What should you pay attention to when traveling to Thailand for the first time with two friends?

In order to facilitate your safe travel in Thailand, we have published relevant information on the precautions for traveling to Thailand on the "Consular Protection" column of the embassy website. Please read it carefully before going abroad. I hope this information will be helpful to your trip. 1. Basic situation of Thailand Weather: Thailand has a tropical monsoon climate, which is hot and humid. The hot season is from March to May each year, the rainy season is from June to September, and the cool season is from October to February of the following year. The annual average temperature is 28°C, and the annual temperature difference is small. Clothing: Simple summer clothing can be worn year-round. Those who like swimming can bring their own swimsuits and slippers. The weather is cooler at night, so a long-sleeved jacket is required. Time difference: one hour behind Beijing time. Language: Mainly Thai and Chaozhou, English is generally applicable in hotels, etc. Drinking water: It is customary in Thailand to add ice cubes to drinks, and hotel tap water is not drinkable. Daily necessities: Most hotels do not provide toothpaste, toothbrushes and slippers, so please bring your own. Medicines: Please bring some commonly used medicines and emergency medical supplies in case of emergency. Voltage: 220 volts. Shopping: The most prosperous areas in Bangkok are Silom Road, Sikang Shopping Plaza and Pratunam District, which mainly sell bird's nests, shark fins, dried pork, gemstones and local fashion. Pattaya Beach and Pattaya Street are the busiest. Currency: The unit of Thai currency is the Baht (Baht). RMB 100 is equivalent to approximately 450 Baht. Customs: Passengers can bring 200 cigarettes and a bottle of foreign wine into the country for free. In addition, all kinds of meat, plants, vegetables, etc. are prohibited from entry. According to customs regulations, if you bring in more than 50,000 baht or more than 2,000 US dollars in cash, you must declare it to customs. Passengers returning to Hong Kong are limited to 100 cigarettes per passenger. Protected animals cannot be brought back to Hong Kong. Note: According to airline regulations, each passenger can only carry checked luggage not exceeding 20 kilograms and one hand luggage not exceeding (55cm×35cm×22cm). To avoid unnecessary trouble, please do not take any items from the hotel without permission. If you want to keep them as souvenirs, please purchase them from the hotel. Safety Tips: Do not carry or store any items for others to avoid being prosecuted for hiding contraband. When in areas with poor environmental sanitation, choose cooked food and packaged drinks. Avoid going out alone at night. Please remember to carry valuables such as documents, cash, traveler's checks, credit cards, air tickets, cameras, etc. with you carefully. Do not store them in your suitcase or leave them in your car, hotel room or public place. 2. Relevant regulations on entry and exit from Thailand: (1) The documents required for entry into Thailand are: passport valid for at least 6 months, entry-exit card (main page collected when entering, secondary page collected when exiting), entry-exit card must be in English Fill in the form, including the name in capital letters. (2) Immigration procedures: Put the entry and exit card in your passport and go through the immigration formalities with the immigration officer. Go to the terminal to take out your checked baggage, then take the customs declaration form (if necessary) to the customs inspection office for inspection before exiting the customs. The duty-free items that tourists can bring include 200 cigarettes and 1 kilogram of wine. (3) Exit procedures: Each person must pay an airport tax of 500 baht. The Thai Immigration Bureau will collect the exit card, go through the departure procedures, and stamp the exit stamp on the passport. Go through security inspection. You cannot carry more than 50,000 baht in Thai currency out of Thailand. (4) Thailand has strict entry and exit regulations. Tourists going to Thailand for short-term sightseeing must hold a visa issued by the Thai Embassy. During your sightseeing trip in Thailand, you are subject to inspection by immigration officials at any time. If you exceed the visa limit, you will be fined 200 baht for each day exceeded, but the maximum fine shall not exceed 20,000 baht. (5) All religious and national cultural relics are prohibited from trade. Passengers carrying antiques and Buddhist statues out of the country must apply for an approval certificate from the National Arts Department of Thailand in advance. Any businessman must pay income tax on the income earned during their stay in Thailand. The import and export of all pornographic materials, drugs and weapons are prohibited, and offenders will be severely punished. (6) You can obtain manuals on foreign exchange controls and control items at the Thai Museum Section, Wildlife Conservation Section, Customs Department, Tourism Authority of Thailand, and Thai embassies, consulates or overseas representative offices, and learn what items to purchase. , you need to apply for approval from the Thai Customs government agency before leaving the country. (7) According to the relevant regulations of Thailand, the number of duty-free items allowed to be brought into the country is: 1 kilogram of liqueur or spirits, 50 cigars, 250 grams of cut tobacco or 200 cigarettes, and 5 rolls of film or 3 rolls of film; animals and plants are not allowed Bring it into the country. Passengers can purchase 1 kilogram of wine, 200 cigarettes, a camera, a video camera and personal jewelry and accessories from duty-free shops for departure. The relevant regulations shall be subject to the official announcement of Thailand. Thailand Bangkok Airport Customs consultation hotline: 0066-2-5351269, 5351569, 5351153 or 5355044. 3. Instructions for fire prevention in hotels in Thailand (1) After checking into the hotel, first check whether the safety door can be opened and whether the passage is clear. Remember the location of the safety door and fire extinguishing equipment on the corridor to prepare for escape in the dark in case of fire. (2) Do not use high-power-consuming electrical appliances such as electric spoons and electric stoves, and do not cook in the room. (3) Do not put wet clothes on the lampshade to dry, and do not smoke on the bed before going to bed. (4) If there is a fire, report it to the hotel receptionist immediately and wake others up.

