Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Shoulder Season (Apr-Jun, Sep & Oct)
» Hot and dry (April to June) but less so in higher elevations.
» Beaches aren't crowded and the ocean provides the air-con.
» September and October are ideal for the north and the gulf coast.
Low Season (Jul-Oct)
» Monsoon season can range from afternoon showers to major flooding.
» Some islands shut down and boat service is limited during stormy weather.
» Be flexible with travel plans.
Websites
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT; www.tourismthailand.org ) National tourism department covering info and spe-
cial events.
Thaivisa ( www.thaivisa.com ) Expat site for news and discussions.
Lonely Planet ( www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand ) Country profile and what to do and see.
Bangkok Post ( www.bangkokpost.com ) English-language daily.
The Nation ( www.nationmultimedia.com ) English-language daily.
Thai Language ( www.thai-language.com ) Online dictionary, Thai tutorials.
Important Numbers
Thailand's country code
66
Emergency
191
International access codes
001
007
008
009
Operator-assisted international calls
100
Tourist police
1155
Exchange Rates
Australia
A$1
32B
Canada
C$1
30B
Euro zone
€1
42B
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