Traveling to Thailand? Our detailed Thailand insights, blogs and travel tips will help you plan the best trip.
With rich history and culture, abundant nature, incredible nightlife, and daredevil activities, Thailand have it all. From the eclectic capital of Bangkok to the nature-rich Krabi, and from the well-known Phi Phi Islands to the mountainous town of Chiang Mai, here is our Thailand travel guide that documents all the fascinating places in the country. Planning a trip to Thailand has not been this easy, all thanks to this handy guide.
Start by figuring out how many days to spend in Thailand and the best time to visit Thailand, as different seasons bring a different perspective to this Asian travel hotspot. While Thailand in January is best for trekking in the Khao Sok National Park, the frequent downpours in Thailand in July will allow you to take advantage of fewer tourist crowds and reduced rates. Thailand in December is part of the dry season, which is perfect for a beach holiday and sightseeing, although the months of May and June are also good. Enjoy snorkeling in the Similan Islands, go scuba diving in Koh Tao, and watch a Muay Thai boxing match in Koh Samui on your Thailand trip. Touring the Grand Palace and the well-known Wat Pho Temple are some of the best things to do in Bangkok. Shopping in the numerous malls or the incredibly diversified Chatuchak weekend market while indulging in some of the city's delectable street food is also a must-have experience while in the Thai capital.
With its beautiful beaches, lush jungles, delicious food, friendly locals, and, of course, very affordable prices, Thailand is sure to indulge your wanderlust. A backpack on a limited budget, a luxurious travel life in a fancy beach resort, or just a tour on a modest budget, Thailand has the best of something for everyone.
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Quick facts about Thailand.
Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand, and it is home to ornamented shrines and a bustling street scene. Natives call this city Krungthep, or "City of Angels". The complete name, which is 169 characters long, is recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest name for a place.
Thailand spans a total area of 513,120 km², with 3,219 kilometers of coastline. It is ranked the 50th largest country in the world by land area.
You can call Thailand from another nation using the country code 66. After the IDD, dial the country code for Thailand, which is 66. An area code comes after the calling procedure for Thailand (66).
The official currency of Thailand is the Thai baht. In Thailand, using cash to make purchases is far more practical than using a credit card, as the majority of tourist attractions, local eateries, and street markets only accept cash. ATMs are widely available in popular regions.
Bangkok Airport, also known as the Suvarnabhumi International Airport, is the largest in Thailand. It is located about 26 kilometers outside of town. Code: BKK. Closest City: Bangkok.
Most Westerners with valid passports, including those from the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, can enter Thailand without a visa. However, since visa regulations are subject to change, it is a good idea to check the latest visa requirements before making a reservation.
You can find English-speaking people in Bangkok's tourist areas, but do not count on most of the bartenders, waiters, shopkeepers, bankers, or taxi drivers to speak anything more than the bare minimum of the language. Knowing a few Thai phrases will come in handy once you have left the main tourist destinations. For instance, “Sawadee Khrup/ka” is hello in Thai, and “Khop Khun” means thank you. Remember, ‘Khrup” is used to address males and “Ka” for females.
In case of an emergency, dial 191. If you need to speak with an English-speaking operator, call the Tourist Police at 1155. Or else, if there is an accident, contact an ambulance service from one of Thailand's many foreign hospitals. You can also reach out to the ambulance and rescue team at 1554.
Only Thailand has never experienced European colonial rule, making it the only country in Southeast Asia to have done so. Actually, the country is called Prathet Thai, which means "land of the free" in Thai. Thailand is also home to both the smallest and the largest species of animals. The bumblebee bat, the tiniest mammal in the world, is a native of Thailand, while the whale shark, the largest fish, can be found in Thai seas as well.
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