Bangkok was the first stop on my first Round The World ticket back in 1995. I spent a month travelling the country seeing the north and south and, having never really been out of Europe before, I was totally amazed by Thailand.

I've been back many times since, sometimes stopping just a night in Bangkok on the way to other Asian countries and sometimes spending another month travelling to new places. Thailand is never dull, there is so much to see and do, and there are always new places / islands to visit every time you go.

The people are genuinely friendly, the countryside diverse, the beaches some of the best I've ever been to, and the food is still my all-round favourite of any country I've ever visited.

My first time in Thailand was part of a 3 month trip through South-East Asia after graduating from University. I immediately fell in love with the country.

My personal highlight was definitely Koh Tao, where I did my PADI scuba diving course. It was absolutely amazing. I loved every minute, even when I almost knelt on a poisonous stone fish while on a night dive!

You will probably have tried Thai food back at home, but the real thing is very special. The ingredients are sometimes weird and wonderful but you can be sure that your meal will be absolutely delicious. I could live forever on Massaman curries!

Thailand is such a beautiful place and has so much to offer. Whether you’re after stunning beaches and beautiful corals or rolling hills and jungle adventures, Thailand is the place to go.

I visited Thailand in 2005 as part of a Round the World Ticket during my gap year before attending university. I have been recommending it ever since.

A definite highlight for me was hill tribe trekking in Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. Not only did I encounter real hill tribe communities, but was also able to ride elephants and taste some authentic Thai cuisine (including rat!).

Thailand really does have something for everybody; beautiful beaches, inspiring temples, stunning dive sites and most importantly, incredibly warm and friendly people.

Ever since visiting Thailand I’ve been looking forward to going back!

2001 marked the beginning of my obsession with Asia!

I flew into Thailand and travelled around for about 6 weeks, and have been back several times since. My most recent trip was 6 months travelling through Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos and finally Vietnam.

This area of Asia, Thailand in particular has everything, it is very hard to leave. I think anyone lucky enough to experience it longs to go back the moment they leave...

I was studying towards a PhD in Shakespeare when I was struck by itchy feet. Finally, after several bouts of travelling, I decided to move into the field professionally, and I have been working in travel ever since. Before joining Thailand Travel Plan, I spent one year organising safari holidays in Southern Africa.

In 2005, I travelled independently through South East Asia- Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam- on a trip that I booked through Travel Nation. I was amazed by the incredible warmth of the people, the beauty of the landscape, and (of course) the weather, in each of these countries. I had to drag myself away, and I couldn't wait to return.

Since then I have been hooked on Asia at large, and I have very recently spent 3 months backpacking through India alone.

In addition to Asia, I spent a total of around 4 months travelling across South Africa and 6 months living in Italy to learn the language.

I have visited Thailand countless times over the last couple of decades and am always utterly charmed by the people and the atmosphere there. Thailand has so much going for it that it really can be all things to all people. Also of course, in common with so many other visitors, when in Thailand, I am in food paradise...especially that beef salad they do ...