Thailand
Country Information: Kingdom of Thailand
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Thailand was formerly known as Siam. It is the world's largest exporter of rice. Their beliefs and identity are based on Theravada Buddhism.
This magical place is known for its unique traditional music and dance. The beaches like Phuket and other resort destinations alongside its temples are their top tourist attractions.
WEATHER INFORMATION
April to May are the hottest months while the rainy season comes in on June to October. For cooler climate, the best time to visit is from November to February which is also the main tourist season.
FOREX
1 Thai Baht = 1.42025 Philippine Peso
VISA
Visa is not required but it is waived for maximum 30 days stay.
Royal Thai Embassy
Address: Royal Thai Embassy Building
107 Rada Street Legaspi Village Makati NCR 1200
Phone: + 63 2 815 4219
For visa application, you can call direct to embassy or call us at +63 2 8129667.
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
Thailand's local transportation includes: trains, buses, taxis, boats, tuktuks, songthaew, motorbike and rental cars.
AIRPORT INFORMATION
(1) Chiang Mai International Airport
Address: The airport is situated four miles (6km) from Chiang Mai
Phone: 053 2702 2233
Website: www.airportthai.co.th
Facilities: It includes banking, dining, luggage, and some facilities for the disabled passengers
(2) Don Muang Airport
Address: Situated 15 miles (24km) north of Bangkok
Phone: +66 (0)2 535 1111
Website: www.donmuangairportonline.com
Facilities: These include money exchange, post office, restaurants and a souvenir shop.
(3) Suvarnabhumi International Airport
Address: Bang Phli Samutprakarn 10540 Bangkok Thailand
Airport Code: BKK
Country Code: 66
Phone: (0)2 132 1888
Fax: (0)2 132 1889
Email: aotpr@airportthai.co.th
Website: www.airportthai.co.th/airportnew/bia/html
Number of Terminals: 1
Airport Facilities: It is has banking, luggage, shopping, medical, business and conference facilities, facilities for the disabled and food centers.
AIRLINE OFFICE INFORMATION
Cathay Pacific
Address:
11/F, Ploenchit Tower, 898 Ploenchit Road, Pathumwan, Lumpini, Bangkok 10330
Phone: (66) 2263-0606
Fax: (66) 2263-0622
Airport Phone (662) 132-1888
Airport Fax (662) 132-1889
Cebu Pacific General Sales Agent
Thai Sky NTT Tours Co., Ltd.
Address: 1362 Suthisarnvinijchai Rd., Dindaeng, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Phone : 662-693-7888 / 6550
Fax: 662-693-7575
Email: ticket@thaiskytravel.com; pornchai@thaiskytravel.com
China Airlines
Address:
4 Fl., The Peninsula Plaza, 153 Rajadamri Rd., Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Phone :66-2250-9898
Fax : 66-2253-4791
Reservation Phone: 66-2250-9888
Philippine Airlines
Address:
12th Floor, Manorom Building 3354/47 Rama IV Road Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Tel : (662) 633-5713; 633-5714
Fax : (662) 671-5470
Email : palphstar@hotmail.com
Singapore Airlines
Address:
12th Floor, Silom Center Building 2 Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Thailand
Reservations
Phone: (66) 2 353-6000
Fax (66) 2 353-6020
Ticketing
Phone: (66) 2 353-6030
Fax: (66) 2 353-6035
E-mail address : th_feedback@singaporeair.com.sg Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 0815 to 1715 hours
Saturday & Public holiday: 0900 to 1300
Sunday : Closed
Thai Airways International
Address: Thai Head Office, 89 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chattuchak, Bangkok 10900 Thailand
Phone: (66-2) 545-3690-92
Fax: (66-2)545-3832
EMBASSY INFORMATION
Embassy of the Philippines in Thailand
Address:
760 Sukhumvit Road corner Soi Philippines (30/1) Klongtoey Klongtan Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Phone: +662-259-01-39
Fax: +662-259-73-73
TRAVEL TIPS
Mini skirts and shorts are not allowed in Buddhist temples. Take off your shoes before going inside the hall of worship.Remember to not touch a person's head.
