Money can often buy you a lot more in Thailand than in the Western world. A budget of 100 pounds could provide you with meals, accommodation and activities for a few days or more in Thailand if you budget wisely.
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Should I take cash to Thailand?
Cash is still commonly used in Thailand, especially in more rural and remote areas. You'll be able to use a card in major cities, large hotels and restaurants and in touristy areas. However, it's always a good idea to have some cash on you for day-to-day spending.
We recommend that you change some money into Baht on arrival and it is advisable to carry local currency in small denominations (20, 50 and 100 Baht notes) for tipping and the purchase of small items.
Tipping in Thailand is not expected. Instead, a service charge will normally be added to your bill. The service charge will usually be declared on the menu if you're in a cafe or restaurant, for example, and is paid directly to the company rather than to an individual member of staff.
Body mass index (BMI)=25–29.9 kg/m2 for overweight; BMI≥30 kg/m2 for obesity. In total, 19.0% were overweight (BMI 25–29.9 kg/m2), while 4.0%, 0.8%, and 0.1% met the criteria for class I (BMI 30.0–34.9 kg/m2), class II (BMI 35.0–39.9 kg/m2), and class III obesity (BMI≥40.0 kg/m2), respectively.
How much money is required for 10 days in Thailand?
This includes accommodation at 3- to 4-star hotels, local transportation (taxis, domestic flights, or private transfers), meals at nice local restaurants and entrance fees to attractions or guided tours. That adds up to approximately $1,800–2,000 USD for the entire 10-day journey.
Foreigners entering Thailand under the Tourist Visa Exemption category must show the documents below at the port of entry: Proof of adequate finances for the duration of stay in Thailand i.e. traveller's cheque or cash equivalent to 20,000 Baht per person and 40,000 Baht per family.
The average cost of a basic Thai meal in a restaurant is 90 – 150 baht. Seafood invariably costs more. A plate of noodles in a basic restaurant in Sukhumvit is around 100 baht. Thai portions are often smaller, so you may end up eating an extra meal or snacking during the day!
You can also carry a phrasebook or download a translation app to help you communicate. Overall, while not everyone in Thailand may speak English, it is a commonly used language in the country and it is possible to communicate with locals using English, especially in major cities and tourist areas.
In general, prices range from 300 to 800 Thai Baht (THB) (approximately R160 - R420) for a one-hour massage. However, luxury spas or upscale establishments in popular tourist areas may charge more. In Bangkok, for example, you can find a wide range of options to suit different budgets.
Generally, you'll find better exchange rates for Thai Baht in Thailand compared to your home country. However, it's always wise to be informed and compare rates.
How much spending money should I take to Thailand for 1 week?
I'd say $1,000 is a decent amount, that's ~ 34,000 baht… 17,000 baht each, so around 1,500 per day per person That should be enough to do what you want and be comfortable if you're mostly reasonable about spending.
I hold British passport. Do I need a visa? Nationals of the United Kingdom and over 93 other countries are eligible to travel to Thailand, for tourism purpose, with the exemption of visa and are permitted to stay in Thailand for a period of not exceeding 60 days. Therefore, you do not need a visa.
In fact, $100 in Thailand should buy you any of the following: 10-15 meals from any number of Bangkok street food stalls. 300 Thai beers. 2-5 nights in a three-star Phuket beach resort.
Backpackers can experience the joys of Thailand for as little as $30 a day while luxury can be scored for just $100 a day. Most travellers will fit somewhere in-between those two numbers, depending on the destinations visited and quality of accommodation required.
