Thailand (Siam)

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NAME AND DESCRIPTION OF TRAVEL BOOK

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PRICE

1.

Thailand Travel Guide.  Lonely Planet Publications.


Thailand blends the exotic with modern convenience: Bangkok is a gleaming city with a robust traditional cuisine and a culture of devout Buddhism, while the ancient city of Chiang Mai is spa central.
   When you're done lapping all that up, move on to cloudy mountains or lounge around on the pearlescent sand of those famous beaches.



Expanded coverage of travelling overland through remote Isan.

New chapter dedicated to responsible and sustainable travel.

Foodie recommendations for the best street stalls and gourmet meals.

Huge range of accommodation listings.
 

LONE

$28.95
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$5.80
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$14.80
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Thailand Travel Guide 6th Edition.  Rough Guide Publications.  896 pages.


“There are dozens of guides to Thailand…and the best of the bunch is the Rough Guide.” Sunday Telegraph, London.

The Rough Guide to Thailand is the most discerning and accessible handbook to this intriguing country.

 Features include:
• Full-colour section introducing the highlights of Thailand.
• Evocative coverage of all the sights, as well as the best beaches and islands.
• Critical reviews of places to stay, eat and drink across all budgets.
• Expert advice on activities ranging from trekking to spa treatments, from scuba-diving to cookery courses.
• In-depth discussion of Thailand’s history, religion and wildlife, plus surveys of music, art and cinema.
• Easy-to-read maps for every region.
 

ROUG

$25.95
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$5.80
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$14.80
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3.

Thailand Handbook 6th Edition.  Footprint Publications.  751 pages.


This fully revised sixth edition is the essential guide to the country where Buddhism meets hedonism. Packed with practical, detailed, and thoroughly researched travel information from expert authors who know the country intimately, this book has it all: the hill tribes of the North contining their age-old traditions, tranquil villages and the ruins of ancient kingdoms, and high-powered shopping malls and clubs in the loud, bustling streets of Chiang Mai and Bangkok.
   The guide offers a complete rundown of activities, including diving, rafting, riding, and massage and spa therapies.
   Footprint Thailand is the perfect companion for travelers wanting to see Thailand's many renowned sights, as well as for those desiring to depart the beaten path and discover their own personal paradise.
 

FOOT

$24.95
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$14.80
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Thailand Handbook.  Moon Publications

MOON

$19.95

5.

Thailand Baedeker’s Guide.  Random House.  584 pages

Includes: ‘A-Z Listings’ of sights and towns, along with in-depth reviews and detailed descriptions; Baedeker’s original star-rating system; solid background coverage highlighting history, culture, the economy, the people, and more; useful practical information, facts and figures, hotel and restaurant listings, and language glossaries; hundreds of full color photos throughout; and a foldout map in a clear plastic wallet

BAED

$24.95

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6.

Thailand Travel Guide.  Lonely Planet Publications (see preview below)

LONE

$25.95

  Thailand; 10th edition

Joe Cummings
1032 pages / 59 pages color / 150 maps
$25.95

Smell, taste and touch Thailand's diversity with the help of this award-winning guide. Immerse yourself in the frenetic pace of Bangkok or explore provincial Thailand's limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons, lush highland forests and ancient ruins.

• completely updated with 150 easy-to-read maps

• hundreds of places to stay for all budgets, from beach-side bungalows to palatial suites

• comprehensive guide to Thai cuisine

• user-friendly Thai language chapter, plus Thai script

• special sections covering art, music, theatre, dance, architecture and religion

  
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7.

Thailand Frommer’s Travel Guide 8th Edition.  Frommer Publications.  401 pages.


You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best.
   Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges.
   Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife.
   You'd be lost without us!
Frommer's holds the key to worry-free travel in this exotic land, with valuable cultural insights, the latest trip-planning advice, detailed maps, and smart tips on language, local customs, and getting around.
   You'll find honest, in-depth reviews of luxury beach resorts, high-tech business hotels, intimate inns, and simple guest houses and bungalows, all based on recent personal inspections.

We'll show you spectacular beaches, waterfalls, floating markets, majestic temples, ancient ruins, national parks, palaces, and traditional villages. We'll lead you to amazing restaurants, and even take you elephant trekking in the Northern Hills.
   You'll also rely on us to guide you through the confusing, bustling, but intriguing city of Bangkok (our author, who lived there while writing this guide, knows it intimately, and discovered all sorts of hidden surprises). With Frommer's in hand, you'll experience all the wonder of Thailand!
 

FROM

$22.95
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Thailand Eyewitness Travel Guide.  Dorling Kindersley Publications.  504 pages.  Size 125x217mm.


