This practical travel guide to Thailands Beaches & Islands features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Thailands Beaches & Islands guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Thailands Beaches & Islands easier to navigate while youre there. This guide book to Thailands Beaches & Islands has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to Thailands Beaches & Islands covers: Bangkok, The East Coast, Southern Thailand: the Gulf coast, Southern Thailand: the Andaman Coast, The deep South. Inside this Thailands Beaches & Islands travel guide youll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Thailands Beaches & Islands, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in  Phetchaburi, to family activities in child-friendly places, like Ang Thong National Marine Park or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Ko Pha Ngan. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Thailands Beaches & Islands entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of Thailands Beaches & Islands, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Thailands Beaches & Islands travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for diving, snorkelling, sea-canoeing, cycling, massages, boat trips or rock-climbing. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides rundown of  Ko Samet, Ko Chang, Phetchaburi and Ko Pha Ngans best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Thailands Beaches & Islands, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Thailands Beaches & Islands guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive Contexts chapter of this travel guide to Thailands Beaches & Islands features fascinating insights into Thailands Beaches & Islands, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Tham Phraya Nakhon Cave Complex and the spectacular Ko Mook. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Bangkok, Phuket and many more locations in Thailands Beaches & Islands, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.