There’s an awful lot to take in on holiday in Thailand. From the busy streets of the capital Bangkok and neon lights of Phuket at night, to iconic beaches, idyllic islands and phenomenal natural landscapes in quaint villages. East most definitely meets west in a land that is exotic but welcomes in visitors with big smiles.

Thailand package holidays are sure to provide a base that is the right pace for you, but best of all, getting around is super easy, so you can explore resort after resort.

Cheap holidays to Thailand are possible throughout the year, though the cheapest months are between March and September. The temperatures sit around 29°C at this time, despite being the wet season, but if you don’t mind the chance of a shower, lower prices and less crowds can certainly be a huge attraction for some people.

Mainland or islands

The most popular beach destinations for All Inclusive holidays to Thailand are along its west coast and the islands that float in the Andaman Sea. The largest island, Phuket, is joined to the mainland by a bridge at its northernmost point and encompasses the resort of Kata Beach. Here you’ll find plenty of facilities, restaurants and luxury hotels, as well as places like the more laid-back Tri Trang. However, what Phuket is perhaps best known for is the party atmosphere of its nightlife spots, Patong and Phuket City.

Over in Krabi, on the mainland, but still facing west, it’s prime for action. Try snorkelling in the crystal clear water and around the rock formations that line the coast, or take climbing lessons up the towering limestone cliffs. Either look out across the islands from your beach spot or hop on a boat to explore isles like the iconic Phi Phi Island, made famous by the 2000 film The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

What’s more, three national parks, rugged beaches, waterfalls, mangroves and a series of small villages make up the stunning area of Khao Lak, which can be reached just north of the bridge to Phuket. Every care has been taken to preserve the beautiful landscape here and make the handful of hotels blend into it, providing a peaceful Thai haven.

Whether it’s lazing on beaches, spotting wildlife or getting your adrenaline fix, cheap Thailand holidays transport you to a paradise where you’ll find something for everyone.

Water and light festivals

Holidays to Thailand in April will be met with the hottest temperatures all year round, reaching well over 30°C, but you can cool down in the Songkran water festival, marking the Thai New Year. Water is a symbol of purity in Thai religion and during this time you can immerse yourself in the biggest water fights imaginable, as a symbolic way of cleaning your life for the future. That sounds pretty therapeutic if you ask us.

The bigger the town, the bigger the water fight, so make a beeline for Phuket City’s Bangla Road or Beach Road on April 13th (every year), while in Patong, the water fights still go on for days. Being in April, it’s the perfect time to make the mot of a cheap holiday in Thailand and you’ll still get to experience magical things like this.

Alternatively, for a more subdued festival, Loy Krathong is Thailand’s festival of lights, celebrated in November. Small flower-covered floating krathongs are sold on stalls and loaded with candles before being gently released onto the water. The sight of hundreds of the twinkling vessels is beautiful and taking part is said to bring good luck.

Food glorious food

You can eat like a king in Thailand without stepping foot inside a single restaurant, such is the abundance of good quality street vendors and market stalls. Your holiday in Thailand wil be led by the aromatic fragrances of freshly made Pad Thai or Thailand’s famous Green Curry and than you can wash it down with some coconut water, straight from the shell.

Of course there are an abundance of restaurants too. You’ll be spoilt for choice in Krabi and Phuket, where you’ll find everything your heart desires from vegetarian hideouts to Thai a la carte. Be sure to save some room for dessert too because the delicious mango and sticky coconut rice is to die for.

You’ll find that prices are much cheaper in Thailand – just a fraction of the price you’d pay in the UK, so cheap Thailand holidays really are so easy. Indeed, another way to keep the cost down is to opt for an All Inclusive hotel, this can often work out cheaper, and is an easy way to keep on top of daily spending.