Discover Thailand: the best places to stay with kids
Although Thailand is known for its diverse tourist destinations, there are plenty of places to stay with children as well. After all, parents know that this country is also great for family vacations.
As they say about Thailand, there is something for everyone here. And something for children of all ages, writes Femina magazine..
It is known that Thais love children and are generally lenient with young visitors. This, coupled with the fact that the country is a playground with beaches, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, means that your kids can have a very good time.
Traveling in Thailand is usually painless, even if you are traveling with young children. Public transportation is convenient and inexpensive: for example, children under a certain height travel free on the tram and subway, and older children can enjoy discounted subway fares.
The excellent availability of food courts almost everywhere makes it easier to solve the problem of food. Most shopping malls have a food court as well as a large play area where your kids can play (with adult supervision, of course).
And, of course, you will find many family-friendly accommodation options, ranging from standard hotels to serviced apartments and children's resorts on the beach.
How to have a fun family vacation in Thailand
Thai Hit A Beach beaches are great for relaxing, but some are more family-friendly than others. Hua Hin Beach, in particular, is a favorite spot for local kitesurfing lessons, banana boating, and horseback riding. Other beaches to consider include Ko Samet, Tham Phra Nang Beach in Railay, Surin and Nai Harn Beach in Phuket, and Than Sadet Beach in Ko Pha Ngan.
The diversity of flora and fauna of Thailand is demonstrated in wildlife reserves and national parks. The city of Khao Yai, located near Bangkok, is especially popular. Hire a guide to help you spot monkeys, deer, and elephants. Boat tours at dusk in Amphawa will allow children to watch fireflies gathered at the foot of banyan trees.
Visit Kanchanaburi province's begging river to explore it on a river raft, paddle board or afloat with a guide. You can even make a splash at the popular Erawan Waterfall. By the way, Kanchanaburi is also home to the famous Death Railway. Older children might be interested in learning the story of how the railroad came to be at the Thailand-Burma Railway Center. Another river worth enjoying is the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, which can be traveled by water taxi or hotel boat.
If you are interested in moving to Thailand, read the article about expatriate adjustment on TravelWise.