Travel Advice

Advice for WHO Visitors to Thailand

Preparing for your trip to Thailand

 

*     Thailand Facts:

 

For brief information on geography, history, population, government, climate, electricity and etc, please go to http://www.tourismthailand.org.  

 

 

*      Visa Information:

 

Visitors are required to hold a passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into Thailand. For information on the types of visas available and particular requirements by nationality please seehttp://www.mfa.go.th/web/12.php

 

*      Public Holidays:

 

Knowing when festivals and government holidays are held may help you in planning your dates of travel http://www.tourismthailand.org/travel-information/travel-information-77-1.html.

 

*      Foreign Embassies in Thailand:

 

Most major embassies are found in Bangkok.  If you have a need to contact your embassy prior to or during your trip to Thailand, please see the address and contact information at http://www.tourismthailand.org/about_plan_03rmbassy.php

 

Tips While in Thailand

 

*      Dos and Don’ts:

 

Thai people are some of the most hospitable and tolerant people in the world. Knowing the cultural norms related to monarchy, religion and social situations will make your stay even more enjoyable http://www.tourismthailand.org/about-thailand/about-thailand-69-1.html

 

*      Money Matters:

 

Banking hours, currency values, credit cards, tipping and bargaining are all explained at http://www.tourismthailand.org/travel-information/travel-information-76-1.html.

 

*      Language:

 

A few words of greeting and basic phrases may be helpful to you in communicating while in Thailand http://www.tourismthailand.org/about_tips_simple.php

 

*      Transportation:

 

For good tips on getting to and from the Airport, traveling around Bangkok, domestic travel to other provinces, and moving around once up-country please look at the variety of options available at http://www.tourismthailand.org/transportation/index.php

 

*      Thai Food:

 

Thai food is world famous for its exotic variety and taste. For some good tips on how to order and eat Thai food, including the names of some of the more popular dishes, fruits and herbs please go to http://www.tourismthailand.org/about-thailand/about-thailand-71-1.html and for some basic Thai recipes try http://www.nectec.or.th/users/joy/SCTrecipes

      

 

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