By Vikas D Bags
Thailand has seen a rapid growth in tourism over the last couple of decades. It has become a popular destination for international tourists. Pristine Islands & beaches, wealth of historical gems, cultural extravaganzas and an ever-developing sex industry in Thailand attract millions of backpackers each year. Tourism is now a prominent segment of nation's fast-growing economy proving it a large employment and generating a good amount of foreign earnings. By the way, tourism in Thailand turned popular around 1960s. A dramatic rise in the number of foreign visitors was witnessed at that point of time - from 30,000-40,000 annually in 1950s to around 2, 50,000 in 1962. This number rose to double by 1970 and continued to go up with scorching pace to reach at 6 million by 1994 and around 14 million by 2008.
There are several reasons behind this remarkable growth of tourism. The foremost one is of course Thailand's natural beauty. This Southeast Asian nation is extremely beautiful with almost all facets of nature being present here. Apart from that, cultural and spiritual bounties have also been alluring components of Thai tourism. Also, faster means of communication and accessibility of all modern ambiences are some other fuelling elements. Today, all major airlines provide services to Thailand.
- Earlier, tourists to Thailand started their trip with a Bangkok visit and were confined to just the southern region of the country. They visited Bangkok's gleaming temples, the Chao Phraya River and the tribe villages of Chiang Mai. In mid-1970s, tourists started to venture beyond Bangkok and Chaing Mai, and began approaching the tropical islands like Ko Samui and Phuket along with some historical sites of Sukhothai. Later on, some exotic destinations like Pattaya became the hub of fun-loving travelers. By 1990s, trekking through the hills of Northern Thailand after exploring the greenery of Chiang Rai has also been included in Thailand itinerary. Now the average stay in Thailand is around 10 day that is more than twice of what it was in 1960s. People on tour packages Thailand travel far beyond Bangkok and its nearby regions.
With tourism constantly adding to Thailand's economical well-being, the nation has been trying to maintain and increasing the number of international travelers. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has recently called for the promotion of eco-tourism in the country. Apart from that, various modern facilities including hotels, resorts, and restaurants have been established to provide the guest with ultimate comfort and relaxation. Ayurvedic treatments and massage therapies are some additional gems for the visitors. Today, many tour companies offer tour packages Thailand to help travelers plan their trip properly. However, one can get a customized Bangkok tour package, if he wants to visit Bangkok and the nearby regions. Online availability of such packages makes it easy to reserve a suitable deal well in advance.
Author of the article is associated with Hungry bags, a leading travel website that provides tour packages Thailand through which tourists can enjoy a hassle-free tour to Thailand and a travel in Pattaya.
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Phuket Tourism - Amazing Thailand
By Willium Taylor
The glory of Phuket tourism is in its resplendent coast. This southern island is surrounded by warm turquoise waters of the Andaman. Thailand beach travel does not get any better than this, with coral reefs, cliffs, spectacular bays that range from calm and blue water beaches to rocky forelands pounded by high raging surfs. And while the coastline is considered as the icing on the cake, the cake itself is just as desirous. Phuket Tourism offers its tourists a lot more than just beaches. The island is a mixed bag of temples, aquariums, theme parks, golf courses, waterfalls, war monuments, museums and wildlife sanctuaries. A few of the must-see places in Phuket include:
- o Hat Patong (Patong Beach)
Located approximately 15 kilometers from the city, this beach is one of the most vibrant and most visited in Thailand beach travel. With a picture perfect postcard view of a 3-kilometer long white sandy beach this one is perfect for swimming, lazing, and enjoying challenging water sports such as jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, sailing and parasailing. The beach offers all ranges in accommodation, shopping and a dazzling night life.
o Phi Phi Island
With just a short 45-minute journey from Phuket, you will be transported to the tropical paradise and famous islands of Ko Phi Phi. It's the ultimate tropical getaway in Phuket tourism, where every moment is picture perfect.
o Phuket Fantasea
Located on Kamala beach, Phuket Fantasea is the ultimate night-time cultural theme park of Phuket. It has won several awards including the 'Best Attraction Thailand Tourism Award' Attractions include the Culture-Illusion Stage Show, Fantasy of the Kingdom and a spectacular buffet restaurant Golden Kinnaree Restaurant.
o Wat Phra Thong
A temple which remains as mysterious today, as it did centuries ago. A major attraction in Phuket tourism, the temple has a solid gold idol of Buddha. But here's what should interest you - the idol apparently cannot be moved. The legend goes that hundreds of people who have tried to move it since it was first found, have died. Located in Thalang, away from highway 402, this mystery temple attracts thousands of tourists every year.
With an array of international and domestic travel options and its grand hospitality, Phuket tourism offers everything you can dream of in Thailand.
Willium Taylor is a travel author. Visit Phuket tourism [http://www.amazingthailand.co.in/explore_thailand/phuket_thailand.aspx] website to enjoy Thailand beach travel along with many other Thailand tourist attractions [http://www.amazingthailand.co.in].
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