1 thought on “Travel to Phuket, Thailand? What to pay attention to”
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1. Thailand Entry and Exit Instructions Thailand Entry and Exit Card (fill in English Pinyin): Note: After getting off the plane, the Immigration Bureau of the Hall after getting off the plane: Submit passports and entry cards in front of the counter. Pay attention to the other leaving the other side, and use it when you leave the customs. Be sure not to lose it. . The best travel time November to April of Phuket is the peak tourist season of Phuket. During the period, the temperature is appropriate and the rainfall is small. The most beautiful Similan National Park on the island will also be open to welcome guests during this period; April is the "Song Qian Festival" in Thailand's attention, and it should not be missed. But during this time, hotels and itinerary costs will be raised by about 15 %. 4- September is the rainy season of Puji Island, especially in June-August. It will cause a certain impact on the itinerary. In September, Phuket will also hold a vegetarian festival that advertises asceticism. Perhaps, it is also a good choice to appreciate tropical style under the severe scorching sun. . Currency Currency: Thailand's currency name is THAI BAHT (Thai baht). There are roughly several ways to exchange: 1, the most cost -effective is Bank of China, appointment in advance, the exchange rate is about about For 1: 5.
2. In the ATM machine with the UnionPay logo local, it is important to note that the balance of the ATM machine deposit is to show the amount of baht calculated based on the foreign exchange brand price of China UnionPay at that time, not the RMB balance. The exchange rate is calculated according to the sales price announced by Bank of China on the day. 3, the roadside exchanges are marked with Exchange, the exchange rate is slightly lower, but it is very convenient. Open time for exchange kiosk: 9: 00-20: 00 every day. . The time difference The jet lag in Thailand and China is 1 hour. If it is now at 11 am in Beijing time, Thailand time should be 10 am. five, five bank cards 1, UnionPay card In Thailand, many store POS machines can use UnionPay credit card to swipe cards, Kasikorn Bank, Thailand Military Bank (TMB), Thailand SCIB Bank, Bangkok Bank, Siam Bank (Siam Bank), Siam City Bank, Bank of China (UOB), Krung Thai Bank, can be on more than 8,000 ATMs. Use UnionPay card to directly extract Thai baht. It is recommended that the Thailand Farmer Bank ATM is recommended. The bank's service is very good. The ATM machine has a full Chinese operation interface, and its logo color is green. 1) China UnionPay has opened a POS swiping card and ATM machine to obtain the business in Thailand. All merchants with the "UnionPay" logo can accept UnionPay cards. Overseas credit cards or withdrawals do not need to pay fees, free money conversion fees ranging from 1%-2%. 2) The handling fees of various banks in Thailand are the same: 150 baht is charged per 20,000 baht, and 75 baht is charged for 10,000 baht. Each card can be collected up to 40,000 baht per day. baht.
2, credit card The high -end hotels, restaurants and other commercial institutions in Thailand generally accept credit cards. These places can swipe mainstream credit cards such as VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Dalai Card. Many banks and redemptions in Thailand can also use VISA and MasterCard's pre -cash. But to charge a 1.5%handling fee. 1) Credit card withdrawal cash requires high interest or high handling fees. It is recommended to use debit cards as much as possible at ATM withdrawal; 2) Credit cards are limited by the credit limit, which may generate high costs caused by the credit limit, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount It is recommended to use savings cards 3) In addition to withdrawing cash, UnionPay cards can also be consumed in most large shopping malls and stores in Thailand 6. Tax refund Only a regular shopping mall can be provided, the amount of tax refund is 7%. From 2,000 baht as the starting point, the merchant can be required to issue a tax refund form. Most merchants within 2,000 baht will not open a tax refund form. The tax refund forms of 100 baht should be paid for each tax refund form at the airport. For example, the tax refund form for 2000 baht products, the tax refund of 140 baht, the payment fee of 100 baht, and the actual recovery amount is 40 baht. Therefore, try to handle the tax refund form at the receipt of the same department store as much as possible to reduce the handling fee. After shopping, you need to apply for a tax refund form directly at the store or shopping center. The passport information needs to be filled in on the tax refund form. You need to carry your passport with you, or remember the passport number. The tax refund form (instead of receipts alone) is handled at the airport. 