10 THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE TRAVELING TO THAILAND

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[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

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[@Brad_RM]

I am going back to Phuket in May, your vids are great, and a lot of help. keep them coming..

[@chriscruciat2469]

“Do not argue with the police officer” is a good advice everywhere in the world 😂

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

People come and think their "Rights" work here

[@kohchangfarang]

❤ Your video, I agree with you I also love Thailand been here 25 years and still wouldn't want to be anywhere else. 👍

[@mattlawrence7130]

I didn't get scammed while I was in Thailand, but I did get hustled more than once. I'm easy going as well as an American, so negotiating is not something I am good at. I also had a lot of young ladies asking for drinks and I did not say no as often as I should have. I probably spend a few hundred dollars more than I should have because of this. All in all, an cheap lesson.

[@michaelrooney2216]

Great video there one thing you forgot, as a pedestrian remember the cars, motorcycles, etc have the right away 😊

[@sharonmcinnes9522]

I hate the busy roads in pattaya. I dont know how i didnt get killed😮

[@REALenvizible]

That Charles Schwab advice is golden. I'm going to look into it and possibly switch out one of my bank accounts to Charles Schwab. Thanks!

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@erik_brown]

Super easy you can now use Zelle to move money there you don't have to switch

[@paulmusso1982]

I’ve checked and CS is the bank…

[@-RONNIE]

Another good tips video thanks for sharing with everyone

[@yoginelson]

I have a Charles Schwab account. I just called them and got the process going. What a great tip.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Haha they need to hire me

[@RicardoLobo-gr1rp]

My Fidelity account also reverses all ATM charges

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

@@RicardoLobo-gr1rp nice! I heard some other KZbinrs warning about ATM fees and I’m just SMH thinking these dummies if they only knew lol they need to step their game up !

[@TropicolSnow]

Absolutely phenominal commentary, Great Job!!!!

[@williamtorres4820]

That Thai whiskey got the Tuk Tuk drivers on edge. 😆

[@KO-OG-Passport-Bro-1997]

VERY solid advice!!!

[@mrobins1974]

Sounds like a crossover between Fight Club and Trainspotting 😂 I love the message bro 👌

[@mrobins1974]

Sorry mate this comment was actually for the prior video I had been watching.

[@mikejames7253]

13:35 couldn’t agree more my man 👌 new subscriber to your channel. Thanks for the information

[@timkelly6696]

Love the video. Thank you 👍🍀☘️

[@kevinj5989]

That was a very helpful and educational video! Very practical advice. Thank you!

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@drhart905]

Great video brother, thank you.

[@allthingsintyme]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@bigred6616]

Thanks for the info everything on point thinking of coming soon best info so far !

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielschoonover3675]

Good information, thank you.

[@williamconquest5066]

Great info..!

[@yoginelson]

Fantastic info. I learned about Charles Schwab. That was new to me 😊

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Wish I was getting commission for every account opened haha. Really they have been great though

[@user-kz2zc9eq6f]

This was better than I expected. I thought it was helpful.

[@mancamerashakuhachiscooter8941]

Good advice video! I am coming from Japan and d wondering about the driving thing!

[@HungryPanda3287]

I can tell you speaking from experience, good video.

[@ariedebeuker5682]

You have the correct angle of approach to the Thai way. Just Smile 😄😄

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

😀😀

[@30daysoftakeout]

Bro thanks for this. Coming in April through June, you make me want to make this kind of video for people traveling to downtown Los Angeles

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Go for it!

[@yuritsanescalona1222]

Thank you budd awesome

[@chadAnd]

Huge help! Coming to Pattaya on the 29th for the first time😎

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Nice

[@vathanato5862]

Been there done that. At Pattaya and Bangkok. Great fun down there. Thank for sharing 😊

[@mfpix]

Some helpful tips there buddy. Your videos are very entertaining. Are you in Pattaya most of the time?

[@user-mk2lx7ys8r]

Thanks. Good to know.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

You bet

[@Toeslam10]

Most Excellent 💯 information 👌 😊

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Thanks and welcome

[@Brad_RM]

In phuket I was fined for not having an international drivers permit. (IDP)Three times. My mate has one and he was not fined. This is not a drivers licence just a permit.

[@jbern2185]

Yes, my friend and I were riding scooters and got tickets for not having the international driver licenses. Our American DLs didn't mean anything and it was 500baht each.

