Know Before You Travel
The Kingdom of Thailand, previously known as Siam, which has a deserved reputation as one of the easiest places to travel in Asia. It’s easy to travel, safe, fairly inexpensive.Here are our top tips for making the most of your trip.
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About Visa:
Most Western countries get a stamp in their passports upon arrival that permits them to stay up to 30 days.
You do need a passport that is valid for at least another 6 months upon entry into Thailand though.
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About Weather:
Thailand has 3 seasons: hot (March to May), cool (November to February) and wet (May to October). But the weather also differs depending on the part of the country you’re currently in.
The more north you go, the cooler it gets. In the northernmost regions of Thailand it even gets cold at night.
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About Currency:
Thai Baht is a pretty stable currency. Very easy to learn and use. And you kind of have to learn it, because it’s still better to use cash here. A lot of places don’t accept international credit/debit cards. And even if they do, you might be charged 3% of transaction fee.
Luckily ATMs can be found almost everywhere, but most banks charge 220 baht commission for every withdrawal, no matter the amount. So if you’re withdrawing money, make it a larger amount.
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About Language:
Since Thailand is a touristy country, English is widely spoken. Well, I call it Thai-English, because sometimes it’s really hard to understand what Thai people mean. There are a few useful phrases that you can learn easily:
Hello = sa-wat-dee ka (female) | sa-wat-dee kap (male)
Thank you: kop-koon ka (female) | kop-koon kap (male)
Delicious: a-roy
how much:tao-lai-ka
Must-Visit
Go to the South if you’re dreaming of cocktails under a palm tree. The most popular islands are:

Similan Island
Similan islands is an archipelago made of 11 islands. They are consider a maritime border between Thailand and India.The Similan Islands are a diver's paradise, recognized as one of the best diving spots globally, featuring underwater scenery.

PhiPhi Island
One of the most iconic sights here is the longtail boat, a colorful vessel that is a photographer's dream. These boats are everywhere, offering picturesque views against the backdrop of the island's limestone cliffs.
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Khai Island
Is among the hundreds of islands scattered around Phuket.
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Racha Yai Island
Dive into the beautiful coral gardens and experience the lively activity beneath the surface of these incredible coral reefs.
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Phang Nga
The well-known James Bond island (the left-most picture below) is located in Phang Nga.