20 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Visiting THAILAND

[@thetravelcoaches]

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[@diyaneopaney6232]

@@thetravelcoaches oh you didn’t

[@Ahmed-Crane]

Beautiful sound. If you are reading this, don't forget, someone somewhere is wishing you all the best.

[@RodGwinn]

Thanks! Another great video, we leave Dec 18th for 4 weeks. Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Koh Phi Phi, Bangkok, Koh Samui

[@thetravelcoaches]

That will be amazing, and a perfect time of year! Have a great trip and thanks for watching ❤

[@flyingnomad1454]

Most people use Line in Thailand instead of Whatsapp

[@ErOrNWi]

Thank you! I remember ten years ago that was the case, but I wasn't sure if it changed. Probably a good idea to have both apps though

[@lk4871]

It all depends what all your contacts are on. Mine happen to be on WhatsApp.

[@dorins3787]

​@@lk4871yes, but locals have Line. Contacts are on device / google

[@Dan-g8o]

Both are free so have both

[@nth2tell]

I confirm the main messaging app here is Line. Hardly anyone use WhatsApp.

[@hespro3523]

I would agree with all of those except the cash one. Best option is to take cash in your own dollars/pounds/euros and then change then to Bhat as needed as the rates will be much better than you get at home or from an ATM. Just make sure your notes/bills are in perfect condition as any which are damaged, folded or marked may not be accepted.

[@DARiONMEiSTER]

not if you have revolut card

[@Dan-g8o]

Wise (TransferWise) is another great option. Great exchange rates and also an ATM card. I used take many vacations to Thailand and now retired and transfer money on Wise as bank to bank exchange rates are the worst which includes using my USA bank ATM card. Learned from years of mistakes.

[@davidhanson3661]

Get a ,wise card, don't take large amounts of cash!!

[@floydfulgiam6102]

This gentleman is giving very good advice and I’m asking everyone to listen to him and as a person who has been living here for 10 years please respect the culture, custom and traditions here do not speak negative of the monarchy the royal family the king do not step on the paper money here the currency because it has the face of the king on it even the coins have a drops don’t put your foot on it. Let it roll until it stop or try to catch your hand, you can get up to 25 years in prison for disrespecting the king the world, family paper currency so be very careful here don’t speak politics here anything that’s negative about the royal family or the king. It will cost you dearly. You can be deported after serving prison time. Do not get into argument with the Thai people here do not get into a fight because you’re the one that gonna be at fault even if the person was at fault you would be blame why because you are a guest here you are a foreigner here and that’s the way you gonna be treated if you’re winning, find a reputable rental place be very very careful advise not to drive here if you don’t have the experience of living here because is very dangerous here especially for foreigners number one cause of death for foreigners in Thailand is auto accidents motorcycle accidents they have laws here, but not obey them pertaining to the road rules and regulations of driving and riding motorcycles so be very very very careful here I don’t Drive or ride the motorcycle if you do not take the skytrain subway take the bus if you can be sure to check where you’re going and the taxi be sure they turn on that meter if they give an excuse get out of the cab do let them take you alone The city or where you have to go without turning on that meter Thailand is a beautiful country. People are beautiful. Yes this gentleman that giving very good advice and I do say please listen to him. Have a wonderful time here and enjoy yourself and be alert. Be safe and be careful. Thank you.

[@nelsondrifts]

Thanks for the tips! Have me trip booked Dec.1st! 15 day trip! Can't wait! Planning for Phuket, KOH Phi Phi, Chiang Mai, Bangkok.

[@robingoodwin3185]

This was an awesome and informative video! I’m going in April! Thanks for sharing

[@gypsybev2]

Thanks for all the info!! I'm coming to Thailand with an EF Solo tour in February, Your information filled in so many of the questions I had. Looking forward to the adventure and exploring this new found treasure!! Well done!!!

