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The latest Exchange rates: Bangkok Bank FAQ Golf questions. Can I rent clubs? Yes, clubs are available at most courses. What is the cost to bring my clubs on the flight domestically. Thai Airways will normally allow them at no extra charge. Can I do a self drive golf package? Yes! But be sure to bring your Visa or Master cards and English Language driver license. I hear I can have two Caddies? Sure why not. Live a little, you deserve it. Other FAQ. Will I have a problem with the food and water? Probably not. If you drink bottled water and use average or above level restaurants. Is Thailand safe for tourists? I will say it as safe as just about anywhere in the world and safer than most. What is the political stability of Thailand? It is stable, but avoid the most southern provinces bordering Malaysia. What kind of accommodation can I expect? You can expect the highest level from the The Regent - Chiang Mai to through to budget level accommodations the choice is yours! What about travel cheques or ATM machines? You can use cheques and your credit or Debit card in all major destinations in Thailand Travellers cheques are easily cashed with your passport. The ATM will normally allow you a reasonable withdraw per day depending on your card type MasterCard normally allow a larger daily withdrawal than VISA, but normally also have a larger minimum fee, which make VISA better for small withdrawals. The fee is charged for cash withdrawals on your credit card. But even with the fee it is often to your advantage to use your credit card instead of taking large amounts of cash. First of all it is safer. Credit cards can be replaced if lost. Secondly you get a better exchange rate which often more than compensate for the fee. Some smaller shops will charge you between 2-4 % for payment with credit cards to cover the bank charges, but larger shops and shopping centers will normally not charge you a fee. I have to ask about the tour sex trade. Is it still going on? Yes it is, but it is less than before with the increasing economic stability in the region. It fortunately is not as big a problem in Thailand as it was generations ago. So there is no night life left? Hardly. There is still a vibrant night life with restaurants, discos, bars and night clubs. The Thai people enjoy to party more than most other people. Thai's proudly say they work to live, while others live to work! Visitor entering the Kingdom of Thailand is required to obtain a visa if the period of stay is longer than 30 days (29 nights). Transit passenger staying in Thailand no longer than 30 days generally does not need a visa, but must have a confirmed return or onward ticket. An entry visa can be obtained at Bangkok International Airport if necessary.
List of Thailand Immigration Checkpoints which provides facilities for issuance of visa on arrival: 1. Bangkok International
Airport, Bangkok How do I extend my visa if I decide that I want to stay longer? The emigration office in Chiang Mai can normally extend your visa one time for a maximum of 10 days for the amount of 500 Bath. It is normally not possible to extend beyond these 10 days, unless you have a 30 days Tourist visa from Singapore that normally can be extended for another 30 days. What most people do to extend their stay is to make a trip to one of the neighboring countries. When you return to Thailand you will normally receive a new Tourist visa for 30 days if you hold one of the above mentioned passports. Alternatively you can apply for a none-emigrant visa at one of the Thai embassies. A none-emigrant visa is issued for a maximum of 90 days. Driving license? Event though your national driving license is often accepted, it is a good idea to get a International driving license, is your national driving license isn't in English language. If you intend to stay for a longer time, it might be easier to get yourself a Thai driving license. A none-emigrant visa is essential if you intent to apply for a Thai driving license. If you have a English language driving license or international driving license, you can normally get a Thai driving license without taking a test Price 105 Bath with or without test. AIRPORT TAX
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