Q. What Is Thailand's Visa Policy? How Does the Visa on Arrival Work Here?
A. It is not mandatory to have a Visa beforehand for Indian citizens. One can get a Visa on arrival at the airports. VIP lines charge TBH 200 per person otherwise Visa on arrival is free. At the airport, one has to fill out the Visa form and stick a 40mm x 60mm photograph and then proceed to the queue. Getting a Visa on arrival might take a while so stay patient.
Q. Will I Get Vegetarian Food in Thailand?
A. Yes vegetarian options and eateries are available in Thailand. Some Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya streets are dominated by Indian restaurants so do your research before you hit-up your destination. Use the word "mang sa wirat" which is the loose translation of vegetarian in case the restaurant does not understand English. "Jay" translates to being vegan.
Q. What's the Weather Like in Thailand?
A. April and May are the hottest months of the year in Thailand. The most pleasant time of the year on the west coast of Thailand is from November until March. The monsoon starts to kick in from May to Mid-October on the west coast. The climate in these regions varies significantly throughout the year. December onwards until March would provide the ideal conditions for tourists hence making it the best time to visit the Gulf of Thailand.
Q. How to Stay Safe in Thailand?
A. Avoid flashing your cash in public to avoid pick pocketers to catch sight of your money and then you.
Keep documents handy in case of emergencies. Don't give away your passport as a deposit to anyone in Thailand. Hand over a xerox if necessary.
Divide your cash options. Don't just carry a car or just cash. You should be having a backup in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Have some contacts in Thailand- a friend or an acquaintance who might help you out in Thailand during any sort of emergency.
Q. Which Are the Best Street Markets in Thailand?
A. he few best markets of Thailand would be
Sunday walking street Market, Phuket
Chatuchak weekend market, Bangkok
Pratunam Market, Bangkok
Sunday Lamai Street Market, Koh Samui
Saturday Night Market, Chiang Mai
Krabi Walking Street, Krabi
Q. What Is Thailand's Currency Rate
A. TBH 1 is equivalent to INR 2.29 currently
Q. What to Wear in Thai Temples?
A. It is imperative to wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees (both sexes). You're not allowed inside the temple if you are wearing shorts or short skirts. Bottoms should be longer than the knee-length, ideally covering ankles.
MALAYSIA
Q. What is best time to visit Malaysia?
A.The best time to visit Malaysia is from April to October for the East Coast and from December to March for the West Coast. The best time to visit the island of Borneo is from March to October. Malaysia is a country that sits close to the equator, making it hot, humid and pretty wet most of the year.
Q. What do I need to travel to Malaysia?
A. To enter Malaysia, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Malaysia. You must have at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Permission to enter and remain in Malaysia is under the authority of the Malaysian Immigration Department.
Q. Why is Malaysia tourism important?
A. Tourism is the third biggest contributor to Malaysia's GDP, after manufacturing and commodities (Hirschmann, 2020). The tourism industry in Malaysia is the second largest source income from foreign exchange and affects the economy positively. Tourism creates many job opportunities.
Q. Which month is rainy season in Malaysia?
A. There are two monsoon seasons: the Southwest Monsoon (April-September) and the Northeast Monsoon (October-March). Malaysia receives about six hours of direct sunlight per day, with cloud cover most likely during the afternoon/evening.
Q. Which month is cold in Malaysia?
A. April and May are the months in which the temperature is highest monthly average temperature while December and January are the months with the lowest monthly average temperature. Mean daily temperatures in most areas of east of the mountains is low compared to areas in the west.
Q. What is the number 1 tourist spot in Malaysia?
A. Kuala Lumpur
1. Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital as well as the country's biggest trading & cultural centre, is a fantastic city brimming with the timeless beauty ranging from modern skyscrapers, buzzing streets, lively ambience to numerous historical hotspots and unique culinary art.
Q.Who needs visa for Malaysia?
A. No visa is required for a stay of less than one month for nationals of all ASEAN countries except MYANMAR. For a stay exceeding one month a visa will be required, except for nationals BRUNEI and SINGAPORE. For ISRAEL nationality, visas are required and permission must be granted from Ministry Of Home Affairs.
Q. What attracts tourists visiting Malaysia?
A. Here are the top reasons to visit Malaysia and why we love Malaysia as well.
- Cultural Diversity.
- Stunning Islands and Beaches.
- Tropical Climate.
- Leaving You Wanting More.
- Q. How big is Malaysia tourism?
- A. After the borders re-opened in early 2022, the tourism industry slowly recovered, and the country welcomed more than ten million visitors that year. Although the number was still much lower than the pre-pandemic tourist arrivals, Malaysia managed to earn more than 28 billion Malaysian ringgit in tourism receipts.
- Q. What to wear in Malaysia?
- A. Here are some essentials you'll need for Malaysia:
- Loose, breathable clothing that covers your knees and shoulders.
- Sarong/scarf.
- Light raincoat.
- Fleece, hoodie and thermals (if you're hiking Mt Kinabalu)
- Sunhat.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Dry bag.