[@DannyStrange236]

Very informative, perfect advising ❤

[@anthonynwaneri7991]

Awesome video here man seriously good stuff

[@akarawinmusor1093]

Beautiful sounds nice and clear ,thank you very much to let people know all the truth about Thailand ❤️❤️

[@Motybious]

Thanks for this video. I've watched many like it but yours is definitely the one I would recommend. Mostly because you speak of being respectful on your trip. I see so many people doing disrespectful things. Maybe they don't even realize it but they should. So thanks for the nice video. I have just subscribed, and am looking forward to seeing all your content. Happy Travels!

[@lk4871]

Thank you I will be in Thailand in March, taking a friend of mine who hasn’t been there before. Ive been there at least 7 times before and your information was very helpful

[@mimilawrence3072]

I'm from Thailand, and your advice is pretty much right on track! Thanks for visiting Thailand and enjoy your travel. 👍👍👍😍😍😍

[@thetravelcoaches]

Thanks so much for watching ❤️

[@kuwanlayarieder7512]

Thank you very much for the superb Video you made. It is very to the point and accurately provides relevant information for anyone who plans to visit my country. I feel that it was also very helpful for myself as I learned additional aspects which I had not reflected before. With great appreciation from Switzerland.

[@sweet4-oh]

Thank you for that thorough video. Questions... Which boat tour or rental would you recommend to beat-bop from island to island? Which parts of Thailand can I travel by ferry? And you and Meg were on the water on something flat and wooden at 8:25... Where do I get one?

[@hadrianos1]

Nice list! Especially the last one!

[@jibithegreenjourney3785]

Thank you for your great video about my country! Appreciated it. ❤

[@thetravelcoaches]

I am so glad you enjoyed it!

[@karenloubser5014]

Loved the lake at Kao Sok park. Best thing ever

[@TheNinalabelle1]

Thank you! I’m traveling in a week & this video was so helpful.

[@thetravelcoaches]

You’re going to have a great trip!

[@TheNinalabelle1]

@ I’m loving it so far!😁

[@travelwithdebandnick]

awesome video. so very informative :)

[@thetravelcoaches]

Thanks for watching! I am so glad it was helpful!

[@bellymafioso]

good job man. thanks

[@beltozor2006]

Nice video. Very good tips. I am coming in January from UK .Bangkok and Phuket. Do i really need the vaccines ?

[@thetravelcoaches]

Thanks for watching! As far as vaccinations we did not get anything out of ordinary except for maybe typhoid. I would for check with your doctor though to make sure you are all set.

[@PaulineMcCarey]

Thank you for your video , very informative,

[@inoyist]

Thank you.. I will go to Thailand next week. Is Khao Sok solo traveller friendly?

[@thetravelcoaches]

Yes it is!!!

[@shadrakshan]

Hey me too! Let's grab some food!

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍

[@thetravelcoaches]

Thanks 👍

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you for your video

[@judithvanessaperez1346]

What is the name of the bungalows in Kao sok? Thanks

[@thetravelcoaches]

We booked through a company called SMILEY BUNGALOWS AND LAKE HOUSE

[@yvjyang]

Great breakdown!

[@victoriaantonioni3187]

Hi For the esim Which app can I download to buy it ?

[@PamboyBelgië]

Do you mind sharing the link for the elephant experience?

[@erikuglene8175]

Hi, what app did you use to book your flights between cities?

[@man4YAWEH454]

My understanding about eating fruits and vegetables is not the water which is totally fine but i personally would urge folks to wash the bacteria off of these specific foods. One of my food poisoning experiences involved a smoothie.

[@wardiegal8612]

How would you spend 1 week in Thailand? I'm thinking 2 days in Bangkok and the rest in Phuket. Does that seem rushed?

[@divyenjoshi1168]

Great video

[@thetravelcoaches]

Thank You

[@MatthewSpiegel]

Can you please post the name of the elephant sanctuary, couldn't find in the video comments

[@JohnNeville-f7j]

Where is the place you were in the boat?

