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2. Thailand: Facts and Figures
 Constitutional Monarchy
 Area: 513,120 square kilometers
 Located in Southeastern Asia, bordering the Andaman Sea
and the Gulf of Thailand, towards the south east of Burma
 Population as of 2011: 66.7 million people
 Capital City: Bangkok
 Population of Bangkok: 9.8 Million people
 5 main regions: Central, North, South, Northeast, East

3. Thailand: Facts and Figures
 Thai is the national language
 Baht: 1 baht = 100 satangs
 1 Baht = INR 1.7
 Calling code +66
 Main religion is Buddhism: 95% of population
 Economy thrives on tourism, rice, textiles &
footwear, fishery, rubber, jewelry, electronics

4. Tourist Map of Thailand

6. Travel Essentials
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Best time for good weather is October-February.
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Best time for deals is May-September.
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Many banks do not exchange Rupees into Baht.
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Book rooms well in advance if going during peak
season
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Buy Thai SIM cards. They are cheap. (1-2 call, DTAC or
True network)
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Need international driving license to drive in Thailand.
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Check Thailand news for your clients or call us.

7. Shop Till You Drop
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Shopping, shopping, shopping!
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Best buys in all of Asia!
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VAT refund of 7% for tourists.
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Bargaining possible in many malls and stores.
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Major shopping areas linked either by MRT or BTS
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Get electronics and mobile phones, trendy clothes, toys.
(iPads/iPhones, Sony Bravia LCDs/LEDs, Nokia, etc.)

8. Chiang Mai Map

9. Chiang Mai Map

10. Chiang Mai
 Thailand's second city, but in terms of
quality of living, tourist attractions and
development potential, it's second to
none in Southeast-Asia.
 More than three-hundred temples,
among them some of the most
beautiful and revered in the entire
Buddhist world.

11. Mountain Magic-Chiang Mai
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1 hour flight with Thai Airways or Air Asia from
Bangkok
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Population: 1.6 million in the province
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Great for weddings.
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High quality of life, friendly people,cool climate and
stunning mountain scenery.
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Genuine adventure with jungle tours, river rafting,
elephant rides, and hill tribe visits.

12. Mountain Magic-Chiang Mai
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Unsurpassed shopping for handicrafts, silk,
silverware, teakwood furniture, and home
decorations.
Famous attractions: Temples, Doi Suthep,
Chiang Mai Night market
From Chiang Mai, visitors can visit
neighboring cities such as Chiang Rai (2
hours by car), Lampang (30 minutes) ,and
Lampoon, Mea Hongsorn for trekking &
nature lover

13. City Attractions
 Chiang Mai is an easy city to get around. Wander around the
temples, visit the art museum, stop for a coffee, or just stroll
through the lanes in the old city - now home to funky art
shops, small restaurants and boutiques, to get a real feel for
the place..

14. Best Things to Do in Chiang Mai

15. Songkran Festival
 "Wet and wild' is description for Chiang
Mai's water-throwing fun-fest during
'Songkran' festival every April. The city is
famous for its lengthy celebrations.
Dress down, arm yourself with a water
pistol, for in this unique festival everyone
gets involved in a huge water-throwing
contest. Huge fun ('sanuk’).

16. Songkran Water Festival, Chiang Mai

17. Stroll Around the Old City
 Start at Tapae Gate, traditionally considered the main
entrance to the ancient moated city. Tha Pae Gate
restored to its former glory, forms the entrance to an area
which has become the place for top end handicraft
boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, bars and
secondhand bookstores.

18. Discover Doi Suthep
 This steep hike up 309 stairs will bring you to the peak of
Doi Suthep. you can take in breathtaking views of Chiang
Mai’s countryside. While up here your visit is not complete
without exploring Doi Suthep, golden temple. Definitely
probably the one must-see temple here if you’re pressed for
time.

19. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
 For jewellry shop along
Wulai Road, the traditional
Silversmiths area where the
metal has been crafted for
generations. In the grounds
of Wat Sri Suphan temple,
craftsmen hammer on
sheets of pure silver, tracing
out intricate filigree
designs. Inexpensive priced.

20. Take a Thai Cooking Class
 Chiang Mai cuisine is quite
distinctive from other Thai
food. Although the same
ingredients are used,
influences from Burma and
Laos result in a different style.
Learn how to cook real Thai
food in a traditional Thai
setting, with skilled and
friendly teachers in a fun
atmosphere.

