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 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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