Located at the very heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand - formerly the Kingdom of Siam - is bordered by the Gulf of Thailand to the south and the Indian Ocean to the west. This mystical country benefits from an ideal climate, with soothing tropical breezes and average temperatures of between 75 and 92 degrees Fahrenheit (24 and 33 degrees Celsius). It is also extremely accessible, with frequent direct flights from many cities around the globe.

For centuries, visitors have celebrated the splendor of Thailand’s stunning and varied landscapes, as well as the gentleness of its welcoming and friendly people. Curiously it is the only country in Southeast Asia never to have been colonized - indeed, much of its charm may be due to the fact that it has been allowed to evolve naturally, to become a colourful melting pot of cultures, traditions, influences and exotic scents and mouth-watering cuisine that combine to inspire and tantalise the senses.

With so much to offer, it is unsurprising that Thailand has been ranked consistently amongst the world’s most popular travel destinations. With the recent relaxation of property ownership laws, overseas purchasers can now invest with greater confidence in a secure and growing residential market, whilst enjoying the lifestyle benefits associated with this wonderful and prosperous country.