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Thailand

Temples, street food, and islands for every budget.

Thailand spans golden temples and rooftop bars in Bangkok, misty mountain trekking around Chiang Mai, and beach-hopping down the southern islands — reliably good value at every level.

Capital

Bangkok

Currency

Thai baht

Timezone

ICT (UTC+7)

Daily budget

~$65/day

Language

Thai

Best seasons

Cool season (Nov–Feb)

Safety

Generally safe for tourists; standard precautions around nightlife areas and traffic.

Getting around

BTS Skytrain and MRT cover Bangkok; overnight trains and budget flights link the north and islands.

Internet & SIM

Cheap tourist SIMs everywhere; 7-Eleven on nearly every block for cash and essentials.