Travel tips for Thailand
Listed are some basic tips for travel to Thailand, I will do some more deep dives into some of these and provide links, discount codes and more in depth information.
- Currency of Thailand is the Thai Baht
- Have a currency convertor downloaded to your phone to convert your currency
- Grab is equivalent to Australia’s UBER. Download and setup the APP before travelling
- No requirement for a VISA unless planning a stay longer than 30* days (previously 60 days)
- Fill in the Digital arrival card on the app 2 to 3 days before travelling to save time at the airport (this is free)
- A wise card or another form of payment card for international transactions
- Setup an E-sim before you leave (check you phone is compatible with E-sim)
- Travel Insurance is highly recommended
- International Drivers licence is required to drive in Thailand
- Baht Bus is 15Baht – don’t ask as you will pay more
- BTS and MRT trains are a great cheap way to get around Bangkok
- Barter with the tuk tuk drivers before accepting a ride
- The water and light show at ICONSIAM is free and well worth the visit
- Take dollars to change at the currency exchange better rates in the cities not at the airport
- Use a travel-friendly debit card that charges zero foreign transaction fees. Eg: ING, Bankwest
- Notify your bank of intended travel dates
