo by Real Traveler PoppleChiang 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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photo by Real Traveler The KuhtasKanchanaburi
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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photo by Real Traveler Jan & LeePhi Phi Islands
Between the larger island of Phuket and mainland Thailand lies the Phi Phi Islands, a Thai getaway perfect for any traveler seeking adventure and relaxation. Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest island in the group, and also the only one with permanent inhabi... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Matt and JessBangkok
 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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photo by Real Traveler The JourneyersPhuket
The Pearl of the South, Phuket has become a favorite destination for tourists in Southeast Asia. Whether participating in water sports or clubbing across Patong Beach, now is the perfect time to see the restored beauty of this city. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Aaron&KatyKo Tao
Ko Tao is a Thai island located on the eastern shore of the Gulf of Thailand. Named by its first settlers for its turtle-like shape, Ko Tao also is also a breeding ground for Hawksbill and Green turtles. Ko Tao has over 150 bungalow-style resorts for tr... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler The Cheng FamilyChiang Mai Province
Find highlights on things to do and see in Chiang Mai Province shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Chiang Mai Province across multiple sites to... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler LoCaPai
Just north of Chiang Mai is the sleepy town of Pai, on the way to Mae Hong Son. Bohemian in nature, travelers can getaway into the mountains for trekking or stay in Pai to learn Thai massage. Other getaways include a visit to surrounding villages or to... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Liz BolivarKo Samui Region
Located off the eastern coast of Thailand, the Ko Samui region features white sand beaches with warm gulf waters, gardens and marine parks, as well as historical sites for travelers to explore. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Chris & CatherineKo Chang
Ko Chang is the islands for Bangkok's expats. Not known previously to tourists, Ko Chang is a protected marine park with elephant trekking, wide beaches and waterfalls. Thai cooking schools will teach the traveler about the cuisine, but Ko Chang is best... read more »
Top Five Wildlife Viewing Trip Blogs
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Ko Tao - Dive, dive, dive! | Sep 04 06'
"saw loads of fish - barracudas, a moray eel, parrotfish, rabbit fish, anemonefish"
From the train station at Chumphon, we bought a ticket for a bus/boat combo to get us to Ko Tao. You can get either a fast or slow boat. We chose t... Continue reading »
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The Beach The Sequel | Aug 21 07'
After The Beach was filmed here, Ko Phi Phi became the island paradise that everyone had always dreamed about. Strikingly beautiful lagoons, scenic... Continue reading »
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Thailand, Koh Chang: Elephant Island | Mar 05 07'
"We both took a long, hard look at the river we would be swimming in and noticed all the large mounds of elephant dung floating around"
The minibus that we booked in Bangkok for our Koh Chang trip was the nicest van we had travelled on yet in Thailand. We obviously chose a good tour... Continue reading »
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Thailand, Kanchanaburi: Floatin' on a River | Mar 02 07'
"The people in the photographs were emaciated from a lack of any substantial food and from the heavy physical work they had to endure"
What we thought would be a nice trip away from the big and crowded, dirty and dusty, busy city of Bangkok ended up being a remarkably enjoyable exp... Continue reading »
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A Peace of Pai | Mar 12 06'
"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 Travel Experiences
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From Bangkok to Sangkhlaburi and back on an 8-day...
We loved our 8-day Intrepid tour, A Taste of Thailand! The highlights were:Riding elephants for an hour and a half through farmland... Continue reading »
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My own personal zoo
Today two teachers and I had lunch at the hotpot/bbq restaurant next door. We stuffed ourselves with pork, squid, vegetables, noodles, d... Continue reading »
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One Night in Bangkok...(or maybe two!)
Hi All,So we finally arrived in Bangkok….much awaited after a delayed flight and feeling hot, sweaty & tired, only to be greeted by a... Continue reading »
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Chinese festival= a carnival
Please check out my gallery of new pictures and videos: http://picasaweb.google.com/CarlaVassilos Last night I had a hard time fallin... Continue reading »
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Home Away From Home
We traveled to the province of Samut Songkhram to stay in one of the Department of Agricultural Extension's Agro-tourism project. &n... Continue reading »
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