Recognized the world over by frequent flyers and armchair travelers alike. Eyewitness Travel Guides are the most colorful and comprehensive guides on the market.
   With beautifully commissioned photographs and spectacular 3-D aerial views revealing the charm of each destination, these amazing travel guides show what others only tell.




 

DORL

$25.95
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9.

Thailand Travel Guide 10th Edition.  Fodor Publications.  569 pages.


Float down the Pa Sak River at sunset, travel by elephant to an ancient Buddhist temple, gamble on a Muay-Thai bout at Lumhini Stadium, or lounge in an after-hours club in Bangkok while sipping a lemongrass-and-chili martini - Fodor's Thailand, 10th Edition offers all these experiences and more!
   Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best –"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."

- We frequently update our guide to Thailand, and we make every effort to bring you the most accurate and thorough book. Plus we provide timely updates about the area at Fodors.com.

- Unlike other travel books, Fodor's guides rely heavily on local experts who know the territory best–so you know you're seeing the real Thailand.

- We give you the planning tools you need to tailor your trip. We give options for all budgets. You make the choices.
 

FODR

$23.95
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$5.80
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$14.80
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10.

Maverick Guide To Thailand.  Pelican Publishing Company.  384 pages.  Size 5½”x8½”.  Includes color maps

PELI

$15.95

11.

Thailand Green Guide.  Michelin Travel Publications

MICH

$19.95

12.

Thomas Cooke’s Illustrated Travel Guide To Thailand.  Passport Books.  192 pages.  Size 5¼”x7½”.  Includes maps and full color photos

PASS

$12.95

13.

Thailand Pocket Guide.  Berlitz Publishing.  144 pages.  Size 4”x5¾”.

Includes language and cultural tips; updated hotel and restaurant information catering to every budget; color-coded quick-reference sections with lists of most frequently used phrases and expressions; full color photos and graphics; maps and town plans; updated information covering amenities, transport, and emergencies; practical advice for leisure and business travel; and comprehensive recommendations for shopping, sports, festivals, and nightlife

BERL

 $ 8.95

14.

Thailand Insight Guide.  APA Publications

APAP

$22.95

15.

Thailand Nelles Guide.  Nelles Verlag

NELS

$14.95

16.

Thailand Insight Pocket Guide.  APA Publications

APAP

$12.95

17.

Thailand Insight Compact Guide.  APA Publications

APAP

 $ 7.95

18.

Exciting Thailand.  Periplus Editions.  Size 9”x12”.  Includes more than 100 full color photos, and 4 maps

PERI

 $ 9.95

**  Click here to order the Thailand Travel Guide of your choice!  **

**  Click here to view our beautiful collection of Thailand maps  **

**  Click here to view our collection of Thai
      Language Books, Cassettes, and Dictionaries  **

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Thai Phrasebook.  Lonely Planet Publications

LONE

 $ 6.95

20.

Thailand Tourist Road ATLAS.  Lonely Planet Publications

LONE

 $ 8.95

21.

Thailand Culture Shock!  Graphic Arts Center Publishing Company.  Size 5¼”x7¾”.  Includes a cultural quiz and glossary.

With this guide, you’ll never feel intimidated and awkward about the customs and etiquette of Thailand.  You’ll learn to see beyond the stereotypes and misinformation that often precede a visit to this foreign land.  Whether you plan to stay for a week or a year, you’ll benefit from an understanding of such topics as the rules of driving and monetary systems; and religious practices and social customs.  There are tips on political traditions, and building friendships and business relationships.  Packed with practical, accurate, and fun-to-read information, this guide will make you feel ‘right at home’ even before you go

CULT

$12.95

22.

Diving In Thailand.  Hippocrene Books

HIPP

$22.95

23.

The Dive Sites of Thailand.  NTC Publishing

NTCP

$24.95

24.

A Guide To The Birds of Thailand.  Saha Karn Bhaet Co., Ltd.  Size 5¾"x8½".  457 pages.  Hardcover.  Printed on high quality glossy white paper.

Includes 135 pages of beautiful full-color illustrations, covering over 1,100 species and sub-species of birds in Thailand.  Also includes considerable information on the geography and topography of Thailand; a descriptive list of the top 33 bird-watching sites; and a list of Thailand's National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.
   The text of the book describes each of the bird species according to color and markings, and indicates the particular habitat for each bird species.  A tremendous undertaking and a truly remarkable book!

SAHA

$29.95

25.

Hill Tribes Phrasebook.  Lonely Planet Publications

LONE

 $ 5.95

LITERATURE & FOLKTALES OF THAILAND

26.

Anna and the King of Siam.  Harper Collins Publishing.  400 pages.  Size 5¼”x8”

HARP

$13.95

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