Thailand Travel FAQ

In this section we have tried to answer all the questions that a first time visitor to Thailand might typically have. If you know of any more that could be added to this list, please let us know.

General FAQ

	Is Thailand a difficult country to travel around in ?
	Are there places that should be avoided ?
	What's the weather like in Thailand ? What time is sunset ?
	Is it safe ? What about for women ?
	Is Bangkok a safe place ?
	Where's a good place to stay in Bangkok ?
	When's checkout time for accommodation in Thailand ?
	What kind of entertainment and nightlife is there in Bangkok ?
	Where's the best place to watch Thai boxing ?
	Where can I get a / learn traditional Thai massage ?
	What scams should I look out for ?
	Where's a good place for left luggage ?
	What's the food like in Thailand ?
	Can I get camera film there or should I bring it with me ?
	Is getting my camera film developed there a good idea ?
	Is the Poste Restante of the GPO in Bangkok reliable ?
	What's the cost, quality and availability of medicines and health care in Thailand like ?

People and culture FAQ

	What are the basic do's and don'ts ?
	What are Thai people like ?
	What sort of clothes should I wear while I'm there ?
	How difficult is to talk with the Thais ?
	Is it okay to go topless / nude on beaches in Thailand ?
	If I want to take presents for the Thai people I meet, what should I bring ?
	Am I allowed to take Buddha images out of Thailand ?

Getting aboutFAQ

	What's the best way of getting about in Thailand ?
	Is renting a car/motorbike and driving in Thailand a good idea ?
	Is it safe to leave my luggage while I'm on a sleeper train ?
	Is the upper or lower berth better on the sleeper trains ?
	Do I need to make reservations for buses / trains ?
	Should I get a rail pass in advance ?
	If I can't speak or read Thai, how will I know when to get off on a government bus / train ?
	What are the boats to the islands like ?
	What's the best way of getting about in Bangkok ?
	What's Thai Airways like as an international / domestic airline ?
	How can I get into Laos from Thailand ?
	Can I travel overland between Thailand and Burma (Myanmar) ?
	Can I travel overland from Thailand to Cambodia ?

Visa and Arrival FAQ

	Is it a problem if I arrive on a one way ticket ?
	Do I need a visa ?
	What happens if I overstay ?
	How can I extend my visa ?
	Is getting through customs and Immigration a problem ? What if I have my own medicines ? Can I really only take 5 rolls of film in with me ?
	Is there a left-luggage facility available at the airport ?
	What's the exchange rate like at the airport ? Are there ATM's there ? Is the exchange booth open 24 hours ?
	What's the best way to get to the city center from the airport ?
	Are there guesthouses and hotels still open even if I arrive in the middle of the night ?
	Is there accommodation near the airport ?

Preparation FAQ

	Is better to go independently or on an organized tour ?
	Do I need to book a hotel before I go ?
	How much time should I spend in Thailand ?
	What should I take with me ?
	Is it worth bringing a mosquito net / sleeping bag ?
	What time of year is best to go ?
	What's it like being there in the rainy season ? Should I take anything extra ?
	What footwear is it best to bring ?

Money FAQ

	What is the exchange rate today ?
	Is Thailand expensive ?
	How should I bring money to Thailand ? Which currency is best to bring ? Should I get some baht before I enter Thailand ?
	What type of credit card is mostly widely accepted in Thailand ?
	What's the exchange rate like at Bangkok airport ?
	How easy is it to get a casual job in Thailand ?
	Should I tip ? How much ?
	How much can I go I bargain a price down ?

Highlights and Recommendations FAQ

	What should I see and do in Bangkok ?
	How much time should I spend in Bangkok ?
	What are the highlights of the rest of Thailand ?
	What beaches and islands are the best ones to go to ?
	What are good beaches near Bangkok ?
	When and where is the Full Moon Party ?
	Is going trekking a good idea ? Where ?

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Arriving in Thailand FAQ

How much do i need to bring to Bangkok for a 4 days trip, inclusive of food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing & shopping ? I am planning to shop at Jatuchak.

Dalia

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Siripen

I would like to know if I should stay at Krabi or Koh Samui I will be in Bang toe for 4 days and Phi Phi for 2 days wont to know where to stay after that going with daughter. thank you

peta

Do I have to have an entry stamp put into my passport in Thailand. I frequently travel to Thailand, but my wife doesn't like me to. Was wondering if I could enter Bangkok, and not have them put a stamp in my passport, maybe just stamp a paper and staple to my passport?

Jim Shedd

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