Shop for handicrafts and great bargains in Bangkok - the buzzing capital home to the Grand Palace, Floating Market, and other sightseeing activities such as Thai Boxing… discover this exciting city!Head to the Islands in the South to indulge in a beach escape… the pristine beaches of Phuket, Samui, Krabi, Khao Lak, Phi Phi and Chang are stunning and relaxing. These escapes are a great add-on to your Thailand or Asian itinerary, and are also a fantastic winter getaway or romance destination. Whatever your experience in Thailand, you'll likely want to return!
Location: Southeast Asia.
Area: 514,000 km².
Population: 64,000,000 (May 2006 est.)
Capital: Bangkok (7,753,000).
Time: 12 hours ahead of Toronto and 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Language: Thai is the official language. English and Chinese (Tachew) are widely spoken.
Religion: Buddhist, Muslim, Christian.
Currency: Baht (THB = 100 Satangs)
Climate: Jan Apr Jul Oct Temp
Bangkok 32/20 35/25 32/24 31/24 °C High/Low
Bangkok 92/88 95/77 92/75 88/75 °F High/Low
Thailand is tropical. Humidity is relatively high. Three seasons: dry, from March to May, humid, from June to October, and cool, from November to February. Best months to visit Thailand are November, December, January and February when the weather is the finest. June, July, August, are a little humid, but also good.
Electricity: 220 AC 50Hz.
Country Code: 66 - Bangkok 2, Chiang Mai 53.
Business Hours:
Banks: 08:30-15:30 Mon-Fri
Offices: 08:30-16:30 Mon-Fri
Shops: 10:00-19:00 Mon-Sun (Department Stores); 08:00-21:00 Mon-Sat (Others)
Tipping: A service charge is usually included. Taxi drivers are not tipped.
Licence: International driving licence is required.
Immunization: Malaria, Typhoid, Polio (though not essential), Hepatitis B, Tetanus recommended. See travel clinic for most up to date information.
Passport/Visa: Passport required. Visa not required for American or Canadian citizens stays of up to 30 days.
Airport: Bangkok International Suvarnabhumi/BKK 30 km East of Bangkok.
Airport tax: From February 2007; International 700 Baht, Domestic 100 Baht (except Samui 400 Baht). Usually included in air ticket.
Credit Cards: All major credit cards are accepted at most hotels and state run shops in the major cities. Canadian Travellers cheques are widely accepted.
Distances: Flying from Bangkok to:
Chiang Mai 1 hr 05 mins
Sydney 8 hrs 50 mins
Taipei 3 hrs 20 mins
Toronto 17 hrs 44 mins
Vancouver 13 hrs 30 mins
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