Eight questions you must know before traveling to Thailand

The number of people traveling to Thailand has skyrocketed around the Spring Festival. So what are the eight questions you must know before traveling to Thailand? People who go abroad can read the article below or click to save it. It must be a question that people who go abroad are more concerned about. Let’s take a look at eight questions you must know before traveling to Thailand! Welcome to read.

Eight questions you must know before traveling to Thailand

1. Is it possible to get a visa on arrival in Thailand?

The answer is yes

The following are only When discussing the situation of flying to Thailand, it can be roughly divided into two categories: one is group tour, and the other is self-guided tour.

(1) If you travel with a group, whether you have applied for a visa in advance or not, the tour group can help you come to Thailand because it is guaranteed by the company.

(2) If you are traveling by yourself, you will almost never be refused a visa upon arrival here, but if you want to visit for more than 15 days, you still need to apply for a visa in advance. Because the visa on arrival is only valid for a maximum of 15 days, the visa issued in advance is valid for 2 months and can be renewed for another month.

It should be noted that there is also a long queue to apply for a visa on arrival, which may require a long waiting time, and you must fill out a form and attach a photo.

If you have plenty of time to prepare for your trip, you may wish to go directly to Taobao to apply for a Thai visa. This will save you the trouble of queuing up to apply for a visa on arrival, and you will be excited to have fun and stay for an extra ten or eight days. Yes, it can be dealt with completely.

2. How much money do you need to bring to Thailand?

The answer is at least 10,000 baht or its equivalent in foreign currency per person, or at least 20,000 baht or its equivalent in foreign currency per family.

According to the regulations of the Thai Immigration Bureau, foreigners entering Thailand need to carry no less than 10,000 baht (approximately 1,900 yuan) in cash or equivalent foreign currency. The Thai Embassy in China has relevant information on its website illustrate. However, tourists who do not carry this cash do not need to worry. If they are randomly checked, they can withdraw it temporarily at the airport ATM. Although this is a random check and the chance of winning is very small, it is recommended to prepare in advance. As the saying goes, a poor family has a rich road, so it is more convenient to bring more money with you when you go out to play.

3. Do you need to change some change in advance?

The answer is no

Everyone must want to go to the city after getting off the plane, or go to the hotel first. It's best to have change when taking a taxi. The driver may not be able to find large bills, but there are 7-11 convenience stores all over Thailand, so you can change them at any time.

As for changing money, it would be best if you exchanged some Thai baht in China in advance. I can only praise you for being such a good boy. When you go out to play, it’s better to be on the safe side and don’t improvise. If you are too lazy to change in advance, it doesn’t matter. You can withdraw cash or exchange currency at the airport. If you withdraw cash directly from an ATM, there will be a handling fee of at least 50 baht, which is not recommended. If you have enough time, it is recommended to exchange RMB for Thai baht at Superrich at Suvarnabhumi Airport. As far as I know, Thai Superrich has the best exchange rate. The store is open at the airport from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is closed every Sunday. It is located at the lowest level of Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is the level connected to the Airport Express.

4. Do I need to buy insurance in advance to go to Thailand?

The answer is to buy overseas travel insurance.

Travel insurance is generally low-priced, takes effect quickly, and has high compensation amounts. Since you have decided to go out to play, safety is the first priority. While playing carefully, you must also protect yourself. Don't be afraid to spend hundreds of dollars on insurance.

For example, some children like to rent motorcycles to ride in Phuket and Chiang Mai, but if their driving skills are not up to par, they may easily get into accidents. It is more cost-effective to buy insurance at this time.

5. Is it safe to travel independently in Thailand? What should you do if you encounter a tourist trap?

The answer is generally very safe, but you cannot relax your vigilance. If you encounter a tourist trap, you can call the tourist police hotline 1155 in Thailand, which provides services in Thai and English; the Chinese service number is 023560583. This is what I asked about when calling the tourist police hotline (you can write it down in advance).

Thailand is a Buddhist country. Based on my experience of working and living in Thailand for more than a year, most Thai people are gentle, polite and well-behaved. I have heard people tell the story several times about how they forgot to pick up their cell phones at a restaurant, and when they went back to look for them, the phones were still there.

However, just because the general environment is good does not mean that everyone is good. It is recommended that everyone be more careful when going out. If you encounter a scam or tourist trap, report it to the police in time. Here are a few examples for your reference:

(1) Rental trap

In Thailand, some tourists rent sea motorboats that are sometimes deceived in advance. Tourists may be asked for huge compensation by merchants due to tampering or accidental damage during use. This happened to my friend twice. Recently, the military has been cracking down on illegal businesses on the seaside. This phenomenon should be curbed. If you encounter it, please report it as soon as possible.

　(2) Jewelry store trap

Although Thai people are quite enthusiastic, and everyone will be eager to help you when you ask for directions, but if someone takes the initiative to strike up a conversation, the so-called attentiveness for nothing, you will probably Be careful.

Especially in places like the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, if someone tells you that there is an event today or the Grand Palace is closed, ignore it, otherwise you may be taken to a jewelry store without knowing it.

(3) The trap of buying garlands for the Erawan Buddha

The Erawan Buddha in Bangkok is said to be very spiritual. Many tourists go to worship it in Thailand, and some celebrities also come here because of its reputation. There are many stalls selling garlands and incense near the Erawan Shrine. It is recommended not to buy them because the prices are very high. And if you ask about the price casually, some merchants will directly stuff things into your hands, while some tourists can only buy them.

Remember, when you enter the main entrance of the Erawan Shrine, go straight and there are regular vendors. Generally, a set of items including incense, candles, and garlands only costs about 50 baht.

