Bhuda Day is not on Sunday ... They are some special Bhudish days such as Bhuda 's Birthday. One of those just happened to be Sunday in the middle of your trip.
When the sale of alcohol is prohibited is because It was during this time that the students were leaving school. Before there was a law prohibiting selling at this time, it was because many students Take this time to drink alcohol. after school and don't go home The government didn't want new drinkers coming from youth, so the law came up.
@@ExpatNatt Did you know that Thailand has a lot of convenience stores? If there is no time to sell alcohol Many children will also have easy access to alcohol. Even though the age But there are many who are over the age of helping children access to alcohol. The best way is to force the discharge time. It might not be in a good way. But it can reduce the problem more or less.
@@foodhistory1387 Thailand has seven everywhere, so it's difficult to control the law, set the time of sale. It came out a long time ago and the law that stipulates the area for sale came out later. Entertainment venues are forbidden to be near schools. I'm not sure how much distance, and seven in the gas station, selling alcohol is strictly prohibited.
@Mark Seymour The problem is not just students. But there is a problem with government officials as well, because when working with the end of school time of the students at the same time Identity verification by ID card therefore does not cover the problem And it's a copy of a very old law to be enacted. Not all Thai people agree with this law. I'm just telling you the background, the problems that arise, and the way people make the laws.
Welcome to Thailand!! June in Thailand is starting the rainy season, So please organize your trip to every place you would like to go, Hope you enjoy your trip and the street food you must try, don't miss it!!
Mary, wish you have the best times in my beloved country, meet the most helpful people along the way, creating the most memorable experiences and return to your homeland with such a rejuvenating soul and love that last the lifetime 💛✨🌼🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭
Last time ( pre covid) I was in Thailand it was very easy to get a SIM card at Bangkok airport, even late at night. At the airport they set it up for you and it always worked perfectly for us after that. We always did that on every trip. So we were ready to go from the airport. There are desks at the airport for the local mobile providers. Sure these international eSims are convenient but be careful of the rates compared with local sims in Thailand. It may be different in other Asian countries.
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Only newer phones are compatible with an E Sim card. For curiosity I compared the rates on the website you mentioned compared to buying a card in the airport in Bangkok and buying an actual card in the airport is still cheaper
About withdrawing money in Thai, I watched another UA-camr (dont remember which one though) said that he got cash by going inside a Bank to teller and use his card on a machine there and the Bank gave him cash with no fee charged. Something like this. Im not sure how it works.
I've lived in Thailand for the past 11 years and this is all very good advice for new tourists. I'd also add bring some masks as there is still a mask mandate. In the past few days I've seen loads of tourists walking around maskless. Obviously I hate wearing them but the cops might have something diff to say, as will many Thais if you try to get into a taxi, restaurant, shopping mall, etc. Just be prepared with a mask.
Dont listen to this guy People. Masks are not working against viruses. It s your choice to wear one or not. Not a taxi drivers choice, no government choice. Nobody's but yours. ;)
@@Mozzermarr10 lol ? Nothing funny about you and your weak attitude. A real contribution to society. What a joke.. besides all that, i can read very well. Nothing wrong with my eyes. And whatever you say and claim ... its still bad advice ;) f you for that.
People need to stand up for themselves. No one can tell another person what they can or cannot do when it comes to breathing and many other basic human functions. Truth is truth, get f-d if you don't like it
@James Ramelli mask mandate is over now. We’re all freely walking around maskless. I think you still have to in govt buildings but otherwise it’s over :).
Great video, thanks guys! I’m planning to go to Thailand early July so this is very helpful, especially the ESim card and the service Bolt. I am trying to learn as much Thai as I can. Been studying since January, but with 5 tones it’s a bit tricky. Here are a few helpful phrases you might use….When greeting someone - Sa wat dii (kha for women)(krup for men) so Mandy: Sawatdii Kha, with hands clasped together in front of your chest and a little nod (its called a waI) Lloyd: Sawatdii Krup. If you need to apologize it’s Khot thot (kha or krup) can’t wait to hear and see more about your trip. Thanks so much.
Jen, you win my heart by determination and dedication to learn Thai. A small tip, to speak Thai infact it is pretty easy-going. MAI = no. If you don’t want anything, either things, actions, directions anything, just put MAI in front of the word or verb. Same thing as NO. AO = take/want If you want anything just put AO in front of things or amount you want. Such as you want 1 roti you say “Ao Nung (1) ka”. Same thing as “Want one (of these)”.
@@jomontanee that’s wonderful…thank you. So saying you want something you can say Ao Song Muu Ping to order two skewers of pork right? 🙏 Definitely going into my vocabulary list. and when you want to say no, mai plus the verb? so like Mai mii means don’t have, cause mii means have, right? Thanks again for the help.
220 THB is what the local bank will charge you. Home bank will also charge you a conversion fee, so the total comes out to $17USD per ATM withdraw. I prefer ATM than bringing a wad of cash. The easy solution is opening a Charles Schwab account and get the fees reimbursed. SIM card was no issue and you'll be ok to take a few minutes and get done at the airport. My only regret is not downloading a transport app prior to travel. Even with a SIM card, you don't get those notifications via text to continue creating a account.
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1 use google translater to communicate with the local 2. Try non spicy Thai food like Pad See Ew, Thai fried rice or Rad na 3. Thai temple can help for emergencies 4. Just only ride the taxi with meter 5. Try Thai Mine-Smart Ferry the air conditioning ferry
use google translate as a last resort - learn basic Thai via YouTub- it’s not that hard and should only take a few hours (how many hours do you spend watching trash tv ;p ) the locals will appreciate it and you have less chance of being scammed. please don’t write off spicy street food- it will make you feel alive?! What’s the point of travelling if you are play the apps and eat the same food you can eat back home :) agree with your others points - please don’t ever step foot inside a taxi unless they use meter. Be assertive. Oh and Bolt is much cheaper than grab as mentioned in the vid. 🙏🤙✌️
@@btswitch4619 only when you’re desperate! It’s much more fun / rewarding interacting with the locals. Yes it’s challenging but if you don’t want to be tested, why travel?!
You are right. Politeness in Thai language speaking is about the speaker, and not the interlocutor. If the speaker is a guy, then he ends his sentences with "krub". A female speaker ends her sentences with "ka". 😉
This is different from English. In English, you add "Sir" at the end of your sentences if your interlocutor is a guy, and "Ma'am" or "Miss" if your interlocutor is a woman.
For politeness when saying 'thank you' (cob Khun ca/krup) I often use 'na' .... 'cob Khun na krup' is especially polite (if someone did something especially nice or went out of their way to help you) and 'na krup' for a short form of 'cob Khun cup'. I usually use that at the cash register when they give me my change/receipt.
Decent video..I know it might be fun to travel footloose and fancy free but I would suggest when traveling to other than western countries you might find it helpful to do a bit of research before you go
Been to Thailand about 20 times and always get a local sim,easy and cheap and we only take cash to avoid any fees. We download the offline maps before we leave then after we check inn we go to a shopping centre and buy a sim for me and the wife that will last the trip and more. They set it all up for you.
I wish I'd known about E-Sims in Feb when I went to Thailand, I would have saved a full half day getting my phone sorted out. Street food, OMG, sooo good.