21. Traditional Khantoke Dinner
 Sample some of the north's
unique cuisine with a traditional
Kantoke Dinner - ultimate dining
seated on cushions around a low
table (Khantoke) filled with
mouthwatering dishes.

22. Mae Rim Valley
 Mae Rim Valley - picture
perfect with green rice fields
backed by impressive forested
hills.
 Stop off at a waterfall (Mae Sa
waterfall) visit a snake farm,
look at rare orchids and pop
into the Mae Sa Elephant
Project.

23. Visit Doi Intanon National Park
 a beautiful area brimming with waterfalls and also home
to several hilltribes. Or visit Mae Rim, elephant camps at
Chiang Dao.

24. Tiger Camp
 Nowhere in the entire world do you get to slip into
a tiger pen and play with, pet and pose with not
only baby tigers but also full-grown cats! But you
can do it in Chiang Mai

25. Visit Chiang Mai Art Gallery
 Chiang Mai has an artistic tradition so there are many
small galleries scattered around the town featuring art by
local artists, especially around Tha Pae Road.

26. Hot Air Balloon
Groovy baby. Get a different perspective from the air!
Float over Chiang Mai in a Hot Air Balloon for the real
deal. Daily 6-9am.

27. Fun With Chiang Mai’s X-Centre
 Bungy jump from 165 feet
above the lush green
scenery of Mae Rim at the
Jungle Bungy Jump.
 Take a white-knuckle
adventure tour deep into
the jungle covered hills
surrounding Chiang Mai.

28. Fun With Chiang Mai’s X-Centre
 paintball war is huge fun.
 Roll 100 metres downhill
strapped inside a huge
inflatable Xorb Ball

29. Other Temples
There are over 300 plus temples in Chiang Mai
Wat Chiang Man
Wat Kuu Tao
Wat Chedi Luang.
Wat Phaya Singh

30. Exploring Temple in Chiang Mai

31. Thailand- A Golfer’s Paradise
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Over 200 golf courses in Thailand
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Built to top international standards,
designed by famous course builders such as
Robert Trent Jones jr., Jack Nicklaus, Greg
Norman, Arnold Palmer, Nick Faldo…
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Variety of choices: Beachside, Helipad,
Mountain side
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Green fees are moderate
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Caddies are a delight-friendly and
knowledgeable
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Chiang Mai

32. Wedding destination
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'Land of Smiles’: you will always be served with a smile.
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All the staff will go out of their way to be helpful and ensure your experience is as
wonderful as can be.
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‘Everything is possible’ mindset , makes everyone approachable, and leads to you
feeling at home away from home!
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You can expect a warm, intimate wedding, surrounded by family and your most
special friends.
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Flexibility of cuisine- from in house chef to catering services or even bring your own
chef!

33. Mountain Side Weddings
Chiang Mai

34. Do's and Don'ts in Chiang Mai
 Thais are known for their tolerance and hospitality
 Average tourist will have no difficulty in adjusting to local
customs
 As in any unfamiliar society, a visitor should, nevertheless,
be aware of certain do’s and don'ts to avoid offending
people unintentionally.

35. Do’s
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Do respect Buddha images. All Buddha images, large or small, ruined or
not, are regarded as sacred.
Dress properly when visiting a temple.
Remove shoes before entering a temple, somebody’s house and even
some shops.
Treat monks with the highest respect.
Try and keep calm no matter what the problem or provocation may be.
Do eat with a spoon. Use the fork to load food on to the spoon.
Do make your bookings and reservations for any activity through
authorized travel agents
Lower your body slightly when passing between or in front of people.
Try and learn a few basic phrases in Thai, like ‘hello’ and ‘thank you’.
Do smile a lot.
Do enjoy yourself. Thais like life to be sanuk.

36. Don’ts
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Don’t show disrespect towards the Thai Royal Family.
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Don’t point your feet at anyone or at images of Buddha.
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Don’t raise your voice or lose your temper.
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Don’t use the services of unlicensed guides and travel services.
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Don’t be rude to Thai women.
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Don’t get drunk off the plane or offend immigration officials.

37. Chiang Mai ”Temple-Culture-People”