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Gilded temples, limestone islands and the world's most generous street food β the easiest, warmest introduction to Southeast Asia.
Best time
November β February
Daily budget
βΉ2,000 β βΉ7,000/day
Visa
Visa on arrival
Safety
4 / 5
Practical information
Currency
Thai Baht (ΰΈΏ, THB)
Languages
Thai
Time zone
ICT (UTC+7)
Emergency
191 police, 1669 ambulance, 1155 tourist police
Internet
Fast and cheap; airport tourist SIMs are excellent value.
SIM cards
AIS/TrueMove tourist SIMs sold at every airport arrivals hall.
Getting around
Cheap domestic flights, overnight trains, ferries between islands, Grab in cities.
Visa details
Visa on arrival / visa exemption for Indian passports (check current rules).
Know before you go
Popular foods
- Pad Thai
- Tom Yum
- Green curry
- Mango sticky rice
- Som tam
Famous festivals
- Songkran (water festival)
- Loy Krathong
- Yi Peng lanterns
Etiquette
- Never disrespect the monarchy
- Remove shoes in temples
- Don't touch anyone's head
- Cover shoulders and knees at temples
Packing suggestions
- Light breathable clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Rain shell in monsoon
- Modest temple outfit
Travel tips
- Agree tuk-tuk fares beforehand
- Avoid elephant riding β choose ethical sanctuaries
- Islands split by coast for monsoon timing
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