Note. Phone must be esim compatible. The E stands for embedded. So if your phone doesn't have one then this option won't be there. Definitely upgrading to a esim phone next time. I always feel like Sim card and money changers are trying to rip me off. Trust issues. 😛
Some useful tips there. Than you. A couple of cultural things you should know/consider. 1. Don’t use your left hand for ANYTHING when it comes to giving/receiving money/food/bus ticket,…, you name it. 2. Don’t touch people on the head. 3. Don’t put your feet up or pointing at someone. For example, in a temple fold your feet backwards so that it is not pointing towards the Buddha. 4. Generally speaking, only say “thank you” for important occasions. No need when buying a train ticket or when you get your meal. A simple nod of the head is enough. Observe the locals. Saying “thank you” is like saying “I greatly appreciate the honor in which you are making for me” or something like that. Imagine in Australia you buy a meat pie and you say what I just said. A bit weird, right? Have fun traveling and enjoy life! 🙏🏽
@@legshakermaker1968 I guess you have never been to a place in Thailand (or anywhere else in SE Asia) where they squat to do their toilet business. There will be no toilet paper. Only a bowl of water. Which hand do you think you are going to use to clean your ass? Next time you are at a place with a lot of locals around and there is a picture of the Thai kind, point your RIGHT index finger at him. You are very likely to get into a fair amount of trouble. Now, do this with your left index finger and you will probably end up in jail.
@@valerieearlam2172 Thais are pretty much OK with foreigners doing it. Even they do it out of laziness. Sometimes you will see them place their left palm under their right elbow when accepting something of "value" from you. This is a sign of them being very grateful and respectful. So, when this happens and you have given them something using your left hand (which is used to wipe your you know what), it shows that you have no understanding of the gesture that they are showing you.
Thank you for your subtitle, I can understand what are you saying thanks to that, as well as I can learn English from you. Once agian thank you so much
I use a phone service from Australia - $20 for 365 day expiry, esim, gets me through the airport and Grab, while I slip in a local sim for cheap data. Easy!
Atm fees are bad if you use your own account in most countries now, even if you go into the bank you get worse currency rates, if you're only travelling take enough cash with you and be careful with it in Thailand, if you're staying a long time get a Thai bank account and transfer it that way to get the best exchange rates
I take less than 10.000 dollars with me, open a bank account when I arrive in Thailand, get a bank card. Never use an ATM as it can eat your credit card, bank card and leave you without a bank card. Go to a bank, do an over the counter cash withdrawal on your credit card or bank card as you won't lose your card. Lose your card once in an ATM is more than enough to learn not to use them in a foreign country. It happened once in Greece, I had to go back to France as the card had to be sent to an actual home address, not a hotel room or anywhere else. Not something you want to experience. I like independent cash options, no fees, no troubles, no issues. Don't keep 10,000 baht notes, change them at the bank for 1000 baht notes so you can't lose cash by handing out a large note and getting change for a 1000 baht note. Taxis and such don't usually have the cash to handle the bigger notes.
Thank you . I have been to Thailand before back in 2016 going in a few weeks for a month. This has been very helpful and reassuring especially the esim and the fact there is an abundant of good public transport.
The ATM fee for foreign cards has been there for many years in most countries in Asia and Europe that I visited. The equivalent of 6 USD usually. Like you said go indide the bank if possible or withdraw the max amount in one shot in the ATM.
Thankfully I live in the US and love my phone service. $65 USD for 50GB 5G data around the world through Google FI. The drinking rule shocked me as well. Though you can but anytime at night.
You are right it's gone seriously downhill since we were young and at best you had a Lonely Planet guide. It's REALLY gone downhill in the last decade or so with the rise of Influencers and Vloggers and the sheep they attract. My pet LOL are the "Thailands Best Kept Secret' vlogs, usually featuring some island that isn't Phuket or Samui and therefore slightly less populated. All that GenZ naivity like they are the first to ever set foot there. They are even more embarassing than this video. I went in July 2021 (again) for 8 months during Covid. The entire country was practically devoid of tourism. We travelled to every island and several other places - had Chaweng Beach and Lamai practically to ourselves. Met some great 'real' travellers, did some brilliant cycling and diving etc. It was like being back in the 80s almost 🙏
Hey there, thanks for the comments. Re Sim card I checked out the prices and holafly looks quite expensive compared to just getting a SIM card. (For thailand Holafly seems to be offering 6GB for 15 days @ USD$34, After a little bit of surfing for thailand it looks like you can get several local sims with plans like 60 GB/month for 3 months @ USD$26... ) Am I missing something?
There are several Thai holidays where alcohol sales are restricted if not banned completely. The dates of which vary slightly from year to year, but in 2022 the dates were or are, Makha Bucha Day (16th Feb), Visakha Bucha Day (15th May) Asarnha Bucha Day (13th July) and Wan Khao Phansa (14th July). I have also experienced restrictions, on voting days and Mother's day which also celebrates the current Queen Mother's birthday (12th August) and if it falls on a weekend, the holiday carries over onto the following Monday, so stock up early.
@@Max_Vight Yes sorry. I’ve spent so long listening to other westerners here complaining about the odd day when they can’t buy alcohol and maybe I took my frustration out on you. About the holidays - if they fall on a weekend, the day off is on the next Monday rather than making it a 3-day holiday. Also sometimes shops stop selling alcohol out of respect rather than because of the law. I don’t believe it’s actually illegal to sell alcohol on the King’s birthday for example but most shops won’t. Restrictions the evening before voting do seem especially ridiculous, as if they think everyone will get drunk and vote for the wrong people.
@@g-wagonsg-wagon3693 Probably best to see a professional then. Or maybe go somewhere that's geared up for people who need to get drunk every day, like Ibiza?
Paper products! Many restrooms do not have toilet paper or paper towels. Toilets can be an elevated hole in the ground and many have no sink to wash your hands or soap. Bring travel tissue and sanitizing wipes wherever you go - it takes little room in your backpack and you'll be happy you have it. Also get as many massages as you can! They cost about 200 - 300 baht (about $6 - $8 USD) and they're awesome. Be respectful of their religion and when visiting temples cover your shoulders and knees.
Thank you for the great video. And thank you for coming to Thailand. If you come next time. I suggest you to use the airport rail link. Then you can continue by BTS or MRT to the station nearby your reserved hotel. It's more convenient and cheaper than airport taxi. Answers to the question of politeness in Thai: The polite we use at the end of a sentence that varies between a woman and a man is similar to the English suffix "Sir", but with a respectful difference. Man = KRUB Women = KA Thanksgiving = khOB KHUN (KRUB/KA) Apology = KHOR THOD (KRUB/KA) and will be very polite if you raise your hand like a Thai person. Everyone will appreciate you. Just like trying to speak Thai. Thailand is probably the only country in the world where you can try to speak Thai and you won't be laughed at. On the other hand you will get smiles and admiration as you try to speak our language with pleasure. And In short sentences, if you speak with a clear or close accent. You will get compliments from Thai people in Thai .KENG MAK. , it means you are very good with thumbs up.👍 So for here you don't have to worry about trying to speak Thai. In regard to the law limiting the time to sell alcohol. The reason comes from trying to reduce the risk that people drink at that time and drive. Due to past car accident data, it was found that most of the causes were alcohol and drunk driving.
