I visited Thailand in 2010. It was one of those places in South East Asia that I had always considered to be a cheap option compared to somewhere like Bali or Malaysia, for several reasons. I know groups of young boys who have visited for one reason only, movies like The Beach only add to the idea that the place is overrun with zealous young backpackers and drug dealers and places like Phuket seem too loud and party - like for young couples. I was gravely mistaken. I'm sure much of all I just mentioned is quite common in areas and even our luxurious hotel boasted some scandalous activity involving football shirt wearing European men and certain young Thai lovelies, but there is so much more. The culture, warmth and hospitality of the people is overwhelming, the scenery spectacular, the weather glorious and the food is simply amazing. I'm not going to give you a essay about all I ate and discovered there, but if you're interested, you can read here.
