Asia

Thailand

Smile of the East
Capital:
Bangkok

Language

Thai

Socket

Type A, B & C

Currency

Baht (THB)

Best time to travel

November-March

Thailand is the "Land of Smiles" with golden temples, paradisiacal beaches and cuisine that ranks among the world's best. The warm hospitality makes every visit unforgettable.

Attractions

Bangkok fascinates with the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, floating markets and the lively Khao San Road. Chiang Mai in the north offers hill tribes, elephant camps and over 300 temples.

Phuket and Krabi attract with dream beaches and island hopping. Ayutthaya shows impressive ruins of the old capital. Koh Phi Phi is the tropical paradise from the movie "The Beach."

Tipping

Restaurants: 10% in upscale restaurants, rounding in local places. Massage: 50-100 baht. Taxis: Rounding or 10-20 baht. Hotel staff: 20-50 baht per service. Tuk-tuk: Negotiate price beforehand.

Traffic Rules

Highway: 90-120 km/h
Country roads: 80-90 km/h
Urban areas: 50-80 km/h
School zones: 30 km/h

Attention: Left-hand traffic! Traffic chaos in Bangkok is legendary. Motorcycles often drive on sidewalks. Alcohol limit: 0.5 per thousand.

Currency & Payment

Thailand uses the Baht (THB). Cash is important for street markets and local restaurants. Card payment in hotels and shopping malls. Mobile payment (TrueMoney, Rabbit LINE Pay) is popular with locals.

สำคัญ (Important): Money exchange at official exchange booths is cheaper than at hotels!

Important Phone Numbers

Emergency: 191 (Police), 199 (Fire), 1669 (Ambulance)
Tourist Police: 1155
TAT (Tourism Hotline): 1672
Taxi complaints: 1584

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