29 things I wish I knew BEFORE visiting THAILAND! 

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Sorry to hear that. Banking here is totally hit or miss. You can legally do something, but a lot of the time the workers don't know what you are talking about. This can be very frustrating. I just learned from another friend of mine that one of the main banks used for opening accounts on tourist visas also stopped doing it.

He seems to make uneducated statements. He should make sure about giving out advice based on what other bloggers post.

Um no.. I've lived here for 7 years and this is exactly what I did for a full year. The fact is that every bank, office or pharmacy follows its own set of 'rules', and they shift depending on the management of the office and worker knowledge... I'm not making any "uneducated statements". Thanks for the input though.

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Thanks for the kind words! Enjoy your travels!

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Thanks for the kind words! I hope the videos are helpful!

Thanks for the kind words! Google reviews are def one of the best resources that I use quite a lot. Cheers!

Good point!

Cheers! Safe travels!

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Why are you moving there without visiting? Risky.

Did you end up moving there?

Cheers! I’m glad it was helpful! Safe travels!

Cheers. Sounds like you're well prepared! I lived in Ottawa before I moved here as well...came in January too haha

I'm glad it was helpful! I hope you have a nice trip!

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Good additional tips! Thanks for the input!

Good additions to a great video.

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Same thanks To this Video see you Thailand

In the rainy season? 😮

Thanks for the kind words! It’s a long one haha

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40 baht for a tuktuk is a miracle 😅 cheers!

I paid a tuk tuk 300 baht from far side of Chiang Mai old city to the airport. First time in a tuk tuk and didn't know how far away the airport was, I just assumed that I would be ripped off when negotiated the price, had a good time there though, met some lovely people.

@@georgeh1352 I rarely use tuk tuks for that very reason George. Glad you had a good time.

Thank you so much for the kind words! It’s much appreciated. Best of luck looking at options for living abroad!

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Thanks for the kind words. Getting audio right is definitely one of the more challenging parts of production! I think sometimes over editing for speed can cause the word vomit. Thanks for the input!

Agree! I’m tired of hearing vloggers machine gun talking!

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That is correct. It’s actually based on how long you stay (under 30 days requires a hotel license). But you can stay at an Airbnb…just check google reviews for the condo and make sure there aren’t any weird reviews!

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Thank you for the kind words! You can be denied for a visa extension but it's quite rare. If you've never had problems or warnings, it is extremely unlikely! Cheers!

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Sounds like some good trips. I'd recommend checking out the north or south next time, both have great places to visit. Or you could checkout some of the islands nearby Bangkok. I love Koh Chang personally, as it's quite large and not too busy...especially in the early rainy season.

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For a tourist visa? Haven’t heard of that before… I wonder if it’s a random officer or a new rule

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Thanks for the input! I heard this from a few friends recently as well. I will make an updated video about it specifically soon. Happy New Year!

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Good recommendations. Thank you for the input!

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I understand. Foreigners might not be aware of the laws, and should just be careful speaking about politics. Thanks for the comment 😊

Thanks for the input. You provided good additional tips! Cheers!

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That's interesting. I literally read the Investopedia article about dynamic currency conversion before commenting about it, as I always avoided it. What is your bank? And what ATM do you use in Thailand? Thanks for the input.

@bighoss9705 I recall seeing your name (hoss) when touring Auschwitz…. ?

@@paulsz6194 never been there...(Rudolf Franz Ferdinand Höss was the commandant of Auschwitz during the holocaust not to be confused with big hoss cartwright)

@@thebangkokguide I was using my ATM card from my credit union but I switched to Chase which is much better (3.0 baht under spot.) The ATM in Thailand is Kasikorn Bank. They post the rate that they pay on the screen. I always check it against spot. When spot was 34.6 it was paying 34.3 Banks and ATMs vary quite a bit. I'm just advising to check before withdrawal, save yourself a few bucks 😉

@@paulsz6194 I responded but UT deleted it

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Thanks for the input. I wouldn’t recommend bringing 20k as well. It’s just the limit here. Each country will also have their own limits for entering and exiting. I should have added that.

It's a lie, as long as you report the amount on the custom and immigration form, is no problem coming in with any amount, the limit re $10 k, but you can come in into the country, with whatever amount, as long as you declare it on the form!!

@@thebangkokguide To apply for an “o” retirement visa you need 800k bht. What are your options for bringing in that much money? TY

@@user-pz9bt3kj3q usually it’s done by bank transfer.

True. Get the cool weather up there!

It depends on the time of year and what you are looking for… Chiang Mai is mountains, Bangkok is city, and you have islands. Avoid staying at khaosan if you don’t drink though..

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I always found they were very good! Never had any complaints ☺️

Thank you! Haha this is an important thing for to remember!

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True is very good as well. Could have been a card skimmer. I avoid paying with my card directly while traveling, as this can happen in some countries.

