The Thai King and Queen
It’s difficult to visit Thailand without realizing the affection with which the Thai people hold their royal family. Bangkok’s international airport has banners proclaiming ‘Long Live the King‘ and portraits and pictures of the Thai king and queen can be seen in homes and businesses throughout the land. Wherever you venture in Thailand, you are [...]
Thailand Travel Insurance
There is an old adage that says ‘if you can’t afford travel insurance you can’t afford to travel.’ I’m not sure who said it (probably somebody in the travel insurance industry!) but it is still a truism.
I can’t recommend one particular company over another one, all I would suggest is that you are adequately insured [...]
Wearing Shorts in Bangkok
I’d never given this much thought until recently when somebody asked me if it was acceptable for men to wear shorts in Bangkok. They’d read in a travel forum that it was only appropriate to wear shorts on the islands and in the beach resorts and not in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai. [...]
How Much to Tip in Thailand
When to tip and how much to tip are common questions for many visitors to Thailand. I’ve listed a number of different scenarios with suggested advice on how much to tip, but really it’s a case of whatever you feel comfortable with. The old advice about leaving a tip of 10% of the charge is [...]
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 [...]
Flights to Thailand
It doesn’t matter whether you are going to Thailand for 6 days or 6 months; getting the most out of your trip starts long before you reach the departure lounge.
Once you’ve decided on Thailand as a destination, the next decision is who to fly with. It’s worth comparing a few airlines and not just on [...]
What to Pack
The best advice I can give is to travel as light as possible. The climate is basically hot and humid so it is best to wear loose or relaxed fitting clothing made from natural materials like cotton. During the cool season in the north it can get chilly in the evenings so a shawl or [...]