Study abroad in Thailand May 2018 Program led by Dr. Melanie Marks marksmb@longwood.edu

Thailand is called the “land of smiles”… Learn as we explore this very beautiful country.

Explore Thailand’s history… Travel on famous bridge over River Kwai. Ride the Death Railroad. See Khmer-style ruins in former Siam capital.

Visit historic places… Visit war cemetery, Three Pagodas Pass, sunken temple, etc.

Learn about Buddhist culture… Visit incredible temples, participate in monk processional.

Get to know its beautiful people… Visit a rural school and spend the day in a Karen village.

Shop and eat in local markets… Experience life as the locals do. Gain a good understanding of their economy.

Explore Thailand’s natural environment… Waterfall treks Beautiful beaches National parks

Experience places that are very different from home… Floating Markets Fishing villages Oyster farm Mushroom farm Karen tribe

There are so many new experiences… Visit Burmese elephant camp. Visit langur monkeys. Boat to oyster farm in the bay.

See daily doses of beauty…

Class for Thailand study abroad: Econ 300: Introduction to Southeast Asia NO prerequisite. Content includes: Overview of Thailand Thai economy Trade Asian financial crisis Politics Religion Culture History Waives Gen Ed Goal 9!!

All of this at affordable price… 14 days in country Exciting itinerary Travel cost expected to be about $2395… Includes all transportation, housing, activities, and just about all meals. **Note that the first $500 constitutes a nonrefundable deposit. Students who drop out of the program might lose more than this amount if a replacement is not found and funds have been expended.

Interest Meetings Posted on the study abroad website. Contact Dr. Melanie Marks at marksmb@longwood.edu with any questions.