The official currency is the Thai Baht (THB). At the time of publishing the exchange rate is US$ 1 = 30,9 THB.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in most of hotels, restaurants and shops in main cities of Thailand (subject to fees according to your provider).

You can also get cash with your credit or debit card from ATMs in most Thai localities except some of the most remote islands (subject to transaction fees).

Thai is the official language although English is spoken by many in the main cities and tourist hotspots. The language is written in the Thai script, similar to Laotian and Khmer.

Tipping is not mandatory or customary in Thailand but small gratuities for great service are very much appreciated. Note that prices in hotels and restaurants usually include 10% for VAT and 5% for service charges.

It is advisable not to drink water from the tap unless it is boiled properly.

WIFI is readily available throughout Thailand in cafes, restaurants, hotels and stores. In addition, buying a SIM card is quite simple and inexpensive, they can be purchased either at the airport upon arrival or at dedicated shops or convenient stores across the nation's cities and towns.

No vaccination is required, but visitors are advised to receive inoculations against hepatitis A and B, typhoid and tetanus. Inoculation for yellow fever and tablets for malaria are not necessary although doctors still usually recommend them.

Thailand has some of the best medical facilities. The majority of cities and tourist areas have adequate and even excellent healthcare. Always travel with medical insurance. If your health insurance doesn’t cover you for medical expenses abroad, ensure you get specific travel insurance.

In general, Thailand is a safe country to travel. We advise to take the usual precautions when traveling in a foreign country.

Thailand has 69,4 million inhabitants from 62 different ethnic groups, that include the Central Thai (majoritarian ethnic group), the Thai Lao, the Khon Muang, the Pak Tai, the Khmer, Malay and others.

The dominant religions are Buddhism (94% of the population), Islam (4.30% of the population) and Christianity (1% of the population).

Prices displayed are usually fixed, but in places such as traditional markets bargaining in accepted.

Thailand is 7 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. It is the same time zone as Vietnam.

In Thailand electric current is mostly 220V and sockets are both round and flat types.