Thailand travel tips

Guidance for travellers applying from the United Kingdom. Always confirm requirements with the official visa authority.

Short answer: After your Thailand visa is granted, keep copies of your documents, respect local laws, and confirm entry conditions still match your itinerary.

Practical tips

  • Check visa-exempt day counts for air versus land border entries.
  • Carry THB cash for tuk-tuk fares and temple donations.
  • Dress modestly at the Grand Palace—rent sarongs if needed.
  • Use Grab or metered taxis from Bangkok airports.
  • Buy travel insurance covering scooter accidents if you ride.
  • Register SIM cards with passport at airport kiosks.
  • Book Ayutthaya tours early to avoid midday heat.
  • Respect lese-majeste laws—avoid political social media posts in-country.

Travel highlights

Attractions

  • Grand Palace
  • Ayutthaya Historical Park
  • Chiang Mai old city
  • Phi Phi Islands
  • Erawan National Park

Cities

  • Bangkok
  • Chiang Mai
  • Phuket
  • Chiang Rai
  • Krabi

Best time

November to February for Bangkok and islands; April for Songkran water festival planning.

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