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Currency
» Thai baht (฿)
» Thai baht (฿)
Language
» Thai spoken by over eighty-five percent of the total population
Money» Most urban centres have ATMS. It’s wise to carry cash as US Dollars as back-up. MasterCard and Visa are the most widely accepted credit cards. Most urban centres have money exchange centres.
Visas
» Most people travel on the standard three months tourist visa. Tourist visas are valid from the date of issue, not the date you arrive in Thailand.
» Most people travel on the standard three months tourist visa. Tourist visas are valid from the date of issue, not the date you arrive in Thailand.
Mobile Phones
» Getting connected can be complicated in some islands due to security matters. To avoid expensive packages go with AIS network which works better and cheap. If you can afford, go for True 4G.
» Getting connected can be complicated in some islands due to security matters. To avoid expensive packages go with AIS network which works better and cheap. If you can afford, go for True 4G.
Driving» There are many cars, motorbike and jeep rental firms. It is legal to drive in Thailand with a valid license from most of the countries. They usually charge 250฿ to 2200฿ for a vehicle you choose. The legal limit for drunk and drive is 50mg/100ml of blood. There is no decent public transportation. You can find tuk-tuk which is bit expensive, but you should experience it once.😉
When to Go
the best time to visit major parts of Thailand is between November and February. it's the season you can find fewer rains and cool weather.
High Season (Nov–Mar)
» Pleasant weather, mostly. Peak tourists. Peak prices.
» In December and January northern cities can get cold, bitterly so in the far north.
» It starts heating up in February.
» Pleasant weather, mostly. Peak tourists. Peak prices.
» In December and January northern cities can get cold, bitterly so in the far north.
» It starts heating up in February.
Shoulder Season (Jul–Aug)
» July to early August is the prime time to visit.
» Thailand experiences heavy rain any time from September to October.
» July to early August is the prime time to visit.
» Thailand experiences heavy rain any time from September to October.
Low Season (Apr–Jun, Sep & Oct)
» April is hot; May and June even more torrid. Competitive hotel prices.
» From June the monsoon sweeps from south to north. Fatiguing humidity.
» Beat the heat (but not the crowds) in the cool hills. Northeastern and central Thailand should be avoided from march to may.
» April is hot; May and June even more torrid. Competitive hotel prices.
» From June the monsoon sweeps from south to north. Fatiguing humidity.
» Beat the heat (but not the crowds) in the cool hills. Northeastern and central Thailand should be avoided from march to may.
Your Daily Budget
» Prices ( especially accommodation) vary widely across the country – consult regional chapters for on-the-ground costs. Budget
» Those on a budget should be able to get by on about 600฿ - 800฿ per day in the main centres.
» Prices ( especially accommodation) vary widely across the country – consult regional chapters for on-the-ground costs. Budget
» Those on a budget should be able to get by on about 600฿ - 800฿ per day in the main centres.
» Eat at roadside stalls or essential restaurants.
» Travel locally by two wheeler, it doesn't cost much 250฿. Midrange
» Travel locally by two wheeler, it doesn't cost much 250฿. Midrange
» Travellers with more money to spend will find that for around 2000฿ or more per day with excellentaccommodation (with private bathrooms) and restaurants can be quite comfortable.
» Accommodation and dining out the sky is the limit!
» Hire a car with the driver but don’t miss the adventure of a tuk-tuk ride.
» Hire a car with the driver but don’t miss the adventure of a tuk-tuk ride.
Websites
» Lonely Planet (www.lonelyplanet.com) Destination information, the traditional Thorn Tree Travel Forum and more.
» Thaivisa.com (www.thaivisa.com) great info on visas as well as user forums and news alerts.
» Thailand daily (www.thailanddaily.com) Part of world news network, offering a thorough digest of Thailand related news from english news sources.
» Lonely Planet (www.lonelyplanet.com) Destination information, the traditional Thorn Tree Travel Forum and more.
» Thaivisa.com (www.thaivisa.com) great info on visas as well as user forums and news alerts.
» Thailand daily (www.thailanddaily.com) Part of world news network, offering a thorough digest of Thailand related news from english news sources.
» One stop Thailand (www.onestopthailand.com). Comprehensive tourism guide to popular Thai destinations.
» Tourism Authority of Thailand (www.tourismthailand.org) Contains provincial tourism profiles, travel promotions and festival information from Thailand's national tourism department.
» www.phuket.com, for booking related information and for booking.
» www.phuket.com, for booking related information and for booking.
Significant Numbers
Country code - 66
International access code - 00
Ambulance - 1554
Medical emergency - 1669
Tourist Police - 1155
International access code - 00
Ambulance - 1554
Medical emergency - 1669
Tourist Police - 1155
Police - 191
Crime - 1195
Fire - 199
Tourist Service Centre - 1672
Arriving in Thailand
» Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Udon Thani, Chiang Mai
Thailand's the main international airports have public taxi booths.
These enable you to book a taxi (including luggage), these are the most important way to get into town. public taxi drivers are certified by Airports of Thailand. Fare charged according to the distance travelled plus a fee of 50฿ for the driver and expressway fees. Many hotels will arrange airport pick-ups with advance notice. These are often complimentary with top-end hotels.
» Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Udon Thani, Chiang Mai
Thailand's the main international airports have public taxi booths.
These enable you to book a taxi (including luggage), these are the most important way to get into town. public taxi drivers are certified by Airports of Thailand. Fare charged according to the distance travelled plus a fee of 50฿ for the driver and expressway fees. Many hotels will arrange airport pick-ups with advance notice. These are often complimentary with top-end hotels.
Don’t Leave Home Without…
» Getting a visa and travel insurance
» Seeking advice about vaccinations
» Pack light wash and wear clothes, plus a pullover or light jacket for chilly bus rides and the northern mountains.
» Well concealed money belt, waterproof money/passport container.
» Sunscreen and sunglasses
» Small torch for poorly lit streets and/or power cuts
» Earplugs – noise can be a nuisance
» Slip-on Shoes – handy for visiting sacred sites
» Getting a visa and travel insurance
» Seeking advice about vaccinations
» Pack light wash and wear clothes, plus a pullover or light jacket for chilly bus rides and the northern mountains.
» Well concealed money belt, waterproof money/passport container.
» Sunscreen and sunglasses
» Small torch for poorly lit streets and/or power cuts
» Earplugs – noise can be a nuisance
» Slip-on Shoes – handy for visiting sacred sites
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