[@ErOrNWi]

1:47 "In general you can break Thailand up into two parts, the North and the South." Ehhh... I suppose for tourism purposes you can. But really Thailand has four regions at minimum, Central, South, North, and Northeast, all Thai, but each with its own dialect and local culture. The Northeast (Isan) region in particular is unique. While tourists are unlikely to visit there, many people who work in the tourist industry in other regions come from there, so you'll likely meet some of them in your travels.

[@thetravelcoaches]

That is a great point! Thanks for sharing❤️

[@TheRybka22]

What do you use to record your videos?

[@travelvlog863]

Which one was better, Halong bay in Vietnam or Khao Sok? We are planning to travel south east Asia on Feb

[@sampokaim3679]

Hi is there anyone traveling solo from November onward? I’m going there solo

[@nathanfoott2186]

Hi there I’m looking at going to Thailand for the first time, but I don’t know where to go first either Pattaya or Bangkok

[@Jaganathan_M]

Look at places you would like to visit and plan accordingly. People usually plan Bangkok for 2 days and Pattaya for 3 Days

[@vcebAllos12]

I am planing a 1 day tour to Khao Sok . What do u think? From Krabi Also do you recommend I purchase tours in Thailand going in December or book ahead of time?

[@wally6629]

HI, my wife and I want to visit Thailand in February-March 2025, how do you get a Visitors VISA and Where? We're looking a 10-14 days. Please let me know

[@isabelgarcia4290]

How do you translate USD to Thai money? Is there a cheat sheet you could post? :) Thank you for the great video!

[@KellieCowan]

exchange rates fluctuate constantly. your best bet is asking google

[@guywichmann9361]

So the SIM card will work with Verizon? And do you buy it there , how to know what SIM card to get?? I going there Late November to early December. Thanks Bruv!

[@barbecuesauceeyebrows8254]

Did u have fun? I am going in 4 days

[@KimDower]

I recently went to Thailand and Laos. Tried carry-on only but my bag got too heavy because I ended up having to buy way too many clothes because I packed incorrectly. When you go to South East Asia what clothes does Meg pack? I'm going to Vietnam in June and don't want to make the same mistake.

[@footprintsinthesand204]

thanks! how do I get the eSim?

[@Murphyjo1970]

Online

[@SomruckLHeard]

From USA I have WhatsApp when I landed , do I still have to get SIM card?

[@IllinNoise86]

Yes, if you want to travel anywhere outside the airport

[@Murphyjo1970]

Yes for data mostly

[@stuthesailor]

Nice video

[@TherealoneKevinSpacey]

Mag and I counter?

[@crystalenergy3040]

Is it safe to travel alone in Thailand?

[@thetravelcoaches]

Yes! For sure. Thanks for watching

[@jenniferpvillegas3055]

Do you need a Visa? And if so, which one?

[@Murphyjo1970]

Look online. Google tourist visa thailand

[@glaubhafieber]

Making mistakes are part of the journey 🙏 not many people use WhatsApp. Maybe some businesses with European customers. Thai use line

[@Murphyjo1970]

Everyone uses WhatsApp

[@glaubhafieber]

@@Murphyjo1970 i know 2 taxi drivers and 1 freelance maid who use WhatsApp. Both have mostly foreign customers. Many thais don’t know their own phone number but they know their line ID which is called ID line in thai English. Connecting rabbit line pay with a physical card is pretty painful when you have a foreign account though

[@glaubhafieber]

@@Murphyjo1970 what country are you talking about?

[@Murphyjo1970]

@glaubhafieber I chat using WhatsApp to people all over the. I live in Bahrain. Line doesn't work here. WhatsApp is more reliable and works in more Countries

[@maikel-thailand]

"I'm sorry, bro, but many of your tips sound like they're from a tourist with half-knowledge. True Thailand fans would do some things differently. For example, don't buy a SIM card at the airport or from 7-Eleven. These are usually overpriced and often come with weaker network connections. Instead, go to a proper smartphone shop, and make sure you’re not getting a tourist SIM card. The best option is usually AIS, as it provides good coverage and reliable service."

