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It’s known as ‘the Land of Smiles’ for good reason – the wonderful Thai people know how to slow down and enjoy life. It's not too hard when you live in paradise!

Since 2003, Free and Easy has brought over 1500 people to Thailand adventure (and now a 20-day adventure too!), and the responses are still the same as they were back in 2003 – “I love Thailand”, “This trip changed my life” and “I don’t want to go home!” Just like we never tire of hearing that, we never tire of traveling in Thailand. How could we? There is something special about Thailand that captures the heart and imagination of everyone who experiences it, and has kept us loving this country more and more each year we return.

It’s known as ‘the Land of Smiles’ for good reason – the wonderful Thai people know how to slow down and enjoy life, and it’s part of their culture to pass on their infectious smiles to everyone they meet. It is not hard to smile though when you’re enjoying the warm tropical climate in one of the most astonishingly beautiful places on earth - emerald green seas, pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, sheer limestone cliffs, jaw-dropping sea life and jungles bursting with flora and fauna.
Thailand is a country that provides that feeling that you’ve escaped to an exotic land where language, religion, food and the way of life are all completely new and totally exciting. Buddhism is the religion of 90% of Thais, and is intertwined with the Thai way of life. The smells and tastes of delicious Thai food follows you from the street stalls in Bangkok to the beach side restaurants overlooking the sea, and you never grow tired of it. Elephants, monkeys, massive palm trees, boat taxis, pineapple fruit shakes, beach bbqs and Thai massage are all elements of the experience in Thailand that make each moment so enjoyable. In a world that is changing so fast, Thailand is a beautiful reminder of a place where simple living can still be the key to happiness.

Another great thing about traveling in Thailand is that a little bit of money goes a long ways. A complete Thai (or Western) meal will normally cost $2 - $3. A beer at a bar or restaurant will cost $2. T-shirts are only $4 - $5! And every day in Thailand offers opportunities for some sort of life affirming adventure - like world class rock climbing, scuba diving, jungle trekking, swimming, boat trips, caving, tubing, and more. There are also Thai cooking classes, $8 massages, yoga classes, bamboo tattoos, temple visits, fire spinning, costume parties, or just simply chilling out on a wonderful beach with a group of friends. As the Thais like to say – “up 2 you!”

And of course let’s not forget the nightlife – the Thais know how to throw a party. In many of the places you go there will be ample opportunity to shake that booty on the beach all night long.

Going on a Free and Easy trip means that you can be involved in as many fun activities as you like…or as few as you like. If swaying in your hammock with a good book and letting the day roll by is what you’re in for, then so be it. Each day presents something new, and having 20-days in this awesome country means that you can truly slow down and soak up the moment in a way that most North Americans rarely get the chance to do.