15 Countries for First-Time Travelers

14. Thailand

You just need to set foot in Thailand to understand why it hosts a large number of expats from all over the world. Although it’s classified as a “developing country” in economic terms, the quality of life is akin to many European countries, if not better.

It’s not uncommon to see many families with small babies traveling around Thailand, exploring the turquoise waters of the south or the misty mountains of the north. If you take into consideration that it’s also super cheap, then you have a winner.

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