Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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» Western Christmas and New Year holidays bring crowds and inflated rates to
the beaches.
Shoulder Season
(Apr-Jun, Sept & Oct)
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» Hot and dry (April to June) all over, but less so in the northern mountains.
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» Tail-end of rainy season (September and October) is ideal for visiting the north
and the Gulf Coast.
Low Season
(Jul-Oct)
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» Monsoon season can range from afternoon showers to multiday drenchers.
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» Some islands shut down and boat service is limited during stormy weather.
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» Be flexible with travel plans.
Advance Planning
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One month before
Start shopping for airfares, planning an itinerary, booking
accommodation for resort islands like Ko Samui and Phuket, and arranging
Bangkok-Chiang Mai overnight train tickets.
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One week before
Book your arrival hotel in Bangkok, Thai cooking course and
dive trip. Start watching the web for Thailand news.
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One day before
Confirm your flight, find a hearty book for your flight and bid
adieu to ho-hum home life.
EXCHANGE RATES
Australia
A$1
32B
Canada
C$1
31B
Euro zone
€
44B
Japan
¥100
38B
New Zealand
NZ$1 25B
