Practical Thailand travel guides covering Bangkok, beaches, islands, transport, hotels, costs, weather, safety and trip planning. Use these guides to compare destinations and prepare for a Thailand trip.
If you’re planning to live in Thailand, you’ll need to find a place to stay. And it’s very easy to find accommodations with a one or even six-month lease. But what about shorter stays one month or even three? How can you find a short-term rental here in Thailand? In this post, I’ll cover everything…
Stunning beaches, friendly people, amazing food Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world. But planning the perfect trip can be a complicated task. From choosing when to visit and planning your travel itinerary to arranging vaccinations and health insurance, budgeting and accessing money, getting the best SIM card, booking flights and…
From street vendors to night markets and Michelin-starred restaurants, Thailand is a foodie paradise. But with all the food on offer, travelers can make plenty of mistakes from missing out on the best Thai food to eating the wrong food and ending up in the hospital on an IV. I’m going to cover the most common…
When you step outside currently, it does feel like you’re walking into an oven. We hit 40°, 42°, 43° C that’s around 105° Fahrenheit. I’m going to talk a little bit about the heat what you can expect if you’re visiting Thailand in the month of May. This is the hot season. We’re going to…
First, we have prohibited goods. As the name suggests, these items are prohibited in Thailand, and importing them can lead to significant fines even prison sentences. This includes: Illegal narcotics Counterfeit money Counterfeit trademarked goods Pornographic materials Any goods with the improper display of the Thai flag Bringing prohibited goods into Thailand is a very…
If you’ve never been to Thailand before, it’s very easy to assume that things will just work out on your trip. If you’re considering living here rather than just visiting, see this realistic Thailand living budget for 2026. And for the most part, that’s true. But small mistakes here can quietly cost you hours of…
Thailand is easy to enjoy when visitors pay attention to local expectations. This page focuses on cultural and practical mistakes rather than a list of criminal laws. For current legal restrictions, see the Thailand laws guide. For scams and immediate safety concerns, use the specialist guides linked there. Do Not Treat Every Place Like a…
When I first came to Thailand, I remember meeting somebody on a night out, a friend of a friend of a friend. But within about a week, he was asking to borrow money and even trying to crash on my couch. And at the time, with everything still new, that almost felt normal. Because the…
Bangkok has a way of pulling you in. It’s not just the temples or the food. It’s the contrast, the chaos and the calm, the traditional and the ultra modern, and the unique friendly culture. And in this article, I’m going to bring you on a whirlwind tour of the best places to visit here…