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Basic Information: Area: 514,000
sq.km.
Capital: Bangkok (Krung Thep in Thai)
Population: Approx. 61 Million
Language: Thai (official), English (business)
Main religion: Buddhism
Climate: Tropical; rainy, warm,
cloudy southwest monsoon (mid-May to September); dry, cool northeast monsoon
(November to mid-March); Southern isthmus always hot and humid
Local Time: GMT +7
Currency: Thai baht
Nightlife: Bangkok's colorful
nightlife is generally safe, but avoid seedy bars and live-show joints where
drinks may turn out to cost more than one thinks. The Thai Dinner with Classical
Dances is a popular evening tour. Large hotels usually offer their own
entertainment.
Tipping: It is customary to tip
porters and hotel personnel who have given good personal service. A 10%-15% tip
is appreciated in restaurants, particularly where service charge does not apply.
Tourist Information: Tourism
Authority of Thailand's information centre at Tel: (66-2) 694-1222 (80 lines),
Fax: (66-2) 694-1220/1 |