In addition, there are travel agency scams, massage scams, etc., which are not listed here. In short, everyone should remember a few points: don’t be greedy for cheap prices when traveling, don’t believe those who offer too low prices, don’t believe those who take the initiative to strike up a conversation, and don’t believe those who offer you pie in the sky.

6. Do I need to buy a local phone card in advance when going to Thailand?

The answer is based on a trip of about 7 days. It is most convenient to buy a happy card in advance in China, and it can save money than buying it in Thailand. About 20 yuan, this card is basically enough, but you have to find a reliable merchant; if you have requirements for Internet speed, you can buy an AIS card at the airport. The Internet speed is faster, and many islands also have signals, but making calls to China is the most expensive; if I don’t want to spend money, I like to check Sina Weibo, and I only surf the Internet occasionally but don’t make many calls. You can get a TrueMove card for free at the airport, but the Internet speed is said to be slow. Phone cards from the three major operators can be purchased at Suvarnabhumi Airport, and calls are free. You can recharge at 711 and FamilyMart convenience stores that can be found everywhere in Thailand.

Reasons: Thailand mainly has three major mobile operators - DTAC, TRUEMOVE and AIS. The following are the tariffs of each operator's 7-day travel package:

(1) DTAC: Taobao Most of the cards sold online are Happy cards with a face value of 299 baht. The average price is around 40 yuan, which includes 100 baht (about 20 yuan) of phone charges, and unlimited 3G Internet access for 7 days. However, the high speed is 42M/s within 1G, and there is a limit above 1G. The speed is 384K/second, which means that if you use the Internet a lot, you may find that the speed becomes slower later, but it is still free. It can be used after inserting the card in Thailand and turning on the phone and waiting for the English activation text message.

DTAC’s 3G standard is WCDMA850MHZ. You need to check whether your mobile phone supports this frequency band. IPhone is no problem.

Tariff: Local calls in Thailand are about 1.25 baht/minute; calls to 0040086+domestic numbers are about 1.25 baht/minute (remove the leading 0 for landline calls, such as calling back to Beijing landline: 00400861landline) .

You can see the detailed instructions on the relevant Taobao store pages, which are more detailed than what I said.

(2)TrueMove: This operator distributes SIM cards launched in cooperation with Sina Weibo for free at its outlets at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Includes 20M traffic, 10 baht international long distance call charge, and free refresh of Sina Weibo. The 3G standard is WCDMA850MHZ.

Tariff: local calls in Thailand are about 1 baht/minute, calls to 0060086+domestic numbers are about 1.50 baht/minute (remove the leading 0 for landline calls, such as calling back to Beijing landline is 00600861landline), Answers are free. Tourists can apply for a 7-day Internet package after receiving the card. The fee is 249 baht (about 50 yuan), with unlimited 3G Internet access. The speed is 42M/s within 1G, and the speed limit is 128K/s above 1G.

(3)AIS: This operator’s signal in Thailand is said to be the best, and this is what I use. The 7-day package is 299 baht (about 60 yuan), including unlimited Internet traffic, 1.5G high-speed Internet traffic (speed limit above 1.5G), and 100 baht phone bill. The 3G standard is WCDMA900MHZ.

Tariff: local calls in Thailand are 1 baht/minute, calls to 0050086+domestic numbers are about 3 baht/minute, and calls are free.

Note: After you get the card, please read the instruction manual that comes with the card carefully. It is usually in Chinese. Because the operator's rates may change, the specific details should be based on the instruction manual.

7. Is it convenient to buy sunscreen, slippers, beach skirts and other items locally? Is it expensive?

The answer is quite yes.

The reason is that when living in Thailand, items such as sunscreen and slippers are indispensable, and merchants will certainly not miss business opportunities. There are many Boots and Watsons in Thailand, which specialize in selling daily necessities and can be found in general shopping malls, so it is very convenient to buy sunscreen and the price is reasonable. As for slippers, they are also very convenient to buy in Thailand. They are usually found in night markets and sold on the street. Ordinary slippers cost 100 baht per pair, while better ones cost 400 or 500 baht. They are usually flip-flop.

When you go to Thailand, you will find that many people just wear slippers when going out.

Thai slippers are very comfortable. I have been wearing them for a year now and they are still very good, so it is a good choice to buy a few pairs of slippers to take back home, haha!

And beach skirts can be bought at the night market here. Yes, there are many for sale on the beach, usually around two to three hundred baht, which is not expensive. You can also buy a piece of colorful cloth and wrap it around your waist. I think it is more charming.

If you want to go snorkeling, it is recommended that you buy waterproof mobile phone bags, disposable waterproof cameras and diving socks online in advance. I won’t explain the first two. I buy diving socks because sometimes there are sharp stones on the coast, and bare feet are easily injured.

In addition, travel companies will distribute snorkeling masks and return them after use. However, some masks are prone to leaking after being used for a long time. If you have children with mysophobia, it is recommended to buy snorkeling masks online in advance. Mask set.

8. Is it really necessary to tip everywhere in Thailand?

The answer depends on the situation.

Reason: Thailand is indeed a tipping country, but it does not mean that tipping is required everywhere. For example, after you finish eating at a restaurant, you should first check whether there is a service charge in the bill. If there is a service charge, you do not need to tip. Also, you don’t need to tip when eating from street vendors. Tipping is not required at fast food restaurants.

So, when do you need to tip? According to my experience, when you go to a restaurant to finish your meal, if the store does not charge the service fee, you can just leave 20 baht on the table. When traveling and staying in a hotel, if you want to stay in the same hotel the next day, you can leave 20 baht on the bedside for the waiter who helps you clean the room. When doing Thai massage, you can leave a tip of 50-100 baht after the massage. The masseur will be very happy.