[@KAISERM79]

Indeed…. You need your license plus the international permit.

[@adriantarulli6021]

Same here. I've been pulled over at least 4 times and produced an international permit and only got fined once because my pillion passenger wasn't wearing a helmet. However, you do need a full motorcycle licence in your country of origin.

[@bradcutright520]

My AAA issued International Drivers permit does have Thailand listed as a country that requires such a licensure . . . But i also understand the rules in Thailand are fluid ! ! ! ;-(

[@karlheinzdrlung5311]

Out of tourist regions. (where to go I strongly recommend) its definitly helpful to Speak a little thai.

[@quantumleap7441]

Thank you

[@tupoa360]

I like number 9 Patience is a virtue, they just fail to tell you that Virtue is it's own punishment.

[@ricardogranados1048]

Yes, that makes sense . Good info. We’re planning a run in November. Thanks

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ricardogranados1048]

@@GeofreyPetersonofficial Jeffrey receive those 10 bucks I sent you a few days ago ? Cheers 🍻

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

@@ricardogranados1048 ya man thank you 🙏🙏

[@alainpeters5655]

To drive or lease a car in Thailand as a tourist or visitor it is necessary to have either a Thai driving licence or a valid foreign driving licence with a photograph. The foreign licence must either be in English, or be accompanied by an official translation into English or Thai. The licence needs to have been issued by a country that has a treaty with the Thai government allowing the mutual acceptance of driving licences. Most countries, including Australia, Canada, EU, New Zealand, the UK and the USA have this agreement with Thailand under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic or the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic.

[@tariqrahman6918]

There are are good pickpockets in Bkk, but that’s to be expected in any big city anywhere….

[@user-mk2lx7ys8r]

Hey Geofrey thanks for the informative videos. Keep up the good work! I do have a quick question: after you get your Thai drivers license will you need to show a valid USA drivers license to renew your Thai license.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Not necessarily - you take a Thai drivers test

[@josephw6678]

Fidelity investments also reimburses all ATM charges as Charles Schwab. Saves you so much money

[@davefuller5752]

Thank you so much about the International License thing. I’ve been telling everyone here in Australia you do not need to get this license . I’m married to a Thai and must have been to Thailand 40 times the the past 15yrs. I always rent a car from wherever I can get a good deal and not once have they asked for anything other than my Aussie license!!!! Good job Geoffrey.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

❤️🙏

[@jbern2185]

My friend and I got tickets for not having international drivers license. How can this be avoided if an international license is meaningless?

[@Wilko11]

​@@jbern2185You do need an international Driver's license. I've been booked for not having it on me. Had my Aussie license on me but international was back in the hotel room.

[@Wilko11]

Tourists need an international driver's licence to legally drive in Thailand. A foreign driver's licence alone is not accepted.

[@grahamfraser5938]

I can tell you as an Aussie, if you drive here in Australia without a license then you will be facing a magistrate. I cannot imagine it being legal to drive in Thailand without a license.

[@deweydewey]

What about the phone service, thank you for the video , planning a trip in 2024

[@beaulong]

I looked at AAA AN and thailand is on the list for idl.

[@B3Band]

What are you using for subtitles? They're juuuuuust delayed enough to be irritating lol Premiere Pro's built in transcription and subtitles gets the timing perfect IMO

[@lynnjones9712]

Great, Great video. Thank you.

[@paulmusso1982]

Some travel insurance companies Offer Reimbursement only policies…which means U must pay cash up front and hope to get full refund…

[@bijanbayne3259]

I'll be back in Thailand June 22

[@glenn9229]

"let's establish English from the start" and don't try to greet the local in the language of their country..... how to establish you're American without saying it

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Haha 😂

[@chupakchieh3965]

😊😊😊😊

[@peterlijaba3805]

Lol, that is typical American, I'm Swiss, we have 4 languages.

[@aaron4387]

I have a love hate relationship with relationship with the Tuk Tuk drivers. Find it very hard to trust those people 😂😂

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Ya you gotta feel them out

[@itsok-zf7dx]

USA and Philippines do the same thing, Pretty sure all countries have "Questionable" taxi people.

[@redpilldh]

USAA reimburses ALL ATM fees. 💯

[@jpscharged]

Up to $10 a month.

[@marcuslouisson5498]

taxis, in bkk, do not get in the taxi , negotiate from the side walk, get the driver to commit to a fixed price , do not do this while inside the cab, it will diminish your negotiation power, do not pay him until you reach your destination, be clear,make him acknowledge the agreed price.