7. Communication 1, telephone card truemove card: more and good reputation, happy card: second, 1-2-call card: Tariffs are more expensive. This can be purchased and recharged at 7-11 convenience stores, telecommunications business halls and even airports. Now there are agents on the Internet that can buy Thailand phone cards in China, and the price will be cheaper than buying in Thailand, and it provides special use guidance and explanation, which is very cost -effective and convenient. For most tourists, it is recommended that DTAC company Happy Tourist SIM card is a telephone card specially launched for tourists. You can buy 7 days of unlimited 3G traffic package. The price is 299 baht, including 100 baht calls. About 100 minutes. If it exceeds 7 days, you can buy a limited online package of 49 baht/day (250m flow/day) or 199 baht/week (1G flow/day). Dialing Chinese fixed -line: 00400 86 Domestic area code (0 saves, such as Beijing area number 010) fixed phone number, 1 baht/minute; dial Chinese mobile phone: 00400 86 mobile phone number, 1 Bah/minute; send SMS 5 baht/bar to Chinese mobile phones, and send 15 baht/bar for MMS. Plip local Thai local calls: 0 Thai numbers, 1 baht/minute; send SMS 3 baht/bar to Thailand, and send MMS 5 baht/bar. The users of China Telecom, China Unicom and China Mobile can use mobile phones in Thailand to make calls TIPS: It does not need to use data such as GPRS abroad, remember to close it. Only the voice call function is retained, because the cost of international data business traffic is really high. 2, the network The Thai network is not as developed in China, and the Internet speed is relatively slow, but it can cover Phuket. At present, the main network companies are TOT, Turemove and 3BB. Phuket hotels will provide Wi-Fi services. Usually five-star hotel networks need to pay, about 30 baht/hour. The Internet is more convenient to access the Internet, and you can directly purchase traffic and call support. At present, DTAC has launched a 299 baht -specific card, which can enjoy unlimited Internet access and 100 baht calls within 7 days. It may be more convenient to go abroad to rent a portable WiFi on the airport or online. eight, tip Phuket is the most prevalent place for Thai tip culture. In addition to most of the high -end hotels and restaurants adding a 10%service fee in the bill, there are other places that may need to pay tips, such as tour guides who travel to the sea, waiters who eat, drivers who pick up and drop off, and cleaning staff in the room. At least, at least 20 baht. Of course, these are not necessary, but more etiquette. In addition, do not give coins when giving tip, because the coins are for beggars, but if there is a coin in the change after dinner, this can be left directly in the checkout clip as a tip to the service staff. . The power socket The converting plug: Thailand's voltage is 220V, most of the hotel's power plugs are two -phase flat inserts, only a small part is two -phase circular plug, but if there are three holes in the charging equipment, you can be at each other. Prepare the conversion plug to prepare from time to time. , important telephone 1, first aid center: 1691 2, medical assistance: 1669 3, fire alarm: 199 4, alarm/emergency help: 911 5, Tourist police: 1155, 24 hours, English. The international area code of Thailand is: 66 The Phuket area code is: 76 This information Xiaozi 1, must be sunscreen Do a good job of sun protection, it is easy to cause sunburn. Experienced tour guides will repeatedly emphasize sun protection to tourists before leaving the group. If you do not obey the tour guide suggestions, you will be small in black, but if you accidentally sunburn, you will not only be able to go to the water to play, but even sleep will cause strong pain. This greatly affects the next journey. 2, away from the offshore flow is a stenosis like a bundle -like water flow. It flows out of the direction of vertical or close to the coast. Although the water flow is not long, the speed is very fast. The flow rate can be as high as 2 meters per second. The duration of each share is two or three minutes or even longer. The offshore flow is also known as the return volume. The offshore flow can easily leave people from the coast and cause tragedy. 3, be careful of the underwater bomb During snorkeling, do not get intoxicated by the strange and departure underwater world. Be sure to pay attention to the dangerous underwater bomb — sea urchin hidden in the ocean. If you step on it unfortunately, waiting for you are screaming and unforgettable pain. If you accidentally step on it, pat the soles of your feet with a wooden board until the spikes are discharged, and the sea urchin thorns are removed and wiped with Thai ancient grass ointment around the wound to reduce the pain. 4, stay away from monkeys Whether it is on Monkey Beach or in the Great Buddha of Phuket. Seeing the monkeys, let's stay away. Although they are lively, cute and ancient, the cases of monkeys have been increasing in recent years. After all, monkeys live in the wild, and wildness is difficult to tame. Moreover, the monkeys are scratched and bitten, but travel insurance is not claimed, so everyone is careful.
1. Thailand Entry and Exit Instructions
Thailand Entry and Exit Card (fill in English Pinyin):
Note: After getting off the plane, the Immigration Bureau of the Hall after getting off the plane: Submit passports and entry cards in front of the counter. Pay attention to the other leaving the other side, and use it when you leave the customs. Be sure not to lose it.
. The best travel time
November to April of Phuket is the peak tourist season of Phuket. During the period, the temperature is appropriate and the rainfall is small. The most beautiful Similan National Park on the island will also be open to welcome guests during this period; April is the "Song Qian Festival" in Thailand's attention, and it should not be missed. But during this time, hotels and itinerary costs will be raised by about 15 %.
