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Thailand: The Monocle Handbook
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The sixth edition in Monocle's best-selling travel handbook series, with everything you need to plan a short trip, or a longer stay, in Thailand. From bustling markets to the renowned art galleries and contemporary architecture of Bangkok, and beyond to beaches, rainforests and national parks, this...
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Description
The sixth edition in Monocle's best-selling travel handbook series, with everything you need to plan a short trip, or a longer stay, in Thailand.
From bustling markets to the renowned art galleries and contemporary architecture of Bangkok, and beyond to beaches, rainforests and national parks, this handbook introduces Monocle's favourite places to stay, eat, shop and visit across Thailand. Discover talented ceramicists and bamboo artists as well as skilled bespoke tailors, cool bars and the best luxury pitstops.
Find out about the traditional street food vendors creating delicious dishes using local ingredients, as well as contemporary artisans creating great jewellery, homeware and wellness products.
For those looking to spend more time in Thailand, the book also profiles the towns, islands and provinces where you could make a home, the architects and designers to commission, and interior design inspiration for your new apartment or tropical beach villa.
Whether putting together an itinerary for a summer getaway, a city escape or an even longer stay, Thailand: The Monocle Handbook makes the perfect companion.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780500966501
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 08 June 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Illustration: 450 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 190.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 860g
Pages: 224
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Tyler Brûlé is Monocle's founder, editorial director and chairman; Andrew Tuck is editor-in-chief; James Chambers is Asia Editor; and Aimee Dexter is the books editor.
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