[@TinekeLoogman-eg5kl]

Belief it or not American tipping is only in America. The rest of the world is normal and you only tip when you feel like it, when some service is extra nice or good. Not because it is a must do so. The rest of the world pays a normal salary to their waitresses and other employees.

[@stevenjones4726]

I plan to live in Thailand a very long time. I am a disabled war Veteran. I would like to get as much information as passible. My name is Steven L Jones. THANK YOU...

[@Murphyjo1970]

I agree. Nobody focuses on the disabled

[@DreamofThailand19000]

There's a nice video by a Swiss disabled man who lives in Thailand.

[@sundaypro]

7:44 I was not ready for her. 😅

[@kimslife_de]

im a lake cafe, yoga zen person

[@diyaneopaney6232]

I’m going to Thailand in December 17, 2024 I’m so excited even though I’m seven years old

[@farwanisar1477]

gooood luck for ur trip today!!

[@diyaneopaney6232]

Thank you so much for commenting

[@diyaneopaney6232]

Nobody commented before to me

[@diyaneopaney6232]

@@farwanisar1477 wanna be friends you’re so nice

[@Boony1]

Think this guy might be from the USA, he might have mentioned it once or twice...

[@man4YAWEH454]

For those that partake in the Mary Jane you cannot smoke it in public. Also: Alcohol sales are stopped at public stores ie 7-11 between the hours of 2pm-5pm while children are getting out of school. Drinking however is allowed between those hours at restaurants.But refrain buying or drinking during Buddist holidays Also: Do not take photos in front of buddist statues..In addition do not put or rest your legs on a table as it is the lowest part of your body and disrepectful.

[@O._Si]

Did you experience problems when brushing your teeth with tap water? Never heard of that.

[@theauroralightyr]

In BKK, I brush my teeth with tap water everday and no problem so far. But for drinking I buy from supermarket nearby.

[@IllinNoise86]

No

[@Murphyjo1970]

Use common sense. Don't swallow the water

[@4PORSH944]

Thailand is #3 in the world for having the most 7_11. USA is #4 in the world.

[@charmedsammy]

Never exchange cash in your country... they can bring cash and exchange it in Thailand... they gonna have more

[@content1]

you say Thailand has 2 seasons and dont say when, which months, 😂😂

[@man4YAWEH454]

Google it. 😅❤

[@man4YAWEH454]

Seasons vary depending on geographicical location. 😊

[@content1]

@man4YAWEH454 thank you, that is even more interesting and worth mentioning. thank you ;)

[@content1]

@@man4YAWEH454 I Googleed it and your video popped out, haha

[@baileybowen9233]

He did it was on video Nov to march dry / may to sept wet

[@DavidSmith-ps5nd]

$45.00 in Chiang Mai for a meal?? No thanks!

[@jd3422]

#20: "Meg and I's personal favorite." So, "I's"? Seriously? A native English speaker who thinks that "my" can be replaced by "I's"?

[@BitcoinLadyBoy]

Come travel in Thailand and you'll find our "English" a great source of entertainment. Saw the sign "Don't ... catch monkey" towards the end of the video? LOL. We meant to say "Don't ... touch monkeys". Come for chuckles. Loosen up :-)

[@Murphyjo1970]

You and all other youtubers don't ever consider the disabled 😢

[@dominikklein5104]

I really cant listen to your voice for that long bro sorry

[@platoon1081]

😂

[@Murphyjo1970]

Anyone who uses bro to someone they don't know and also isn't related is best kept in a cupboard somewhere very remote

[@dominikklein5104]

@@Murphyjo1970 okay thanks for the info bro

[@JohnNeville-f7j]

Where is the place you were in the boat?