The official language is Thai.

Thailand's most popular tourist season is the winter period which falls between November until March. During this time it rains the least and is not unbearably hot and humid.

Bargaining is an accepted practice in Thailand and considered an art which has been long practiced in this Asian country.

The electricity supply is 220V 50Hz

Tap water is not safe for drinking. Bottled drinking water is always available and usually provided free in hotels.

Common sense as usual when it comes to safety, avoid travelling alone at night, be careful when changing large amounts of money, make copies of your passport etc.

A 5%-10% tip is becoming the norm in restaurants if the usual 10% service charge does not apply.

Getting around Bangkok is very cheap if you use the public buses. If you are going out of the city the train is also a good means of travel.

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