Is Thailand similar to Bali?

Having been fortunate enough to have travelled to both Bali and Thailand, I can recognise that these popular destinations in South East Asia have many similarities. Both are rich in cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, delicious Asian cuisine and beautiful beaches, but they do have distinct differences too.



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Bali isn't the only popular travel destination where stomach bugs are common. Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia are also prone to cases of travellers' diarrhoea, alongside countries in Central America, South America, the Middle East and Africa.

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Thailand all-inclusive resorts provide you more for your money and reduce your planning stress. While their exact offerings will vary, you can usually expect meals and drinks to be included with your room rate, often with unlimited options. That's what we call a relaxing vacation!

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When planning a trip to Bali, I recommend planning to spend at least 5 days in Bali. However, 10 days to 2 weeks would ultimately be best, allowing you to explore everything the island offers. You can also go for as little as 3 days, but you can only visit one location.

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The cheapest times for accommodation in Bali coincide with the wet season, October through to March. During this time, tourism numbers are lower so hotels in Bali are cheaper due to a lack of demand and act as a draw to bring more people in.

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Bali remains one of Southeast Asia's most friendly and most visited tourist destinations. The people are welcoming, and very few tourists experience real problems. Like any place you visit, commonsense is necessary to avoid danger, especially at night in unsafe neighborhoods.

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Every Kind Of Natural Beauty. Beyond stunning beaches and magical temples, Bali has virtually every kind of natural beauty. Glorious mountainous areas with lush greenery, scenic lakes, gorgeous waterfalls, iconic rice fields, flower gardens, gushing sacred rivers and secret canyons all make up the island's landscape.

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To get the most out of Thailand, plan on spending about 12 days. After all, the country is comparable in size to Spain and offers a rich culture dating to around the 13th century, so it takes time to see the highlights.

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For the entirety of our 20 Day Thailand Trip -- A Dose of Paradise, we would recommend a budget of $550 - $1200. Any travel budget will fluctuate between personalities, so ask yourself: What type of traveller are you? The Hippie brings about $550-$700 for the 20 days.

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On average, most people spend about 10 days to two weeks in Thailand and if you want to experience the best of what the country can offer, this should give you enough time to visit the must-see sites and to even discover a few hidden gems. And there is much more to Thailand than just Bangkok.

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If you have a smaller budget then you can easily get by with about $10 per day-if you just plan on hanging at the beach and eating local food. If you're looking to eat at the higher-end restaurants explore the island and enjoy all of its many attractions, then you'll need a bit more, like $25 to $50 per day.

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Bali offers more hotel choices than Phuket does. If you're a surfer, Bali is your choice for its collection of world-class breaks. On the other hand, Phuket's beaches are more scenic and laidback, great for those preferring island beach escapades with a mix of water sports and just lazing on the sand.

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