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MONEY: The currency in Thailand is Baht, often abbreviated as THB. ATMs distributing Baht and money changers are found throughout the country. Although US Dollars are rarely accepted most restaurants, hotels, and other businesses will accept credit cards. As of Aug 11: 1 USD = 31 THB
VISAS: Citizens of 42 different countries can enter Thailand without a visa and be granted a free visa at the airport for a 30-day stay. (NOTE: Overland arrivals only receive a 15-day visa).
ELECTRICITY: Thailand uses 220V but the plugs are not standardized. It is recommended to bring a universal plug adaptor.
DIALING CODE: +66
TIME ZONE: GMT/UTC +7
CLIMATE :
Hot Season: March to June
Rainy Season: Late June to October
Cool Season: November to February
The average temperature in Bangkok ranges from 20 Celsius in December to 36 Celsius in April.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS:
Thailand's public holidays are regulated by the government with a total of 17 official days observed by banks and other businesses. Many holidays are based on the Thai lunar calendar, falling on the full moon of each month; check with the Tourism Authority of Thailand www.tat.or.th for the current year's schedule.On National and Buddhist holidays and on polling days, government offices, banks, small shops, and offices -- as well as some restaurants and bars -- usually close. By law, bars cannot serve alcohol on HM Queen Sirikit's birthday in August, nor on HM King Bhumibol's birthday in December.
Note: In most cases there will be a little advance warning given to shop, restaurant, or bar customers. Public transport still runs on holidays.
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LANGUAGE: The official and the most widely spoken language is Thai, a complicated language with five tones. Besides the numerous region dialects.
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