Thailand Holidays – What Makes Them So Special

Thailand is an utterly spectacular holiday destination that offers a peek into the extraordinary melange of traditional and modern. Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai are its biggest attractions making flights to Thailand popular among travellers.

Thailand is the way to head to, if one is looking for a holiday destination that offers something for every one. One of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, Thailand is rich in both local as well as foreign cultures. From wonderful beaches to stunning religious sites and from large shopping malls to private holiday resorts – Thailand offers you just about everything!

The numerous attractions and charms that await people have made sure that tickets on cheap flights to Thailand are booked as soon as they are announced. There is lot to see and experience in this wonderful country, and even the most seasoned of travellers is bound to be stimulated on his Thailand holidays. Despite the fact that millions travel to Thailand each year, the country has been successful in retaining its quintessential identity with its own fantastic culture and history.

Get yourself acquainted with few of the country’s finest vacation spots that ensure that Thailand remains the hub of tourist activity in the region.

Bangkok

Bangkok is the scintillating capital city of Thailand that has been the major attraction for travellers catching flights to Thailand. Over the period of time, Bangkok has turned into a massively popular tourist destination that tempts holiday makers who wish to have a time of their lives. It would not be wrong to say that most of the credit for spiralling demand for Thailand flights goes to the beautiful city of Bangkok!

Bangkok’s top tourist attractions include the Grand Palace, Bangkok temples (Wat Pho and Wat Aroon), Thailand National Museum and Jim Thomson's House. The city is also renowned for its delicious food and wonderful shopping options (Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Lampraya Floating Market). Some of the cheapest hotels in Thailand can also be found in Bangkok.

Phuket

Phuket is no less a tourist magnet, enticing people from all parts of the world to search for airlines offering tickets with cheap airfares on flights to Thailand. Phuket is replete with stunning natural wonders that include balmy beaches and lush forests, making this beach resort excessively popular among leisure travellers. Phuket as tourist spot is mostly known for its range of water activities like jet skiing, para gliding, wind surfing and boating. The marine life at Phuket is really tempting and entices adventurers to don on a diving suit to explore its various realms!

This is not to say that attractions in Phuket are just limited to water activities and there is not much to sightsee! Thai Village and Orchid Farm and Phuket Aquarium are few options that people can check out while sightseeing in Phuket.

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a mirror of glorious Thai dynasties. This metropolis has effectively emerged as the incredible amalgam of rich history and traditions of Thailand. Chiang Mai is prolific with great hotels, resorts and spas, finest Buddhist temples, active nightlife, and amiable denizens.

Trekking, elephant rides, mountain-biking, white-water rafting, rock-climbing expeditions and myriad other adventure activities make Chiang Mai a hit with solo travellers and backpackers who book cheap flights to Thailand. One can immerse in Buddhist culture, relaxing massage and meditation and learn to cook Thai cuisine at city's cookery schools – some of the activities for peace of mind and soul.

Pattaya

Pattaya is yet another popular spot for vacationers. Particularly famous among the young crowd for its nightlife, Pattaya is conveniently accessible from Bangkok and thus travelling to the city is absolutely hassle-free. Pattaya’s sun-bathed beaches are big allures for travellers just like the range of sports and adventure activities it boasts of. There is surely no dearth of entertainment options for people in Pattaya.

World-famous ballet dancers to perform in Cape Town

Travellers on flights to Cape Town could decide to take in a performance of Swan Lake during their visit as some of the world's best dancers are set to take part in a production.

The Artscape Opera House is set to play host to the iconic ballet, which opens at the venue on August 19th 2011.

It will then run until August 26th, with director Elizabeth Triegaart producing her interpretation on Tchaikovsky's masterpiece.

The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra will be accompanying the dancers, with special guests Daria Klimentova and her partner Vadim Muntagirov at selected performances.

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Advice for keeping comfortable when flying

People who are taking long journeys such as flights to Cape Town have been offered advice on how they can make their trip more comfortable.

Providing tips, Silver Travel suggested to people anticipating long trips soon that if they suffer from their ears popping on a flight, they should remember to have plenty of drinks or take sweets to suck.

Those who find they have dry skin due to the low humidity level on aircraft were advised to take a lip balm or moisturiser on the flight with them and to avoid beverages like tea, coffee and alcohol, as these can dehydrate the body even more.

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Heavy snow expected for Christchurch

People heading on flights to Christchurch in order to enjoy winter sports this weekend could be pleased to hear that heavy snowfall is predicted.

As much as 20 cm of snow has been predicted to fall on Canterbury between August 14th and 17th 2011, according to New Zealand's Blue Skies forecasters.

"Accumulations could easily exceed 50cm over three days above 200m," the service predicted, stating that it could be similar to levels which were recorded a couple of weeks ago.

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Nature lovers to book flights to South Africa for Penguin Festival

The Simon's Town Penguin Festival in October might tempt holidaymakers with a passion for wildlife to book flights to South Africa.

Scheduled to take place between October 13th and 16th, the event is a celebration of the flightless birds that live in the region.

People who already have flights to Cape Town booked at this time may want to take a short break from their stay in the city to travel to the coastal area for the gathering, as it is located only 35 km away.

South Africa is noted for its abundant wildlife and holidaymakers planning a trip to the country may want to see what other creatures they can spot.

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Melbourne to stage Lady Gaga-themed fashion show

Music fans who have embarked on cheap flights to Melbourne this week may be keen to attend a free city-centre event aimed at welcoming international students to the city.

The Lord Mayor's Semester Two Student Welcome, set to take place on Saturday (July 30th), will involve a Lady Gaga-themed fashion show, African drumming demonstrations and bush dancing.

Clothes from local designers Worn Wild, GeoMythink, Fashion Ninja and more will be showcased at the free celebration, which will be held at City Square.

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