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Thailand in September! Planning help requested!
Planning our first time visit to Thailand in Sep. for a birthday celebration [so unable to change dates]. Because it is the rainy season should we not plan to go to any island? Currently thinking Bangkok 3-4 nights; Chiang Mai 4-5 nights; an overnight stay at an elephant/nature preserve; and 4 nights at a beach resort. We are an active couple in our late 60's and care less about partying than experiencing the cultural, natural and aesthetics of the region. Please help!
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Please be careful which elephant/nature preserve you choose. Avoid those that allow people to ride the elephants.
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There is very much a concern about the Elephant reserves in Thailand. Many use practices considered downright 'unethical,' which allow for highly unnatural human-elephant interaction.
I have seen a list of places that are considered ethical. However, I am not so sure. Even these places seem to have photos of playing with or bathing the elephants. I do not know what the divide is. Maybe it is elephant rides? You may not share these concerns. But I do want to tell you that not everyone's reaction to your fun family photos with the elephants will be received in a positive manner. It's quite possible that most people on this board would be reluctant to participate. |
Absolutely, will only consider proper ethical treatment suggestions!
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