How do I prepare for a trip to Thailand?

How do I prepare for a trip to Thailand?

Do I need to wear a bra in Thailand?

This is frowned upon and in fact illegal (though of course the law is seldom enforced - unless drunk and bad-mouthed too). the max fine is actually 500baht! For women, when walking around - do wear a bra. Thais frowns upon western women they see bra-less.

Can I eat street food in Bangkok?

The first rule of Thai street food is: if you see Thais eating there, it's probably safe – street food vendors rely on regular customers so it's not in their interests to make people ill! If you see a lot of Thais eating there, it's probably really good, too.

Should I bring a beach towel to Thailand?

The vast majority of the accommodation types found in Thailand provide towels. If they don't or in case you need an extra one, towels are not hard to come by. You can find mosquito repellent in every single convenience store, pharmacy, and supermarket in Thailand.

How do I prepare my stomach for Thailand?

If eating from street side stalls make sure the cooking plate is very hot to kill off offending bugs. If it isn't hot dont eat the food. try eating yogurt before your trip to help build up good bacteria in your system some people take pepto bismol before they eat to pre coat their stomach.

Do I need malaria pills for Thailand?

Extra things for Thailand Malaria prevention tablets may be recommended for persons travelling to areas remote from the usual tourist areas. You will not usually need malaria pills for areas such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket or Koh Samui.

Should I bring a water bottle to Thailand?

You can refill water bottles with filtered water for just a few cents in Thailand, so save some money by bringing your own water bottle and filling it up as you go. You'll also help reduce the number of plastic bottles washing up on the gorgeous Thai beaches.

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What is the best time to visit Thailand?

When is the best time to visit Thailand? The best to visit Thailand is during the cool and dry season between November and early April, when temperatures range from 84°F to 97°F. However, the climate varies throughout the country, so you can visit all year round.