Yes well you people are sort of correct, on the right track I’m an Aussie lived in Lao for years and Thailand The public transport system runs rings around anything in Australia,( we in Australia are 3rd world by comparison) and bloody expensive by comparison. Food as you have mentioned the street food yes it’s brilliant fresh every day or evening when the open, what’s left over gets thrown out I have been ill once from food in Thailand and it was from a Korean restaurant in Bangkok NOT Thai food If you can speak a little Thai it’s great , but not essential English is taught in schools so 95% of Thai people can speak some English The taxi hire thing , don’t use tuk tuk they rip you off. Not even my Thai wife will use tuk tuk Use a metered taxi or negotiate a price if going a long distance. But you must know where your going distance and roughly cost before negotiating Your hotel can often recommend a service that is cheaper than anything else , and they can book it for you . The phone thing you mentioned is really good even though I live in Thailand and travel to Australia often I wasn’t away of it but it’s annoying not have service on arrival in Bangkok, especially if you have to meet your wife in Bangkok airport it’s bloody big Please for everyone reading be polite to the Thai people it’s very important, if you are polite the local people will do anything to help you, but if your nasty or aggressive expect to be visited by police or even a visit to hospital And gents treat the women with respect
Crazy youtube. This was in my recommended feed. The alcohol laws. I actually just learned this from another vlog just tonight. They don't allow alcohol sales from 2 to 5pm as that is the time when school kids get out from school. It is to discourage underage drinking and businesses from selling to minors. I say works for me.
I buy beer at a supermarket, not 7-11, during the day time, drop off your laundry in the morning and pick it up next day at any laundry shop, they iron, fold and pack it up for easy carry, acceptable costs.
We are traveling to Thailand this weeks for the first time ever and we just want to say thank you for making the videos and showing us tips and tricks for travels we also used the code for the sim card! thank you!! We love your guys videos
@@ioanabacanu4619happy trip whit scaming al the thime for sure sane in filipines jou cane never escape newer haaaaaaasssssss stuped Idee to go the unlearning langue there
Yes so much things before you go to Thailand. If you need more about Thailand, come to us😊 where do you go to Thailand and what has you learn about the land?
All you are doing is acknowledging you understand what is being said. If you do this when the Thai speaker knows you don't really understand they will not respect you for it, believe me.
one thing i introduce is remember the name of foods in Thai language. that's convinience to enjoy street food everywhere you go. 👍😄 Thai pople also said, you spoke Thai cleary even it was not clear or wrong accent. 3-4 sentences is enough.
Great tips! 2 Question 1 - phone. So we can bring our own phones, just buy a new simcard? 2 - withdrawal from banks. Is that true for all banks or just the larger/international banks? female - always end with "kah" male - always end with "krup"
Yes only to apply for the Thai pass which is mandatory right now. They need 1. Scan/pic of Passport 2. Full vaccination certificate and it's QR code (just screenshot and crop from the certificate) OR tests of not vaccinated 3. Medical insurance that covers $10000 (the Thai pass website suggests a few Thai companies, but you can buy from any which covers the requirements). 4. One hotel booking confirmation. Just one day confirmed booking is fine. Everything is written in details and clearly on their website. And mine was processed within 2 hours, I was stressing about the insurance initially because one of them has a 14 day waiting time OR present rcptr test which i don't want to. But I bought mine from MSIG Thai insurance company and it was instant. Hope this helped.
@@lesliestenta3084 yes started from July 1st. No Thai pass, no insurance. Mask is your choice, except in public transportation (but again, mostly upto individuals/ airlines)
Also if you go into true mobile but the shop not into a 7 you can get a sim card for 300thb unlimited data and calls for 30 days, it will usually even work if you have a blocked phone, mine is a blocked Australian phone and Thai sims work fine, it's only 10 US for 30 days
Same thing happened to me in Costa Rica. Wasted a day and half to get a local sim card working. Ugh. Switzerland and Peru are also pains to get local sim cards
for Americans dealing with ATM fees the best workaround is to band with Charles Schwab. you get an international ATM card that gives you reimbursement of all fees - you just have to front the cost, so you need to have $108 in your account to withdraw $100 with an $8.00 fee. Also you get a brokerage account, beats a savings account any day. i wish i had banked here since i opened my first bank account as a kid i would be very well off.
You will pay 220 Bhat at an atm but you will also get it at a commercial rate, which is far better than the banks rate! Work it out if you can count? Just don’t take out 1000BT…
Never book anywhere to stay when going to Thailand because your plans will change, I promise. Only stay in one place 2-3 nights 4 max. It’s so cheap there that I bounce from place to place as I meet people
In a lot of languages there’s masculine and feminine. Spanish is one. A way to say nice to meet you is in English enchanted. That translates to masculine encantado, or encantada for feminine.
How difficult/easy is it to find public bathrooms? I feel like I’d be walking around a lot, drinking lots of water to stay hydrated. Also, is tipping common as in the US?
If you have an ING account the atm charges the fee then it gets refunded to your account. I have Vodafone mobile its cost $5 per day. As soon as you walk out of the airport you get a message from Vodafone saying welcome to Thailand then you just set it up very easy. What sort information covid shots etc did you need?
The alcohol thing is unusual to me. I spent a year in Thailand, I shared that time in Bangkok, chaing mai, chaing rai, mae sa sareang, mae hong son, Pai, khon kaen, udon Thani, petchabun, pitsanulok and tak. Never once was I refused alcohol. And I’m certain I must have had a drink between 2-5. I better look this up because I’m going down south to krabi for the first time this year.
I am going to Thailand for about 2-4 weeks then moving to the Philippines the end of this summer. Wish me luck lol. I am 44 and retired. Don't see a better place to be or vacation.
So many people don't recon the destination. They assume all is the same. Classic mistake is going to thailand with no cash. Cash is easy there. Go to a phone shop in a shopping centre for a sim. They do good deals. Street food is good if you have a strong constituation. Sombat tour buses are the best.
I was last in the country in 2007. I seem to remember hating the ATM service charges then (having been there 2 times previously) so i brought cash to do most of the exchanges. Of course this puts you in more danger of losing it. I brought large US bills--$100's --and that gave the best rate of exchange. The video doesn't mention it but i was annoyed of a tax people flying out of Thailand must pay. Back then there was no advance notice--you find out as you leave. I seem to remember it was in the $20 (US) range. Thailand is a major hub for international travelers. You'll likely meet people from all over the planet. Its a good place to hear about other places to travel to.
Dear guys, if you visit the Philippines, go to the island called siquijor. It is beautiful and mostly free of tourists. You can rent an scooter to travel the whole island.
There are so many atm withdrawal fee free debit cards. It’s worth having one. The fees do not only apply in Thailand but also apply in other countries.
MOST smartphones are NOT compatible with eSIM. There are actually only a handful of smartphones in the world that does. They are mostly only high-end flagship devices like Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy that are compatible with eSIM.