(5) The key should be placed beside the bed for easy access. In case of a fire alarm, first understand the source of the fire. You can try touching the doorknob. If it is very hot, do not open the door. Put a trash can filled with water at the door and block it with a wet towel. The crack in the door, then to the window to call for help. If you want to escape, first cover your face with a wet wipe and breathe, then lie down 10-20 centimeters off the ground and follow the wall to find the door to the safe door. If possible, bring a small flashlight. (6) Do not use elevators to escape in case of fire. 4. Traffic precautions in Thailand 1. Keep to the left when driving and walking, and obey traffic rules. 2. When traveling by car, always pay attention to where you place your belongings. 3. When taking a taxi, write down the taxi number so that you can quickly find items forgotten in the taxi. 4. In buses and public places, pay special attention to pickpockets who will deliberately bump into you to distract you before stealing. 5. Carry the hotel’s business card with you at all times in case you get lost. 6. Avoid walking alone on quiet streets or deserted areas. 5. Things to note when shopping in Thailand: Do not carry too much cash, and try to use credit cards and traveler's checks. When paying for the same item with a credit card, it is best to settle the payment at once. When using a credit card, you should first confirm the amount on the receipt before signing. Take care of your wallet and valuables. Even when taking pictures or going to the bathroom, you should carry it with you. It is better to zip up the bag and carry it on your chest. Although travel bags and backpacks are convenient, they are often targets of thieves. You won’t suffer any loss by shopping around. When purchasing high-priced items, it is advisable to do more comparisons because most items cannot be returned after purchase. Remember to ask for a complete receipt when purchasing. The jewelry you purchase should be carried with you and not sent out of the country by mail. Jewelry and sapphires are graded in Thailand. After purchasing, you should ask the store for a proof of purchase. Do not accept tours, free shopping and other services provided by strangers. Choose department stores in various places for shopping, the prices are more reasonable and the quality is guaranteed. Respect Thailand's special religious beliefs, but also prevent being forced to shop on the grounds of religious beliefs. Do not consume or purchase protected wild animals and their products. 6. Instructions for participating in water activities Precautions for engaging in water activities such as swimming, jet skiing and speedboating, water parachuting, diving, etc.: It is advisable to go together when participating in water activities, and understand whether the activity venue is legal and whether the equipment is used and operated properly, and follow professional instructors Guidance: diving equipment cannot replace swimming ability. Those who cannot swim should not try it. Understand factors such as terrain, tides, currents, wind direction, temperature, water entry and exit points in advance. If the above factors are not suitable for water activities, do not forcefully participate. When participating in activities on outer islands, you should ask the travel agency to arrange legal transportation boats, strictly abide by the regulations on wearing life jackets, and wear them throughout the trip. If life jackets are not provided, you should take the initiative to request them. When riding yachts and jet skis, do not cross safe sea areas, and do not swim within the range of water activities such as jet skis, speedboats, and parachutes. Pay attention to the safety signs, rescue equipment and lifeguard installation locations in the activity area. You should pay attention to your physical condition. If you have heart disease, high blood pressure, cold, fever, drink alcohol or after meals, do not participate in water activities and diving. If you feel tired or cold, you should leave the water and go ashore immediately. Avoid being immersed in water and exposed to the sun for a long time, and do not hold your breath for a long time while diving, which may cause dizziness and drowning. Do not use earplugs when diving into the water, as the pressure will cause the earplugs to impact the eardrum and cause damage. When diving, do not enter the water head first and carry a flotation device. Before boarding a yacht, you should first understand the passenger capacity of the yacht. If it is overloaded, you should refuse to ride. Do not concentrate on one side of the deck when riding to avoid losing the balance of the hull. For various water activities outside the itinerary arranged by travel agencies, you should carefully evaluate their safety and your own physical condition before participating.

7. Thailand’s helpline number and related contact information: Police 191 Fire 199 Emergency Center 1691 Medical Assistance 1669 Traffic Accident 1197 Highway Police Station 1193 Travel Help 1155 Day and Night Help 02-2264444 Bangkok Directory Hotline 1133 Other Area Directory Hotline 183 Bangkok Airport 1 Hall 02-5351149 Bangkok Airport Hall 2 02-5351301 General Department of Immigration of Thailand: Tel: 02-2873101 Address: Soi Suan Phlu, Sathorn Tai Road, Bangkok.