A budget of 2,500 to 5,000 baht per day is enough to stay in a three or four star hotel, eat at most of Bangkok's mid range and high-end restaurants and easily get around the city by taxi instead of depending on the BTS, khlong boats and bus system.
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.
Don't know about Koh Koot but that is hardly the whole of Thailand. Islands tend to be more expensive as they have to import nearly everything by boat. I have spent well under 1,000 baht per day and includes quite a bit of travelling around and some massages. Where locals eat is usually the best place to eat.
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.
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What is the best currency to take to Thailand from the UK?
Exchanging Thai baht
It's very simple to order currency online in the UK and have it delivered to your home or a local bureau de change. But it's also a good idea to make sure you have a way of buying baht in Thailand if you need to top up your funds.
How much cash do you need to travel independently to Thailand? Visitors entering Thailand should bring an amount of 10,000 - 20,000 Baht, to present at the Customs gate if requested.
Fifty pounds for me would be okay for hotel and other daily expenses. For some other visitors 50 pounds could barely be enough for a meal for two and drinks. Transportation in beach areas down south is usually costs more than Bangkok. Plan on 50 pounds per day but have a debit card if you run out.
Seriously you would be comfortable with 20,000 bhat, don't exchange the lot, 10,000 is plenty many places take cards, Apple Pay etc less again, if you need more cash pop just change enough after a few days you will get the hang of it.
Where to get your Thai baht. To find the best exchange rates for your pounds, visit your nearest TUI Store for your Thai baht. You can also order currency from TUI online, or check out our nifty, multi-currency TUI Travel Money card. It's totally free for Thai baht, and works just like a debit card.
ATMs are plentiful in Thailand. Cash is the preferred method of payment for most Thai people, so using an ATM to make withdrawals can be a convenient option for travelers. Visa® and MasterCard® are very widely accepted, as is AmEx®.
For a full-day private tour, tipping your guide 300–500 baht per day is common if they've provided exceptional service. For group tours, 100 baht per person is sufficient. Tipping 100–300 baht per day is a fair amount for private drivers who take you around for extended periods. For shorter trips, 20–50 baht is enough.
You can bring up to 500,000 Thai baht into Thailand. In foreign currency, you can bring the equivalent of up to 20,000 USD (approx. £15,700) into the country. If you exceed these limits, you'll need to make a declaration to customs officials or you'll be breaking the law.
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.
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.
If you're going to Thailand, you can buy Thai Baht with Click+Collect and pick it up when you do your weekly shop. Simply place your order online, and collect your Thai currency from a Tesco Travel Money Bureau or selected customer service desks. You can select a date to collect your currency when you place your order.
In Thailand, you can easily buy a bottle of drinking water in 7-11 where it is located countrywide. The costs for 600 ml, 750 ml, and 1500 ml of water bottle usually are 7 baht, 9 baht, and 14 baht respectively.
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.
Courses or boosters usually advised: none. Other vaccines to consider: Diphtheria; Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Rabies; Tetanus; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines - only for those individuals at highest risk: Japanese Encephalitis.
The cost of beer in Thailand ranges from £1 to £2. Beer is the go-to drink in Thailand, with various local brews to sample around the country. If you prefer drinking imported beers, bear in mind that these are often more expensive.
