Why the words monsoon season shouldnt scare off knowledgeable travelers.
Many parts of Thailand are only more impressive during this time of year.
In fact, in recent years the rainy season has beenmore sunny than ever before.
Chiang Mai, Thailand.Credit:Lauren DeCicca/Travel + Leisure
And with Thailands increasing popularity, you may prefer to tour the country with fewer crowds.
Learn more about some of the uniquesights and festivalsthat are available to off-season travelers.
During the festival, the community celebrates with dancing, music, markets, and boxing matches.
Downtown Phuket, Thailand.Ambika Verma/Travel + Leisure
The tradition of offering candles to the monks dates back to before the invention of electricity.
Away from the crowds, you are more likely to interact with marine life like blacktip reef sharks.
Also,manta ray and whale shark sightingsare more likely from June through September.
Boats near Koh Phi Phi, Thailand.Monica Farber/Travel + Leisure
