Planning my first trip to Thailand in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the UK and have experience in Europe but this would be my first time in Thailand.
Thanks for any help!
Currency tips for Thailand
Started by FKKNovice · 11 Mar 2026 · 809 views
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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12 Mar 2026 at 03:39
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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12 Mar 2026 at 21:56
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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14 Mar 2026 at 03:07
This matches my experience. Thailand is great value.
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14 Mar 2026 at 08:40
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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14 Mar 2026 at 19:57
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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14 Mar 2026 at 20:39
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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15 Mar 2026 at 14:39
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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15 Mar 2026 at 16:46
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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15 Mar 2026 at 21:55
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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