I loved your video. Like you, Lloyd, I worry about becoming ill from eating the street food when I go to Thailand. I will be visiting Bangkok. My GP has warned me, "No ice, don't drink tap water, and don't eat anything that isn't served so hot you burn your hands holding it. And don't drink any street-made cold drinks." Looking at the many videos on Thai street food, I guess the GP meant those made from fresh fruit, or freshly squeezed fruit, both of which have ice and possibly water in them. The range of food is incredible, and the salads look amazing. Did you have ice in your drinks and eat the salads, or how did you handle it please? I don't want to cause offense, but I don't want to become ill either.
I ate only in fancy establishments in bali and caught food poisening anyway. Street food and smoothies are not necessarily higher risk if you ask me. Had plenty of mango passionfruit smoothies with ice and never had any problems in thailand
He it’s a big problem there I am in filipines 4 weeks beware but jou canot escape the sickness about the f tropic klimat canot 2 das shit stomac heatitch all in all a nice expirienz haaaaaaaaaaa
Always bring cash and have your atm and credit card as backup. Rate at the airport is bad. See that when you rent a moterbike that you have an international motorbike licence and a good travel insurance. Accidents happens a lot and police check for licence and wearing helmet.
Alcohol.. cannot sale between 12 am. - 11 am. and 2 pm. - 5 pm. (Not for sale but not forbidden to drink).However you can buy it in the local shop all day as long as it's open.
One more thing about alcohol sale ; if that day is BUDDHISM HOLIDAY the sale of alcohol is prohibited all over Thailand too (both diners and convenience store). Just check Thai calendar for that. 🥰🇹🇭🙏
this might have been said yet, I have CC on and the ATM part. It said just withdraw your money from Nutella. At first I thought it was a joke. Then maybe a bank name. Then figured out the accent it was withdraw money from the Tella. So much for getting my money for free from a creamy chocolate thing that I still don't really know what to call it.
This is also the land of hidden steps so watch your step whether you are at a resort or in a temple. Floors are especially slippery as well so be careful.
The Alcohol sales between 2 p.m - 5 p.m the law did stated if purchased 5 liters or more it's allowed . According to Buddhism, consuming alcohol is a sin that people should try to avoid. However, both men and women have the complete freedom to do whatever they prefer..
Yes, this is designed for restaurants etc to be able to restock during the day. It does mean though, if you go into Lotus's at 3pm you should be able to buy a 12 bottle box of Chang.
Thailand's law prohibits the sale of alcohol in Thailand. Buddha's Day and every day from 11.00-14.00 and 17.00-24.00 except international airports and legally registered entertainment venues
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It will be way more fun for you to figure it out on the way. Should make for some awesome content.
Hey what visa are you on ??
Looking to come over soon but wanna stay longer than 30 days 😝
Bhuda Day is not on Sunday ... They are some special Bhudish days such as Bhuda 's Birthday.
One of those just happened to be Sunday in the middle of your trip.
The thais dont really shake hands. They do the palms together in front of chest for greetings. Just like japanese or korean wt bowing.
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When the sale of alcohol is prohibited is because It was during this time that the students were leaving school. Before there was a law prohibiting selling at this time, it was because many students Take this time to drink alcohol. after school and don't go home The government didn't want new drinkers coming from youth, so the law came up.
This is so interesting, I didn’t know this!
@@ExpatNatt Did you know that Thailand has a lot of convenience stores? If there is no time to sell alcohol Many children will also have easy access to alcohol. Even though the age But there are many who are over the age of helping children access to alcohol. The best way is to force the discharge time. It might not be in a good way. But it can reduce the problem more or less.
@@ndjroom it is just within a certain distance of a school, isn't it? Also, I'm not sure if the smaller independent shops have got the memo 😉
@@foodhistory1387 Thailand has seven everywhere, so it's difficult to control the law, set the time of sale. It came out a long time ago and the law that stipulates the area for sale came out later. Entertainment venues are forbidden to be near schools. I'm not sure how much distance, and seven in the gas station, selling alcohol is strictly prohibited.
@Mark Seymour The problem is not just students. But there is a problem with government officials as well, because when working with the end of school time of the students at the same time Identity verification by ID card therefore does not cover the problem And it's a copy of a very old law to be enacted. Not all Thai people agree with this law. I'm just telling you the background, the problems that arise, and the way people make the laws.
I’m traveling to Thailand next week and just doing all my research prior to departure and your videos are so helpful!
Thanks to the both of you xx
Welcome to Thailand!! June in Thailand is starting the rainy season, So please organize your trip to every place you would like to go, Hope you enjoy your trip and the street food you must try, don't miss it!!
Mary, wish you have the best times in my beloved country, meet the most helpful people along the way, creating the most memorable experiences and return to your homeland with such a rejuvenating soul and love that last the lifetime 💛✨🌼🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭
Travel safe!
@Ninta Siriwan good rates too.
I want to visit Thailand. How was your trip? 🤗
Holafly is usually way more expensive then buying a sim card. But if you dont want to worry about where to get one holafly is an option.
Last time ( pre covid) I was in Thailand it was very easy to get a SIM card at Bangkok airport, even late at night. At the airport they set it up for you and it always worked perfectly for us after that. We always did that on every trip. So we were ready to go from the airport. There are desks at the airport for the local mobile providers.
Sure these international eSims are convenient but be careful of the rates compared with local sims in Thailand. It may be different in other Asian countries.
Sorry. Didn’t realize you’d already published a comment of mine in this.
Dtac and Ais are so quick to get a proper package with also. We pay like 300 baht per month for unlimited.
@@Brimfulofbeauty
Hi, where do u get unlimited for 300 baht?? Ty for answering
@@nivchen3528 I am with Ais. We also had a cheap Dtac one.
@@Brimfulofbeauty
In The Airport Its much more expensive, where did you buy?
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Only newer phones are compatible with an E Sim card. For curiosity I compared the rates on the website you mentioned compared to buying a card in the airport in Bangkok and buying an actual card in the airport is still cheaper
About withdrawing money in Thai, I watched another UA-camr (dont remember which one though) said that he got cash by going inside a Bank to teller and use his card on a machine there and the Bank gave him cash with no fee charged. Something like this. Im not sure how it works.
Very close to right.
Its depend which card you are using
You’ve gotta give your passport to the teller however… that’s risky and I wouldn’t recommend it ( identity theft is massive be careful )
@@BastenValSeriously? Umm false information about Thailand
@@theloudpetite Yes, some places can be very false. I suggest alternative methods via apps to avoid hefty ATM fees in Thailand :)
I've lived in Thailand for the past 11 years and this is all very good advice for new tourists. I'd also add bring some masks as there is still a mask mandate. In the past few days I've seen loads of tourists walking around maskless. Obviously I hate wearing them but the cops might have something diff to say, as will many Thais if you try to get into a taxi, restaurant, shopping mall, etc. Just be prepared with a mask.
Dont listen to this guy People.
Masks are not working against viruses.
It s your choice to wear one or not.
Not a taxi drivers choice, no government choice. Nobody's but yours. ;)
@@pondforpondpondcake595 lol I hate masks too. Was just giving advice as you still need to wear one in shops. Learn how to read!
@@Mozzermarr10 lol ? Nothing funny about you and your weak attitude. A real contribution to society. What a joke.. besides all that, i can read very well.