[@DanneyTanner]

Is it positive if I post. Absolutely love the meal at the blah blah blah restaurant. It was so wonderful them give me such a small amount of food that now I'm on my way to a Slimmer trimmer me❤😊😊😊

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Lol

[@ErnestoLuna1]

Hello Jeff, can I download bolt and grab even if I don't have the Thai simcard and I am just relying on wifi spots?. I will be there just three days.

[@UnicornMeat512]

How long would you suggest that someone comes and visits to get a feel for if theyre going to enjoy living in thailand? I want to check out thailand and the Philippines. Is 2 weeks each enough?

[@henryjus]

An International Drivers License is just a book of translations that you use with your home drivers license. Without the home license it’s useless.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Lol

[@stassji5041]

Can you make a video about dentistry in Thailand and if you go on doing cosmetic procedures let's say in Pattaya, what would it cost and if there are any deals right now?

[@cabowabo5557]

I took my Thai girlfriend to Central Mall where there is a full-service Dentist. It was her first time to go for a full cleaning, X-Ray (if needed), and Floride treatment. It was 2,000B for everything. Very professional, had an appointment and had zero wait after her paperwork was filled out!

[@alessiotaddei1827]

I personally have driven in Thailand several times with an international license and the police never told me anything. The international license is valid but there must be an A driving license for motorbike and B for car. I am Italian and the international Ginevra license is valid.

[@law2181]

My international driving licence has Thailand written on it. From uk

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

And?

[@law2181]

So legally I can drive there but will need to pay a fine when they pull me over?

[@jenslaustenhansen3081]

US government tell the same: "An international driving license is accepted as long as it is valid, but a foreign license is not accepted in Thailand." th.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/local-resources-of-u-s-citizens/driving-in-thailand/ You also need an international driver licence if you want a Thai driver licence. Maybe a police officer give you a fine. But the risk is lower with an international driver licence. At least not higher. Maybe there can also be an insurance problem if you do not have a proper license. I do not know. I would never give that advice.

[@barrellcooper6490]

International drivers license is just your driver's license "retyped" onto a form the has a system languages. Basically it has no validity it's just a translation of your driver's license.

[@user-yb2tp4qf1r]

As for taxi in Bangkok, I always ask for meter before I get in, every taxi driver that turn on the meter gets 200 baht tip for me.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Can do that. But easy to negotiate;)

[@jbern2185]

So whats the procedure for NOT getting fined when driving a scooter? If an international Drivers License is meaningless, then what's the permission to be able to operate a vehicle in Thailand? My friend and I are American, rented scooters, had our helmets on, and got stopped a police blockade. They asked for our licenses, then proceeded to keep them til we paid a 500baht each. They stated we did not have international drivers licenses. So what to do?

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Get a Thai Drivers license 🪪

[@jbern2185]

@@GeofreyPetersonofficial Is that practical? I'm only gonna be there for like 5 days at a time.

[@PauloGaetathe_original]

This is a game the police often play in touristy areas in order to increase their low salaries, it's also known as abuse of power, except that there's nothing you can do about that in Thailand. It's their country, just pay the fine with a smile! 😊

[@SlyOG3972]

Thailand is on the list COUNTRIES THAT REQUIRE AMERICANS TO OBTAIN AN IDP TO DRIVE OVERSEAS International Driving Permits are Required* in the following countries for US Licensed Drivers: Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Italy, Japan, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, and Thailand.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Do what you want to do

[@docram691]

AAA website actually says the IDP (international driver permit) is valid in Thailand. Wondering if that changed after your post????

[@mikeymarriott]

It must have changed. I paused the video to check mine and Thailand is on the list but I got a Thai motorcycle and car license to be safe.

[@kentkirby1888]

I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT BRINGING VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS TO THAILAND. CAN I DO THIS? I PLAN ON VISITING IN SEPTEMBER FOR A MONTH. AT LEAST A 30 DAY SUPPLY. THESE ARE GNC VITAMINS. DO THEY HAVE THESE IN THAILAND?

[@fredfoy1133]

The taxi from BKK to Pattaya I was scammed. Driver said 1200 baht for myself and friend. We get to hotel and now its 2400, (per person). After I said 1200 for both total.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Did you pay 4800? If so why would you do that?

