Thailand
Bangkok, Sukhothai and the Death Railway
Bangkok, the old capital at Sukhothai and the day trip to the Death Railway, done on a budget.
Best time: January, February, November and December
Good to know
- Capital
- Bangkok
- Currency
- Thai baht (THB)
- Language
- Thai
- Say hello
- Sawasdee ka (women) / krap (men)Thank you: Khop khun ka / krap
- Plugs
- Type A, B, C and O
- Tap water
- Drink bottled or filtered water
When to go
- January: best
- February: best
- March: good
- April: low season
- May: low season
- June: low season
- July: low season
- August: low season
- September: low season
- October: good
- November: best
- December: best
November to February: dry and cooler. March to May is the hottest time.
Where to go in Thailand
Day trips
Easy escapes from a city base, usually without a tour.
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Visa & entry
- Changed on 15 September 2026: EU, UK, US and Indian passports can now stay 30 days visa-free (it used to be 60).
- Want to stay longer? Apply for a visa online before you go.
- Everyone fills in the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
- Thailand e-visa (official)
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (official)
- UK government travel advice
- US government travel advice
General info for the most common passports, checked November 2026. Rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you book.
Thailand FAQ
When is the best time to visit Thailand?
November to February: dry and cooler. March to May is the hottest time.
What currency does Thailand use?
Thai baht (THB).
What language do they speak in Thailand?
Thai. Hello is "Sawasdee ka (women) / krap (men)" and thank you is "Khop khun ka / krap".
Can you drink the tap water in Thailand?
Drink bottled or filtered water.
What plugs does Thailand use?
Type A, B, C and O. Pack a universal adapter if yours are different.
Do I need a visa for Thailand?
Changed on 15 September 2026: EU, UK, US and Indian passports can now stay 30 days visa-free (it used to be 60). Want to stay longer? Apply for a visa online before you go. Rules change, so check the official site (https://www.thaievisa.go.th/) before you book.