Nothing wrong with my eyes. And whatever you say and claim ... its still bad advice ;) f you for that.
People need to stand up for themselves. No one can tell another person what they can or cannot do when it comes to breathing and many other basic human functions. Truth is truth, get f-d if you don't like it
@James Ramelli mask mandate is over now. We’re all freely walking around maskless. I think you still have to in govt buildings but otherwise it’s over :).
Great video, thanks guys! I’m planning to go to Thailand early July so this is very helpful, especially the ESim card and the service Bolt. I am trying to learn as much Thai as I can. Been studying since January, but with 5 tones it’s a bit tricky. Here are a few helpful phrases you might use….When greeting someone - Sa wat dii (kha for women)(krup for men) so Mandy: Sawatdii Kha, with hands clasped together in front of your chest and a little nod (its called a waI) Lloyd: Sawatdii Krup. If you need to apologize it’s Khot thot (kha or krup) can’t wait to hear and see more about your trip. Thanks so much.
Travel safe! Have fun!
Jen, you win my heart by determination and dedication to learn Thai.
A small tip, to speak Thai infact it is pretty easy-going.
MAI = no.
If you don’t want anything, either things, actions, directions anything, just put MAI in front of the word or verb. Same thing as NO.
AO = take/want
If you want anything just put AO in front of things or amount you want. Such as you want 1 roti you say “Ao Nung (1) ka”. Same thing as “Want one (of these)”.
@best journey local good luck! I hope that too…
@@americaninthailand8760 Thank you! I am so excited to see everything and experience the culture the food and the land of smiles.
@@jomontanee that’s wonderful…thank you. So saying you want something you can say Ao Song Muu Ping to order two skewers of pork right? 🙏 Definitely going into my vocabulary list. and when you want to say no, mai plus the verb? so like Mai mii means don’t have, cause mii means have, right? Thanks again for the help.
220 THB is what the local bank will charge you. Home bank will also charge you a conversion fee, so the total comes out to $17USD per ATM withdraw. I prefer ATM than bringing a wad of cash. The easy solution is opening a Charles Schwab account and get the fees reimbursed. SIM card was no issue and you'll be ok to take a few minutes and get done at the airport. My only regret is not downloading a transport app prior to travel. Even with a SIM card, you don't get those notifications via text to continue creating a account.
He unvise Ami man jou know wy wy wy I bring cahs to filipines 10000 dollar tats wise note the f atm card usles there to expensiv cahs is King there not the f kredicard nobody want only cahs
1 use google translater to communicate with the local 2. Try non spicy Thai food like Pad See Ew, Thai fried rice or Rad na 3. Thai temple can help for emergencies 4. Just only ride the taxi with meter 5. Try Thai Mine-Smart Ferry the air conditioning ferry
Pad See Ew is my no.1 yummy!!! Especially freshly cooked!! The smell is so goooood!!!
Thai temple for emergencies? What do you mean?
use google translate as a last resort - learn basic Thai via YouTub- it’s not that hard and should only take a few hours (how many hours do you spend watching trash tv ;p ) the locals will appreciate it and you have less chance of being scammed. please don’t write off spicy street food- it will make you feel alive?! What’s the point of travelling if you are play the apps and eat the same food you can eat back home :) agree with your others points - please don’t ever step foot inside a taxi unless they use meter. Be assertive. Oh and Bolt is much cheaper than grab as mentioned in the vid. 🙏🤙✌️
@@baileyisone they will help you regardless of your situation - shout out to Buddhism ☸️ :)
@@btswitch4619 only when you’re desperate! It’s much more fun / rewarding interacting with the locals. Yes it’s challenging but if you don’t want to be tested, why travel?!
You are right. Politeness in Thai language speaking is about the speaker, and not the interlocutor. If the speaker is a guy, then he ends his sentences with "krub". A female speaker ends her sentences with "ka". 😉
This is different from English. In English, you add "Sir" at the end of your sentences if your interlocutor is a guy, and "Ma'am" or "Miss" if your interlocutor is a woman.
Took me awhile to remember this.
For politeness when saying 'thank you' (cob Khun ca/krup) I often use 'na' .... 'cob Khun na krup' is especially polite (if someone did something especially nice or went out of their way to help you) and 'na krup' for a short form of 'cob Khun cup'. I usually use that at the cash register when they give me my change/receipt.
ผมเป็นคนไทยและขอขอบคุณทั้งสองที่ช่วยแนะนำและบอกสิ่งดีๆให้กับเพื่อนร่วมโลกได้รับรู้ถึง สิ่งดีๆ ของประเทศไทย และเราคนไทยก็มีความหวังอย่างยิ่งว่าจะได้การตอบรับจากนักท่องเที่ยวทุกท่านทุก ชาติ ทั่วทุกของมุมโลก ได้มาเยี่ยมชมประเทศไทยของเรา
Decent video..I know it might be fun to travel footloose and fancy free but I would suggest when traveling to other than western countries you might find it helpful to do a bit of research before you go
Been to Thailand about 20 times and always get a local sim,easy and cheap and we only take cash to avoid any fees. We download the offline maps before we leave then after we check inn we go to a shopping centre and buy a sim for me and the wife that will last the trip and more. They set it all up for you.
This is very interesting and valuable. Because we will feel comfortable if we know what is happening in the place we are visiting, such as Thailand.
I wish I'd known about E-Sims in Feb when I went to Thailand, I would have saved a full half day getting my phone sorted out. Street food, OMG, sooo good.
as a fellow Vlogger I was very keen to hear about your eSim cards, thanks guys.
Note. Phone must be esim compatible.
The E stands for embedded.
So if your phone doesn't have one then this option won't be there.
Definitely upgrading to a esim phone next time. I always feel like Sim card and money changers are trying to rip me off.
Trust issues. 😛
Great comment. Seems only compatible with newer phones. Thanks
You couldnt go for a walk because you didnt have a sim card??? What has the world come to!
Hahaha this is ridiculous, just go explore
Is actually not nice to get lost in a city you don’t know
@@fabiolasevilla6319 true but its not hard to go for a short walk and manage to find you way back
What a SIM card you need there ? We going to Thailand I like to know more of it.
It's because they r promoting 😂😂😂😂
Atm fees is normal for international it normally charge more so between withdraw a lot at once or do exchanges money before coming.
Is it the same fee regardless of how much you withdraw? Or does the fee increase with the amount you withdraw?
Some useful tips there. Than you. A couple of cultural things you should know/consider.
1. Don’t use your left hand for ANYTHING when it comes to giving/receiving money/food/bus ticket,…, you name it.
2. Don’t touch people on the head.
3. Don’t put your feet up or pointing at someone. For example, in a temple fold your feet backwards so that it is not pointing towards the Buddha.
4. Generally speaking, only say “thank you” for important occasions. No need when buying a train ticket or when you get your meal. A simple nod of the head is enough. Observe the locals. Saying “thank you” is like saying “I greatly appreciate the honor in which you are making for me” or something like that. Imagine in Australia you buy a meat pie and you say what I just said. A bit weird, right?
Have fun traveling and enjoy life! 🙏🏽
Not sure where you got tip 1. from. I've never heard this one in Thailand.
