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blossoms in the winter months with endless stretches markets, quality restaurants and well-managed
of sunflowers. To move further back in time, Sukhothai historical sites. Apart from excursions to waterfalls,
province, like Ayutthaya, boasts some of the oldest caves and nearby islands, there are numerous
and most important heritage sites in Thailand. Both facilities for team-building exercises, like banana
provinces house UNESCO World Heritage Sites. boats, bike rental shops, go-kart tracks, golf courses
and paintball parks.
Another province steeped in history is Kanchanaburi,
where stands the famous Bridge on the River Kwai.
The province has some of the most beautiful tiered
waterfalls in the country, while floating wooden
homes, hotels and restaurants dot its rivers. Many
adventurous group activities can easily be organised
here, from cycling and hiking to elephant riding and
white water rafting.
Beaches and seaside towns in this region are among
the most popular and experienced MICE destinations
in Thailand. The long-time weekend getaways of
Bangkokians—Hua Hin, Cha-am and Pranburi—have
grown from sleepy towns into touristic destinations
that have managed to retain their quiet charms but
come complete with five-star accommodations,
boutique hotels, themed shopping venues, vibrant

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