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he opportunities for sport and
recreation in Thailand are as diverse as the land itself. Thais take their
fun seriously and believe it would be a dull world if it were all work
and no play. Accordingly you'll find plenty of sporting options, both as
participant and spectator.
Don't worry if you've never done these things before. Expert tuition is available at the major resorts and in a week's stay you can, for example, gain a scuba diving proficiency certificate.
If the wish is simply for a little exercise, most leading hotels in Bangkok and the main tourist centres hvae tennis courts, fitness centres and, quite often, squash courts. Nor is the spectator neglected. Bangkok has two horse racing tracks and two boxing stadiums, while Pattaya has a motor-race circuit. Moreover, several little-known traditional sports, such as kite-flying and takraw, can be readily seen. please E-mail to : prbs@email.egat.or.th
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Watersports
are perhaps Thailand's biggest attraction, with perfect conditions ensured
by the combination of a tropical climate and some of the world's most stunning
beaches and islands. At pattaya, Phuket, and other resort centres there
are facilities for all sorts of activities to get you in, on, above, and
below the water, from windsurfing to parasailing, from waterskiing to deep
sea fishing. The fastest growing watersport, however, is scuba diving,
and numerous spots around Thailand's extensive coast afford ideal conditions
with gin-clear water and an abundance of marine life. Yachting is also
becoming increasingly attractive, with facilities for both dinghy sailing
and the chartering of larger yachts for cruising. 
On
land, golf is the main attraction and there are numerous international-class
courses open to visitors. Not only will the golfer appreciate some stiff
challenges, he or she will also marvel at the magnificent settings of many
of the links and the superb caddie services available. 