@@legshakermaker1968 I guess you have never been to a place in Thailand (or anywhere else in SE Asia) where they squat to do their toilet business. There will be no toilet paper. Only a bowl of water. Which hand do you think you are going to use to clean your ass? Next time you are at a place with a lot of locals around and there is a picture of the Thai kind, point your RIGHT index finger at him. You are very likely to get into a fair amount of trouble. Now, do this with your left index finger and you will probably end up in jail.
some things are so obvious common sense that they should not need to be mentioned, like touching people's heads or putting your feet up / pointing.
I’m left handed so that’s going to be awkward
@@valerieearlam2172 Thais are pretty much OK with foreigners doing it. Even they do it out of laziness.
Sometimes you will see them place their left palm under their right elbow when accepting something of "value" from you. This is a sign of them being very grateful and respectful.
So, when this happens and you have given them something using your left hand (which is used to wipe your you know what), it shows that you have no understanding of the gesture that they are showing you.
This holafly e-sim card thing sounds great. I've never heard of it so thanks so much!!!
Thank you for your subtitle, I can understand what are you saying thanks to that, as well as I can learn English from you.
Once agian thank you so much
Good luck with your English!
The atm fees tip is pretty helpful, I'll definitely use it on my next thailand trip. I could have saved at least $100
I’m from AUS I been using Citibank debit/travel card … only cost is exchange rate no atm or international transaction fee
Wat the f atm fee jou pay the bankster a fee wow cahs is King in Asia not a atm stuped
Easier to prebuy cash before leaving home
I’ll be checking out Bolt next time I go to Thailand. Thanks for the tip. Another very helpful video.
I use a phone service from Australia - $20 for 365 day expiry, esim, gets me through the airport and Grab, while I slip in a local sim for cheap data. Easy!
U can get a Sim Card at every 7/11, just bring your passport. If u ask for, they will activate it for you. So easy. And you can Top up there too
Atm fees are bad if you use your own account in most countries now, even if you go into the bank you get worse currency rates, if you're only travelling take enough cash with you and be careful with it in Thailand, if you're staying a long time get a Thai bank account and transfer it that way to get the best exchange rates
I take less than 10.000 dollars with me, open a bank account when I arrive in Thailand, get a bank card. Never use an ATM as it can eat your credit card, bank card and leave you without a bank card. Go to a bank, do an over the counter cash withdrawal on your credit card or bank card as you won't lose your card. Lose your card once in an ATM is more than enough to learn not to use them in a foreign country. It happened once in Greece, I had to go back to France as the card had to be sent to an actual home address, not a hotel room or anywhere else. Not something you want to experience. I like independent cash options, no fees, no troubles, no issues. Don't keep 10,000 baht notes, change them at the bank for 1000 baht notes so you can't lose cash by handing out a large note and getting change for a 1000 baht note. Taxis and such don't usually have the cash to handle the bigger notes.
You can buy SIM cards in 7/11. Cost about 100bht. TRUE is probably the cheapest and best
That’s like 2 USD right?
Thank you . I have been to Thailand before back in 2016 going in a few weeks for a month. This has been very helpful and reassuring especially the esim and the fact there is an abundant of good public transport.
Glad it was helpful!
Appreciate this video a lot, going to Thailand in November. Thank you for the information guys
The ATM fee for foreign cards has been there for many years in most countries in Asia and Europe that I visited. The equivalent of 6 USD usually. Like you said go indide the bank if possible or withdraw the max amount in one shot in the ATM.
Thankfully I live in the US and love my phone service. $65 USD for 50GB 5G data around the world through Google FI.
The drinking rule shocked me as well. Though you can but anytime at night.
I’m not even travelling to Thailand but I’m watching anyway 🤷🏻♀️😂 Great video Lloyd and Mandy 👍🏼
too funny
Hi guys,
Where did you find the best place Thailand or Bali ????
I first went to Thailand in 1982 Thailand was a real paradise then,now it,s changed so much
Everywhere was paradise then.😬
You are right it's gone seriously downhill since we were young and at best you had a Lonely Planet guide. It's REALLY gone downhill in the last decade or so with the rise of Influencers and Vloggers and the sheep they attract. My pet LOL are the "Thailands Best Kept Secret' vlogs, usually featuring some island that isn't Phuket or Samui and therefore slightly less populated. All that GenZ naivity like they are the first to ever set foot there. They are even more embarassing than this video.
I went in July 2021 (again) for 8 months during Covid. The entire country was practically devoid of tourism. We travelled to every island and several other places - had Chaweng Beach and Lamai practically to ourselves. Met some great 'real' travellers, did some brilliant cycling and diving etc. It was like being back in the 80s almost 🙏
@@qwenqwen1476 as Don Hendley said "call some place Paradise, kiss it goodbye"
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Hey there, thanks for the comments. Re Sim card I checked out the prices and holafly looks quite expensive compared to just getting a SIM card. (For thailand Holafly seems to be offering 6GB for 15 days @ USD$34, After a little bit of surfing for thailand it looks like you can get several local sims with plans like 60 GB/month for 3 months @ USD$26... ) Am I missing something?
It's their video sponsor. Do you really think they spent 1.5 days of their vacation chasing sim cards?
Ooo glad I took time the read the comments. Thanks!
There are several Thai holidays where alcohol sales are restricted if not banned completely. The dates of which vary slightly from year to year, but in 2022 the dates were or are, Makha Bucha Day (16th Feb), Visakha Bucha Day (15th May) Asarnha Bucha Day (13th July) and Wan Khao Phansa (14th July). I have also experienced restrictions, on voting days and Mother's day which also celebrates the current Queen Mother's birthday (12th August) and if it falls on a weekend, the holiday carries over onto the following Monday, so stock up early.
Unless you’re a raging alcoholic I don’t see the need to ‘stock up’. Can you not go one day without drinking?
@@ukmanthailand a tad admonishing, especially as ‘stock up’ was clearly meant tongue in cheek.
@@Max_Vight Yes sorry. I’ve spent so long listening to other westerners here complaining about the odd day when they can’t buy alcohol and maybe I took my frustration out on you. About the holidays - if they fall on a weekend, the day off is on the next Monday rather than making it a 3-day holiday. Also sometimes shops stop selling alcohol out of respect rather than because of the law. I don’t believe it’s actually illegal to sell alcohol on the King’s birthday for example but most shops won’t. Restrictions the evening before voting do seem especially ridiculous, as if they think everyone will get drunk and vote for the wrong people.
@@ukmanthailand not on a holiday no
@@g-wagonsg-wagon3693 Probably best to see a professional then. Or maybe go somewhere that's geared up for people who need to get drunk every day, like Ibiza?
Thank guys! I'm heading over there in June. I was wondering about my phone. I'll be sure to make use of all your tips.
Paper products! Many restrooms do not have toilet paper or paper towels. Toilets can be an elevated hole in the ground and many have no sink to wash your hands or soap. Bring travel tissue and sanitizing wipes wherever you go - it takes little room in your backpack and you'll be happy you have it. Also get as many massages as you can! They cost about 200 - 300 baht (about $6 - $8 USD) and they're awesome. Be respectful of their religion and when visiting temples cover your shoulders and knees.
Thank you for the great video.
