Is Chiang Mai worth visiting during burning season
The right answer is “No.” A visit to Chiang Mai is not worth it during the peak of the burning season, as it is most intense here. Why? The burning season...
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Preparation & Essentials
Step-by-step checklists, apps, entry rules and beginner-friendly preparation advice.
Do Thai airports allow outside food in carry-on, What food item is allowed and what's not
“Yes” for some items like solids, and “No” for most liquids. For example, sandwiches and solid fruits are generally allowed. Generally, the types of allowed...
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Do Thai hotels provide irons, or should you bring one
In most cases, you will get an iron along with an ironing board, so it is not advisable to carry your own iron. Along with accommodation, there are usually...
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Do Thai hotels charge a deposit? Is it refundable
Answer: Yes, in almost every case. This deposit, also called an incidental deposit, is required either at the time of booking or during check-in. It can be...
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Are Airbnb stays legal in Thailand
Answer: “Yes and No” Let’s understand this in detail. Airbnb is a very popular online rental platform operating in more than 190 countries. In Thailand, it...
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What does guest friendly hotel mean in Thailand
“Guest Friendly Hotel” in Thailand Answer: A guest-friendly hotel is a hotel or property where you can bring a friend or visitor to stay overnight without...
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Is it safe to use airport taxis at midnight in Bangkok
The answer is a big “Yes.” How to get an official taxi? What is a taxi ticket? There is a readily available, reliable, and quite safe system of usually metered...
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Do Thai hospitals accept foreign credit cards
Answer: Yes — with a small “but.” All Thai hospitals (both public and private) widely accept foreign cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB,...
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What happens if you get injured on a Thai island
Answer: The answer is simple — you will be taken to a local clinic or hospital for first aid. For minor injuries such as road rash, motorbike scrapes,...
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