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Gilded temples and historic palaces. Emerald forests and dramatic rocks rising from the sea. “The land of smiles” welcomes travelers from all over the world to explore the past, spot elephants, and relax on postcard-perfect beaches. Not to mention the food. Thai cuisine, whether from a restaurant or street stall, will have you savoring every spice. First stop, Bangkok. Eat your way through the street food, make sure to stop by The Grand Palace, and watch the sunset from a rooftop bar. To the north, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are both cultural meccas with ancient, ornate temples. For some of the best beaches, head south to the island of Phuket and claim your stretch of sand at Kamala or Pa Tong. From Phuket, you can even hop on a boat to the Similan Islands for some of the best snorkeling and diving.