And thank you for coming to Thailand. If you come next time. I suggest you to use the airport rail link. Then you can continue by BTS or MRT to the station nearby your reserved hotel. It's more convenient and cheaper than airport taxi.
Answers to the question of politeness in Thai: The polite we use at the end of a sentence that varies between a woman and a man is similar to the English suffix "Sir", but with a respectful difference.
Man = KRUB
Women = KA
Thanksgiving = khOB KHUN (KRUB/KA)
Apology = KHOR THOD (KRUB/KA) and will be very polite if you raise your hand like a Thai person. Everyone will appreciate you.
Just like trying to speak Thai. Thailand is probably the only country in the world where you can try to speak Thai and you won't be laughed at. On the other hand you will get smiles and admiration as you try to speak our language with pleasure. And In short sentences, if you speak with a clear or close accent. You will get compliments from Thai people in Thai .KENG MAK. , it means you are very good with thumbs up.👍 So for here you don't have to worry about trying to speak Thai.
In regard to the law limiting the time to sell alcohol. The reason comes from trying to reduce the risk that people drink at that time and drive.
Due to past car accident data, it was found that most of the causes were alcohol and drunk driving.
I'm planning to go to thailand at the start of 2024 but as a control freak I'm researching now
this video is super useful thank u!!!
Same
How was your trip?
Yes well you people are sort of correct, on the right track
I’m an Aussie lived in Lao for years and Thailand
The public transport system runs rings around anything in Australia,( we in Australia are 3rd world by comparison) and bloody expensive by comparison.
Food as you have mentioned the street food yes it’s brilliant fresh every day or evening when the open, what’s left over gets thrown out
I have been ill once from food in Thailand and it was from a Korean restaurant in Bangkok NOT Thai food
If you can speak a little Thai it’s great , but not essential English is taught in schools so 95% of Thai people can speak some English
The taxi hire thing , don’t use tuk tuk they rip you off. Not even my Thai wife will use tuk tuk
Use a metered taxi or negotiate a price if going a long distance.
But you must know where your going distance and roughly cost before negotiating
Your hotel can often recommend a service that is cheaper than anything else , and they can book it for you .
The phone thing you mentioned is really good even though I live in Thailand and travel to Australia often I wasn’t away of it but it’s annoying not have service on arrival in Bangkok, especially if you have to meet your wife in Bangkok airport it’s bloody big
Please for everyone reading be polite to the Thai people it’s very important, if you are polite the local people will do anything to help you, but if your nasty or aggressive expect to be visited by police or even a visit to hospital
And gents treat the women with respect
Crazy youtube. This was in my recommended feed. The alcohol laws. I actually just learned this from another vlog just tonight. They don't allow alcohol sales from 2 to 5pm as that is the time when school kids get out from school. It is to discourage underage drinking and businesses from selling to minors. I say works for me.
I buy beer at a supermarket, not 7-11, during the day time, drop off your laundry in the morning and pick it up next day at any laundry shop, they iron, fold and pack it up for easy carry, acceptable costs.
Thank you for this video that makes visiting Thailand easy and enjoyable.
So true!
We are traveling to Thailand this weeks for the first time ever and we just want to say thank you for making the videos and showing us tips and tricks for travels we also used the code for the sim card! thank you!! We love your guys videos
How did it go and do you recommend any places? I'm more into nature than partying or clubs so any trails or waterfalls
Thailand is amazing! Can't wait to go back.
@@ioanabacanu4619happy trip whit scaming al the thime for sure sane in filipines jou cane never escape newer haaaaaaasssssss stuped Idee to go the unlearning langue there
Yes so much things before you go to Thailand. If you need more about Thailand, come to us😊 where do you go to Thailand and what has you learn about the land?
Wearing a mask while in closed areas is appreciated.
I found saying Khrap ( or Kah if you're female) )all the time during a conversation is super polite and the Thai's will respect you for this.
All you are doing is acknowledging you understand what is being said. If you do this when the Thai speaker knows you don't really understand they will not respect you for it, believe me.
one thing i introduce is remember the name of foods in Thai language. that's convinience to enjoy street food everywhere you go. 👍😄 Thai pople also said, you spoke Thai cleary even it was not clear or wrong accent. 3-4 sentences is enough.
So true!
Hey guys! What's the mask situation over there? I'm assuming - watching your video - that you have to wear them? Thanks!
Great tips!
2 Question
1 - phone. So we can bring our own phones, just buy a new simcard?
2 - withdrawal from banks. Is that true for all banks or just the larger/international banks?
female - always end with "kah"
male - always end with "krup"
why would you not be able to bring your phone?😂
หากคุณใช้คำทักทายเป็นภาษาไทย พวกคุณจะดูน่ารักขึ้นในสายตาผู้คนท้องถิ่น คุณจะได้รับรอยยิ้มที่เป็นมิตรจากผู้คน แม้จะเป็นคำทักทายไม่กี่คำก็ตาม ขอให้พวกคุณสนุกกับการดื่ม กิน และเพลิดเพลินกับสถานที่ท่องเที่ยวในประเทศไทยนะ ไทยแลนด์ยินดีต้อนรับ พวกคุณเป็นคู่ที่น่ารัก
ขอให้มีความสุข เที่ยว พักผ่อนให้สนุก และปลอดภัย
ขอบคุณที่มาเที่ยวประเทศไทย
Ok!
F the t f t
Do you need the travel insurance for Thailand? I've asked 5 people, all day they dint even check for it at the airport
Yes only to apply for the Thai pass which is mandatory right now. They need
1. Scan/pic of Passport
2. Full vaccination certificate and it's QR code (just screenshot and crop from the certificate) OR tests of not vaccinated
3. Medical insurance that covers $10000 (the Thai pass website suggests a few Thai companies, but you can buy from any which covers the requirements).
4. One hotel booking confirmation. Just one day confirmed booking is fine.
Everything is written in details and clearly on their website. And mine was processed within 2 hours, I was stressing about the insurance initially because one of them has a 14 day waiting time OR present rcptr test which i don't want to. But I bought mine from MSIG Thai insurance company and it was instant.
Hope this helped.
I believe you don’t need insurance now, they just changed the laws
@@lesliestenta3084 yes started from July 1st. No Thai pass, no insurance.
Mask is your choice, except in public transportation (but again, mostly upto individuals/ airlines)
Watched so many videos to plan my trip to Thailand - this is the shortest video with the best recommendations, thanks guys!
Also if you go into true mobile but the shop not into a 7 you can get a sim card for 300thb unlimited data and calls for 30 days, it will usually even work if you have a blocked phone, mine is a blocked Australian phone and Thai sims work fine, it's only 10 US for 30 days
How long did the caat drone registration take ? 🥺 some people are also telling me I’ll be fine flying the drone just to make sure police aren’t around
Same thing happened to me in Costa Rica. Wasted a day and half to get a local sim card working. Ugh. Switzerland and Peru are also pains to get local sim cards
In filipines canot I try canot jou Must have a resident here
for Americans dealing with ATM fees the best workaround is to band with Charles Schwab. you get an international ATM card that gives you reimbursement of all fees - you just have to front the cost, so you need to have $108 in your account to withdraw $100 with an $8.00 fee. Also you get a brokerage account, beats a savings account any day. i wish i had banked here since i opened my first bank account as a kid i would be very well off.
