The enchanting city of Bangkok never gets old. It is one of the world’s most visited cities because no matter how many times you come here, you always discover something new. The city has amazing food, culture, and shopping precincts that are all perfectly affordable for everyone. Here are some basic tips to keep in mind if you’re visiting Thailand for the first time.
Travel restrictions
Because of the prevailing situation, authorities change travel guidelines and regulations here every week to ensure the safety of their visitors. To have a safe, healthy journey make sure you have all the documentation necessary and you’re up to date with all your vaccines.
Bangkok at a glance
This is Thailand’s largest city and is a very crowded place with so many things to see. If you like exploring historical sites and old towns, make sure you add the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and the Old City to your itinerary. If you’re a foodie, then you’re in luck too as Bangkok is famous for its mouth-watering street food and fusion cuisine.
Best times to visit
Bangkok has a tropical climate with only two seasons: wet and dry. November to February is the perfect time to be here as the weather is not too warm. It rains a bit less and is also not as humid as the rest of the year. As many tourists come here during this time, you can expect slightly hiked prices and bigger crowds.
Best areas to stay
It can be challenging to find good places to stay in Bangkok; it’s a large city and although the subway system is great it doesn’t have as many stops yet. It’s best to stay in a commercial area where you can access the subway system more easily and if not, you can easily hail a taxi. You can find some of the best 5-star hotels in Bangkok in areas such as Siam, Pratunam, Riverside, and Silom as the likes as Pathumwan Princess.
Where to exchange currency
The Thai unit of currency is the Thai Baht. Many tourists claim that SuperRich offers the best exchange rates in all of Bangkok. The best course of action would be to exchange a small amount, typically less than USD 100 at the airport just enough to get you into the city and exchange the rest at the nearest SuperRich you can find.