[@fredfoy1133]

Sorry, meant he doubled the original rate of 1200 total for both of us. He said 1200, then when we got there he said 2400 total, because it was two of us.

[@moestietabarnak]

About the international driver license.... OK it's not valid , so WHICH one is ? how to get it ? 500 baht please? it's a fine for driving without license ? or for something else?

[@johnjonesToffeeman]

Never get a taxi where taxis are parked especially near tourist attractions.dont negotiate if the taxi wont use the meter walk away.Dont use tuk tuks they are double and for a first time tourist only.Motorbike taxis are cheap and honest. Avoid Westerners especially ones trying to sell you investments. It is easy to spot ladyboys aftera while.Good time can be had at naked pool parties where you pay a fee to get in and all the girls are naked and will serve you snacks from the barbeques.if you are too exited they will go to a room with you for a short time then back to the pool and try a new one

[@sn0wolf]

Hello I think you might be off base a little bit with the international drivers license. There is an agreement in the books that Canadian drivers licenses (maybe others as well) may be accepted as valid however it was never ratified so is not law. Therefore you can still get a ticket for driving using that and they will ask for your international License. I got a ticket two years ago for this very thing and was told by the officer and the fella at the police station that I needed an international one. That said though there’s a good change there’s something in the books about international drivers licenses as well that never got ratified so either way you’re in the same boat. You are correct though that the best way to handle it is to pay the fine and carry on as arguing will only make the price go up. If your lucky enough to have an officer that’s in a good mood you may be able to give him the money for your fine and he will pay it for you when he gets back to the station….;)

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Go for it then! 🙏🥳

[@bleachrebuild]

Dude what happened to Bia Minaj I love that song

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Spotify - Eenie Meenie

[@varietasVeritas]

How does the King feel about meams?

[@leanbike4]

& If a coin or & bill is flying/rolling away, Do Not Step on it! Very disrespectful of the king’s image.

[@CoolstixDave]

Youve been there four years? Get yourself a BKK Bank account & card! So much easier...

[@binyam11]

Y u said what u said about the passport ( do they keep the passport till ur trip ends ?)

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Samui yea

[@johnallen8094]

Had international driving licence my wife is Thai. Went to town my wife told me to drive I said was closed for market big sign red circle with white bar do, not enter. Wife said I am seeing my sister. Cop stops me then looks at my license????? Realised my wife is Thai and said fine is 1000 bhat wife said no way give me fine I go to police station get it sorted. Wife hands over her license oh…looks at surname ok I will follow you. Get to police station his boss was big boss my (my wife’s uncle) so got served coffee and biscuits and the fine was 100 bhat kept quite about the extortion the cop was trying on as the colour of his face was draining probably think oh I F up! I said to my wife say nothing to your uncle make him sweat at little but keep quite .Every time I see him now he smiles and waves grateful I did not thrown him under the bus as my wife was out for blood it was jay yen yen play it cool and have less hassle and make an friend rather an enemy!

[@H...9346]

Hi Geff, can you tell us all. What driving license do we need to show if we are stopped by a Thai police officer. Since an international lience is not valid

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

What country are we in?

[@IndusRush]

International drivers license is valid. Wrong info.

[@ianwallace16]

Was pulled over at police checkpoint….showed him my international license,he said what is this? I told him,he said thank you have a nice day.

[@B3Band]

You say "I'm sorry" and pay 500 baht.

[@Skullitor]

New subscriber, Question, WHHAT IS A LADY BOY?

[@user-tf5zr7ud2o]

👍

[@goldplaybest]

With an international driverslicense you can convert your driverslicense to a Thai driverslicense at the Department of Transport so i think your wrong there. ( it's what i did a few years ago )

[@B3Band]

How many people on vacation (VISITING Thailand, per the video title) are going to need to convert their home country's license for a Thai one?

[@MikeHoncho884]

Is Charles Schwab a good deal for traveling money and moving money from place to place overseas or something? I’ve heard other Vlogger’s talk about this. I’m going to retire in two years and I know my local credit unions not going to be able to handle my pension, check and transferring money to Southeast Asia. Would it be a good idea to make an appointment and talk to someone at Charles Schwab?

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

I think you answered your own question my man.

[@MikeHoncho884]

@@GeofreyPetersonofficial 🤪

[@cabowabo5557]

Schwab is very safe and secure and is a pleasure to do business with. You can walk into a bank and get a withdrawal with ease...and NO ATM fees. Inside a bank is a little safer than right on the street, although that is safe enough.

