Which travellers cheques for thailand

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Suvarnabhumi airport has a number of ATMs should you wish to withdraw some money on arrival. Check with your bank or card issuer in advance to find if they charge a fee for overseas cash withdrawals. Many banks and credit card companies will charge you a minimum percentage and this can add up to a sizeable amount if you are relying on your card for cash withdrawals.

Justified or not, Thailand and much of Asia has a reputation for credit card fraud. They may not be too fashionable these days, but I think it can be useful to have at least a small amount of money in travellers cheques.

If for no other reason than to have an emergency standby should anything happen to your credit or debit cards. The usual advice applies about keeping the receipt separate from the cheques and not storing them with your passport. Have one outfit that looks smart in case you are invited to someones home. Swimwear: Topless or nude sunbathing or swimming is absolutely not acceptable.

A one piece swimsuit for ladies would be considered more polite and in the countryside the visitor should swim fully clothed. Please respect our Thai customs! Solo women travellers should have no problems; apply the same code of commonsense as at home. It is easy to travel alone and can be more rewarding as you will probably meet more local people! Toilets in Thailand are western style and squat style. Water is supplied rather than toilet paper as it is more hygienic. If you want to use paper, do not throw it into the toilet, but into the waste basket provided otherwise you will block the plumbing.

Take care of your valuables and ensure that they don't fall down the toilet!! Don't forget your valuables in the toilet. Toiletries: It is possible to buy toiletries and other western items in Thailand so buy them when you get here, they cost the same as at home. Insect repellent should be bought on arrival. Bedlinen: Most Guest Houses do not supply top sheets so bring a sheetbag for your own comfort. Language: Speak slowly and clearly so that you can be understood.

Your feet: Never point your foot. Never pick up anything with your toes. Never walk over food. The head is the highest part of the body, so resist the temptation to tousle a persons hair, do not point with your feet at a Buddha image.

In a temple sit with your feet pointing away from the Buddha, do not sit cross-legged. Do not stand over a monk and ladies must not touch a monk or pass anything to him directly. Wait until you get to Chiang Mai for the best shopping and advice from us. When travelling by taxi, be clear about where you want to go, some taxis get a commission so they may try to persuade you to go to a place other than your original destination.

Healthcare: Thailand is a very modern and efficient country, we know you will be very pleasantly surprised at the ease with which you can travel and generally enjoy your holiday, this is after all the fastest developing country in South East Asia. Health and dental care is excellent and inexpensive. You will find first class spotlessly clean hospitals with internationally trained doctors, new sterile needles are standard, all medicines are available and patients are treated to exceptional care and attention!

Banks and Currency Exchanges: Bank currency exchanges in Chiang Mai are open seven days a week, 8 am to 8 pm Actual banks are open 8.