Amazon.co.uk Review
Many backpackers refer to the various Lonely Planet guides as South East Asia bibles, and indeed treat them as such. Taking just a glimpse at
Lonely Planet: Thailand, it's not difficult to understand why. Crammed into over 1000 pages is everything you could want to know about pretty much every region of Thailand. From the southern provinces bordering on Malaysia, to the main coastal destinations such as Phuket and Koh Samui, from the intense heat of Bangkok to the amazing architecture around Ayutthaya and the contrasting tranquillity of the north, the people at Lonely Planet give you as much practical information on places to stay, eat and visit as possible. Updated regularly, the guides try to keep abreast of the rapid development in Thailand and give you the latest, vital information on how much you can expect to pay--particularly useful for that first trip in a Songthaew or Tuk-tuk.
As always there is detailed information about the culture and history of Thailand. However, for many the focus is on the practicalities of finding accommodation and getting where you're going (once you have used the handy maps to figure out where you are). Particularly useful are the suggested itineraries which give an idea of what you can fit in whether you are staying for a couple of weeks or several months. For those wanting to concentrate their stay on the main attractions of Bangkok and Thailand's coastal regions, Lonely Planet: Thailand's Islands and Beaches is perhaps a better bet. However, if you fancy being a little more adventurous and seeing more of Thailand, Lonely Planet: Thailand is certainly a good place to start. --Caroline Butler
The Times
For reliable and authoritative travel information reach for your Lonely Planet guide.
Outside
As usual the guidebook standard is set by Lonely Planet.
Product Description
This travel guide to Thailand includes descriptions of key attractions, from golden wats and swan-boat races to powder-white beaches and hill-tribe trekking; the best places to savour Thai cuisine; and an extensive language chapter featuring Thai script.
From the Back Cover
Smell, taste and touch Thailand's diversity with the help of this award-winning guide. Immerse yourself in the frenetic pace of Bangkok or explore provincial Thailand's limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons, lush highland forests and ancient ruins.
- Completely updated with 150 easy-to-read maps
- Hundreds of places to stay for all budgets, from beach-side bungalows to palatial suites
- Comprehensive guide to Thai cuisine
- User friendly Thai language chapter, plus Thai script
- Special sections covering art, music, theatre, dance, architecture and religion
