Before heading out on a holiday to Thailand, it’s best to read some of these travelers’ essentials. Information on getting a Thailand visa is just one of many important topics covered in this Thailand travel guide: Travelers Essentials. Learn about Thailand customs or how to travel around Thailand by selecting a category from the following.
Passport & Visas
For citizens of most nations, obtaining a Thailand visa is easy: all you need is a valid passport and to follow some simple guidelines.
Utilities & Services
Information about Thailand’s electricity, drinking water, fuel, and system of measurement.
Tourist Info Centers
There are numerous Tourist Information Centers throughout the kingdom that provide maps, brochures, hotel recommendations, and other advice to travelers in nearly all Thailand tourist destinations.
Transportation
When you travel Thailand there are a number of ways to get into and around the kingdom.
Time Zone & Holiday
Thailand does not observe daylight savings and the time in Thailand is +7 GMT throughout the year; Thailand has many public holidays also listed on this page.
Health & Safety
In regards to safety and health in Thailand, Thailand is a relatively safe country from crime and disease.
Money Matters
Information about Thailand currency, including how to exchange Thai baht, report lost credit cards, apply for VAT refund, and bargain while shopping.
Dos & Don’ts
When traveling to a new country it’s helpful to be aware of cultural differences. These “dos & donts” for Thailand will make your trip more culturally rewarding.
Customs & Immigration
It is important for visitors to learn about Thailand’s customs and immigration policies, including quarantines and VAT refunds.
Opening Hours
While fairly standard operating hours exist at a Thai bank, Thai Post Office, and Thai shopping mall, other services catering to foreigners have longer operating hours in tourist destinations.
Facilities for Disabled Travelers
In Thailand in can be a challenge to travel with disabilities, though new facilities are being built and Thai people are eager to help physically challenged travelers.
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