Rough Guides Thailand: Travel Guide with eBook - Softcover

Guides, Rough; Cottrell, Christopher; Bird, Thomas; Gray, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1835294073 ISBN 13: 9781835294079

Publisher: Rough Guides, 2026

Synopsis

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Thailand, written by Thailand experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.

Inside this Thailand travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive – in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews
• Itinerary samples – tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles
• Practical information – essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly
• Expert recommendations – insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities
• Seasonal tips – when to go to Thailand, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
• Must-see pick – unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - Ko Kood, Ayutthaya, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Khao Yai National Park, Vegetarian Festival, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Sergeant Major Thawee Folk Museum, Khao Sok National Park, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Songkran, Jim Thompson House, Khmer Ruins, night markets, traditional massage, Full Moon Party
• Easy-to-use maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
• Cultural insights – engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Thailand
• Language essentials – Thai phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals
• Inspiring travel photography – stunning full-color images capturing the essence of Thailand, and fueling your wanderlust
• Designed for comfort and sustainability – a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials
• Bonus eBook – free download with purchase for added convenience
• Coverage includes: Bangkok, the central plains, the north, the east coast, Isaan, the Gulf coast, the Andaman coast, the deep south

Travel smart and experience Thailand with confidence. Let this guide to Thailand be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.

About this title

About the Authors

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

Christopher Cottrell first came to teach in Thailand in 1997 and has extensively travelled the country, as well as China, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and Latin America since then, contributing news articles to CNN, Fodor's, The Guardian, The New York Times, and the South China Morning Post.

Having edited a magazine in Shenzhen, worked as a newspaper reporter in Taiwan and co-authored over twenty guidebooks and coffee table books, Thomas Bird has kept himself reasonably busy over two decades spent in East Asia. His first book Harmony Express: Travels by Train Through China was published in 2023 by Earnshaw Books. He occasionally prints his musings in the South China Morning Post and other sympathetic publications. When he's not travelling, or writing, he can be found in a smoky live lounge somewhere pondering the Zhuangzi.

After twenty years of toing and froing, Paul has recently settled down in Thailand. He is the author of The Rough Guide to Thailand and co-author of The Rough Guide to Thailand's Beaches and Islands, as well as The Rough Guide to Ireland. He has edited and contributed to many other guidebooks, including an update of his native Northeast for the Rough Guide to England.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rough Guides
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1835294073
• ISBN 13: 9781835294079
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 744