@@thebangkokguide -Correct.I had the same thing happen before back home in Nevada.Pay with cash as much possible.

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I believe the dengue vaccine only works if you have had dengue before. If you're only visiting Bangkok, you are at very low risk from anything though. It's largely developed and it's extremely rare to find dengue or malaria here. I took boosters for hep, but overall I haven't met anybody that has had issues in Bangkok specifically.

@@thebangkokguide thanks man! appreciate it!

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Cheers. Thanks for the kind words! This is correct. As your flight is only 4 days after the 30 day exemption expires, you might also just prefer to pay an overstay fine. It’s 500 baht per day, so it should be 2000 baht…which is about the same as doing the extension (1900) but you’ll avoid the headache of going to immigration and waiting around. I’ve paid overstays a couple of times myself. Just keep in mind that if you’re planning to get an Elite or Privilege visa, or you come in and out of Thailand quite a lot on exemptions or tourist visas, you should avoid the overstay. If your just a casual visitor, a few days overstay isn’t an issue.

Hey from Vancouver. :) I was over there (first time) in November,and am thinking of a or 3 month visit late next year. 2 month souns like fly in and get that extension. Sweet. For 3 months what would you recommend ?@@thebangkokguide

@@RickMc99 for 3 months you can do a Single Entry Tourist Visa. 60 days plus the 30 day extension. Very simple to do it!

thank you ! I'll fnd how to do that online by googling I think .. then loo for a deal on a 3 month rental confident I'll be able to stay... :) @@thebangkokguide

Thanks for the input! Similar to my friend who took it. Crazy lucid nightmares. I think it must have been mefloquine. Cheers!

Why cancel?

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Haha practice makes perfect

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That’s correct. Each country will also have their own requirements for leaving the country. Thanks for the input!

I think the 20k will come as a surprise to most.

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Check renthub. It’s mostly serviced apartments though. Airbnb takes a hefty cut on those monthly leases…but if your looking for a proper condo it is still probably your best option.

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

I pay using bank transfer. It used to be very easy to open a bank account…last year a lot of banks changed their rules and now it is very difficult if your on a tourist visa. I am on a work visa.

Hey Cal, thanks for your great tips! May I ask if you think it differs for solo female travellers? Also, May I ask what sort of work you do or what might be popular. I’m from England! Thanks Jade

Sure. Here is the link for the the card. I believe that you can only get it at the main branch in Bangkok. www.superrich1965.com/visitThailand.html

Thanks for the input. Definitely the best atm to use

Yeah I generally avoid any of that stuff. Much more to this country! I hear ya on vaccines.

Which country are you from? I recommend you watch my recent video about where to stay as it covers everything you would need to know!

@@thebangkokguide United States

Don't get too hung up about a visa, you have a US/ UK/EU/Canada Passport, you can get a (no cost) 30 day visa stamped in your passpot at the airport on arrival, it's very easy there.

Definitely. You can find more local places all over the country... and definitely in Bangkok where I live. The best Thai food is normally in places that look pretty normal that are filled with local customers. I'll try to cover that in more detail in another video.

Yeah , This video covered very much about thailand's most needed information and it was very accurate! Most people do not cover this much and they leave out so many useful suggestions. My wife and I are very interested in who makes the best thai dishes, finding new thai dishes and desserts. I look forward to watching your future videos. thank you @@thebangkokguide

​​​@@turtlechomper5361Maybe walk around a little bit? You'll find good places to eat literally verywhere. There is no such thing as "the best" places to eat.

There are many places in thailand that have mediocre food. Trust me ate found a few and it was really disappointing. Why waste your stomach space for such food on your short trip to Thailand which may be your last trip or only trip to thailand? The best is subjective and every place makes the same dish differently. I understand what you are saying .We are looking for above average outstanding dishes. For example, we ate at all the top mango sticky rice spots. We tried thipsami for recommended best pad thai. It tasted clean and good but we still prefer drunken noodles thai hot. We tried Pe Aor Tom Yum Kung Noodle, Tom Yum Kung, Tom Yum Kung Bang Lamphu, etc for recommended best top tum yum koong dishes. There are many stated best places to get this or that thai dish online along with various You tube videos. I am just asking for the names of peoples favorite must try places especially if they are not famous and the food is really good. In Krabi, we found D&EJungle Kitchen which is what we compare all other thai food too. Try the mango and papaya salad, cashew chicken, curries , tom yumkoong, waterfall beef & larb salads pretty much everything. We also found kodam kitchen which is really good too. best wishes @@talibanairport1544

This is very true. I plan to checkout some of the markets that I like most.

It depends where you want to stay in the city. I’m finishing a video on place to stay now. Cheers

@@thebangkokguide Hi thanks 🙏🏻 for responding I appreciate it thinking of staying Silom and Siam.

Both great areas. Nice 4 and 5 star hotels at good prices in both!