I hadn’t heard of night markets, those look really neat. I have Thailand on our travel bucket list!
You will pay 220 Bhat at an atm but you will also get it at a commercial rate, which is far better than the banks rate! Work it out if you can count? Just don’t take out 1000BT…
Never book anywhere to stay when going to Thailand because your plans will change, I promise. Only stay in one place 2-3 nights 4 max. It’s so cheap there that I bounce from place to place as I meet people
In a lot of languages there’s masculine and feminine. Spanish is one. A way to say nice to meet you is in English enchanted. That translates to masculine encantado, or encantada for feminine.
How difficult/easy is it to find public bathrooms? I feel like I’d be walking around a lot, drinking lots of water to stay hydrated. Also, is tipping common as in the US?
It is a little difficult actually, as for tipping it’s pretty much the same as in the U.S.
If you have an ING account the atm charges the fee then it gets refunded to your account.
I have Vodafone mobile its cost $5 per day. As soon as you walk out of the airport you get a message from Vodafone saying welcome to Thailand then you just set it up very easy.
What sort information covid shots etc did you need?
The alcohol thing is unusual to me. I spent a year in Thailand, I shared that time in Bangkok, chaing mai, chaing rai, mae sa sareang, mae hong son, Pai, khon kaen, udon Thani, petchabun, pitsanulok and tak.
Never once was I refused alcohol. And I’m certain I must have had a drink between 2-5.
I better look this up because I’m going down south to krabi for the first time this year.
You can drink alcohol in restaurants, but you cannot buy takeaway from 7-11's etc.
We just came back from Thailand two days ago. Wish I’d seen this video earlier🤣 Great advises👍
Thanks for sharing. I like your vIdeo . Enjoy everything🥰🥰
Get a local account to avoid ATM charges. It's easy and free, as I recall.
I am going to Thailand for about 2-4 weeks then moving to the Philippines the end of this summer. Wish me luck lol. I am 44 and retired. Don't see a better place to be or vacation.
So many people don't recon the destination.
They assume all is the same.
Classic mistake is going to thailand with no cash. Cash is easy there.
Go to a phone shop in a shopping centre for a sim. They do good deals.
Street food is good if you have a strong constituation.
Sombat tour buses are the best.
I was last in the country in 2007. I seem to remember hating the ATM service charges then (having been there 2 times previously) so i brought cash to do most of the exchanges. Of course this puts you in more danger of losing it. I brought large US bills--$100's --and that gave the best rate of exchange.
The video doesn't mention it but i was annoyed of a tax people flying out of Thailand must pay. Back then there was no advance notice--you find out as you leave. I seem to remember it was in the $20 (US) range.
Thailand is a major hub for international travelers. You'll likely meet people from all over the planet. Its a good place to hear about other places to travel to.
In filipines fee 200 peso 3.7 dollar tats a mafia bank think about
You just walk into any true mobile shop in Thailand, cost 300thb a month unlimited data, if you buy from airport or 7 it costs much more
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Dear guys, if you visit the Philippines, go to the island called siquijor. It is beautiful and mostly free of tourists. You can rent an scooter to travel the whole island.
Tourist free...I hate it when Tourist say that? Your a Tourist yourself. Hypocrite. The privileged makes me sick
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Haaaaaa no Tourist how long this happen answer not long f the tourist
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Haha love u guys! Take care!
There are so many atm withdrawal fee free debit cards. It’s worth having one. The fees do not only apply in Thailand but also apply in other countries.
Take cash to Thailand and convert at money exchange. ATM charges are a killer.
MOST smartphones are NOT compatible with eSIM. There are actually only a handful of smartphones in the world that does. They are mostly only high-end flagship devices like Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy that are compatible with eSIM.
I loved your video. Like you, Lloyd, I worry about becoming ill from eating the street food when I go to Thailand. I will be visiting Bangkok. My GP has warned me, "No ice, don't drink tap water, and don't eat anything that isn't served so hot you burn your hands holding it. And don't drink any street-made cold drinks." Looking at the many videos on Thai street food, I guess the GP meant those made from fresh fruit, or freshly squeezed fruit, both of which have ice and possibly water in them. The range of food is incredible, and the salads look amazing. Did you have ice in your drinks and eat the salads, or how did you handle it please? I don't want to cause offense, but I don't want to become ill either.
I ate only in fancy establishments in bali and caught food poisening anyway. Street food and smoothies are not necessarily higher risk if you ask me. Had plenty of mango passionfruit smoothies with ice and never had any problems in thailand
He it’s a big problem there I am in filipines 4 weeks beware but jou canot escape the sickness about the f tropic klimat canot 2 das shit stomac heatitch all in all a nice expirienz haaaaaaaaaaa
Always bring cash and have your atm and credit card as backup. Rate at the airport is bad. See that when you rent a moterbike that you have an international motorbike licence and a good travel insurance. Accidents happens a lot and police check for licence and wearing helmet.
Alcohol.. cannot sale between 12 am. - 11 am. and 2 pm. - 5 pm. (Not for sale but not forbidden to drink).However you can buy it in the local shop all day as long as it's open.
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Some investment brokers have checking accounts that give those fees back, Charles Schwab is one of them. Great video.
One more thing about alcohol sale ; if that day is BUDDHISM HOLIDAY the sale of alcohol is prohibited all over Thailand too (both diners and convenience store). Just check Thai calendar for that. 🥰🇹🇭🙏
Extremely helpful , thank you for giving basic good knowledge without loads of gimmicky adverts. Much appreciated
You’re welcome!
Thank you guys! I’m arriving in Chiang Mai in 2 weeks and this is so helpful! Keep it up guys❤😊
this might have been said yet, I have CC on and the ATM part. It said just withdraw your money from Nutella. At first I thought it was a joke. Then maybe a bank name. Then figured out the accent it was withdraw money from the Tella. So much for getting my money for free from a creamy chocolate thing that I still don't really know what to call it.
great video. Lloyd, nice to see you smiling....
This is also the land of hidden steps so watch your step whether you are at a resort or in a temple. Floors are especially slippery as well so be careful.
The Alcohol sales between 2 p.m - 5 p.m the law did stated if purchased 5 liters or more it's allowed . According to Buddhism, consuming alcohol is a sin that people should try to avoid. However, both men and women have the complete freedom to do whatever they prefer..
Wow!
Yes, this is designed for restaurants etc to be able to restock during the day. It does mean though, if you go into Lotus's at 3pm you should be able to buy a 12 bottle box of Chang.
Great video, we will be going to Thailand later this year so was super helpful!
Thailand's law prohibits the sale of alcohol in Thailand. Buddha's Day and every day from 11.00-14.00 and 17.00-24.00 except international airports and legally registered entertainment venues
Well the lack of planning on your part is the key take away point
'Thank you' --when translated to a Thai saying literally means 'scratching your eyebrows' 'Than' to rub or scratch , Keuw or keu , eyebrows.
Just Binge watch six of your videos. You guys are doing a great job. Keep up the great work. Love that you guys are giving us the exact prices and what you were spending. Do you guys ever stay in hostels?