[@lkabong5529]

​@cabowabo5557 There are ATM fees, but Schwab reimburses them every month.

[@EnigmaR25]

I definitely want to visit and I definitely want to make sure that I don’t get bothered by the Ladyboys. That’s not something I’m into no offense, but how do I tell a person to leave me alone in a nice way do I usually go by with the no thank you thing or, what’s your advice? I just want to prepare myself for when I go.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Give them a small kiss and they will Be happy

[@craftingmat5425]

I am a little bit confused about the "do not post bad things on social media". Seems like there are several guys out there posting videos, also mentioning some negative aspects. Also you mentioned the one or the other negative aspect. Soooo....?

[@bundysnap69]

Good 1, thanks. I didn't know about the international driver's licence...so is it ok to just use Aussie licence? & for how long?

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Thai drivers license only

[@grahamfraser5938]

You mentioned that it was pointless getting an International drivers license but you didn't mention which license we should have so that we can drive in Thailand?

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Thai license sir

[@Mikeasian]

AAA does list Thailand honoring the license

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Hey do what you want to do

[@peddlerianp771]

I agree with the international license being a waste of time, but you forgot to mention that if you are driving a car or motorbike you need 2 Thai licences for a bike and a car, if you have an accident the insurance company won't pay out, also you will be in big trouble if you don't have a license especially if someone is injured, it's not all lawless here believe me.

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Ill make The mext vid for longer stAy guys

[@Wilko11]

Without a Thai license you need to have an IDP.

[@35davg]

do we need subtitles?

[@tasmania9576]

😁

[@tonyclaytor3107]

Hey I'm coming over there in the middle of July may need some help Is It Anyway I can get some Direct communication with you not very Savvy on technical stuff

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Sure goto www.geofreypeterson.com to set up a call

[@tonyclaytor3107]

Well I wasn't really looking for a tour my flight gets in at 11:35 Bangkok time wanted to know if best to take the bus or a taxi from airport and a decent hotel to go to for the first couple days once I'm there then I can decide about what I'm going to do after that just kind of winging it at this point

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

@@tonyclaytor3107 no no not the tour part Scroll to the bottom of the homepage, you can set up a phone call with me under consultation services. Thanks buddy look forward to speaking with you. I’m here to help GP.

[@portlandGTR]

@@tonyclaytor3107how was your trip? I just got my passport and booked my flight for January 9th to Bangkok for 3 weeks! Gonna do the same, wing it. I have no clue yet where I’m gonna stay or for how long. Bangkok maybe the first weekend and then Pattaya the rest of the trip. What did you end up finding as the best and most fun times?

[@tonyclaytor3107]

Sorry I am coming from the US just so you know

[@lol4ever816]

you need to buy your own atm..lol

[@rbmedia2238]

I think you are wrong about the international permit. Thailand is a part of the 1949 international agreement. I have it in front of me

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Use it then you are free to ‘think’ what you like sir

[@TheGangstaz3000]

Wow You snuck the ladyboy in on us lol

[@bobbyzipp9947]

If you crash and have travel insurance and do not an international license they will probably deny your claim.

[@jankurcek3717]

Ka is used if u r female and krup if ur male. Good video though

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

You can also use haaaa…. I recommend you try haaaa

[@sashaj.perrie8534]

The ladyboy comment got me cracking up 😂 as a trans women in America 🇺🇸 them ladyboys know how to have a good time 😂

[@JenniferThornburg1]

Maybe do an episode for women moving to Thailand.

[@tariqrahman6918]

Not gonna start, but thought you’d tell her?? Isn’t that a wind up?!?

[@simontemplar5506]

Nice subtiles Geofrey, thank you! I heard it's not possible to get an account un a bank with a tourist visa? How to get a bank account? I do not want to put 10 000 dollars in my condo location 😮 + Is it safe to buy a condo with a lawyer in Thaïland? I heard many expat fool tourist 🤬 Thanks again 👍

[@GeofreyPetersonofficial]

Hey my man thats alot to cover. Why dont we set up a call to discuss. You can reach me via my web site: www.geofreypeterson.com we can even get you in touch with a legit agent to get you a condo. GP

[@simontemplar5506]

@@GeofreyPetersonofficial Not this year I lost my mom due to poor socialist hospital care in Canada. But I keep your correspondent in my diary, See you.