Archive for June 2007
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When is the best time to visit Thailand?
In my opinion, any month is a good time to visit, but much depends on what you want from your trip. The reality is that any time of the year will have its advantages and disadvantages. For many people the weather is a major consideration, but I think it’s all too easy to get too [...]
Wat Tham Seua (Tiger Cave Temple), Krabi
It may be hard to drag yourself away from Krabi’s beautiful beaches, but a visit to Wat Tham Seua is recommended. A tiger once lived in the cave that is now the monastery’s main hall and hence the name. Set in a tropical forest 10 kms outside of Krabi Town, the main cave and temple [...]
Should I take cash, credit cards or travellers cheques?
Personally, I would opt for a combination of all three regardless of how long you are spending in Thailand.
Cash
Cash is obviously convenient, but carrying large bundles of money around in any country presents risks and Thailand is no different. When you arrive in Thailand you will naturally need some cash to hand to pay for [...]
Can my airline stop me from boarding if I haven’t got a visa for Thailand?
Yes they can, but don’t let this panic you! There aren’t long lines of people being turned away from their flights to Bangkok. It isn’t common for airlines to prevent passengers from boarding, but they do have the authority to do so if the passenger doesn’t meet the Thai immigration requirements. The advice is straight-forward; [...]