4- September is the rainy season of Puji Island, especially in June-August. It will cause a certain impact on the itinerary. In September, Phuket will also hold a vegetarian festival that advertises asceticism. Perhaps, it is also a good choice to appreciate tropical style under the severe scorching sun.
. Currency
Currency: Thailand's currency name is THAI BAHT (Thai baht). There are roughly several ways to exchange:
1, the most cost -effective is Bank of China, appointment in advance, the exchange rate is about about For 1: 5.
2. In the ATM machine with the UnionPay logo local, it is important to note that the balance of the ATM machine deposit is to show the amount of baht calculated based on the foreign exchange brand price of China UnionPay at that time, not the RMB balance. The exchange rate is calculated according to the sales price announced by Bank of China on the day.
3, the roadside exchanges are marked with Exchange, the exchange rate is slightly lower, but it is very convenient. Open time for exchange kiosk: 9: 00-20: 00 every day.
. The time difference
The jet lag in Thailand and China is 1 hour. If it is now at 11 am in Beijing time, Thailand time should be 10 am.
five, five bank cards
1, UnionPay card
In Thailand, many store POS machines can use UnionPay credit card to swipe cards, Kasikorn Bank, Thailand Military Bank (TMB), Thailand SCIB Bank, Bangkok Bank, Siam Bank (Siam Bank), Siam City Bank, Bank of China (UOB), Krung Thai Bank, can be on more than 8,000 ATMs. Use UnionPay card to directly extract Thai baht. It is recommended that the Thailand Farmer Bank ATM is recommended. The bank's service is very good. The ATM machine has a full Chinese operation interface, and its logo color is green.
1) China UnionPay has opened a POS swiping card and ATM machine to obtain the business in Thailand. All merchants with the "UnionPay" logo can accept UnionPay cards. Overseas credit cards or withdrawals do not need to pay fees, free money conversion fees ranging from 1%-2%.
2) The handling fees of various banks in Thailand are the same: 150 baht is charged per 20,000 baht, and 75 baht is charged for 10,000 baht. Each card can be collected up to 40,000 baht per day. baht.
2, credit card
The high -end hotels, restaurants and other commercial institutions in Thailand generally accept credit cards. These places can swipe mainstream credit cards such as VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Dalai Card. Many banks and redemptions in Thailand can also use VISA and MasterCard's pre -cash. But to charge a 1.5%handling fee.
1) Credit card withdrawal cash requires high interest or high handling fees. It is recommended to use debit cards as much as possible at ATM withdrawal;
2) Credit cards are limited by the credit limit, which may generate high costs caused by the credit limit, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount, large amount It is recommended to use savings cards
3) In addition to withdrawing cash, UnionPay cards can also be consumed in most large shopping malls and stores in Thailand
6. Tax refund
Only a regular shopping mall can be provided, the amount of tax refund is 7%. From 2,000 baht as the starting point, the merchant can be required to issue a tax refund form. Most merchants within 2,000 baht will not open a tax refund form.
The tax refund forms of 100 baht should be paid for each tax refund form at the airport. For example, the tax refund form for 2000 baht products, the tax refund of 140 baht, the payment fee of 100 baht, and the actual recovery amount is 40 baht. Therefore, try to handle the tax refund form at the receipt of the same department store as much as possible to reduce the handling fee. After shopping, you need to apply for a tax refund form directly at the store or shopping center. The passport information needs to be filled in on the tax refund form. You need to carry your passport with you, or remember the passport number. The tax refund form (instead of receipts alone) is handled at the airport.
7. Communication
1, telephone card
truemove card: more and good reputation, happy card: second, 1-2-call card: Tariffs are more expensive.
This can be purchased and recharged at 7-11 convenience stores, telecommunications business halls and even airports. Now there are agents on the Internet that can buy Thailand phone cards in China, and the price will be cheaper than buying in Thailand, and it provides special use guidance and explanation, which is very cost -effective and convenient.
For most tourists, it is recommended that DTAC company Happy Tourist SIM card is a telephone card specially launched for tourists. You can buy 7 days of unlimited 3G traffic package. The price is 299 baht, including 100 baht calls. About 100 minutes. If it exceeds 7 days, you can buy a limited online package of 49 baht/day (250m flow/day) or 199 baht/week (1G flow/day).
Dialing Chinese fixed -line: 00400 86 Domestic area code (0 saves, such as Beijing area number 010) fixed phone number, 1 baht/minute; dial Chinese mobile phone: 00400 86 mobile phone number, 1 Bah/minute; send SMS 5 baht/bar to Chinese mobile phones, and send 15 baht/bar for MMS.
Plip local Thai local calls: 0 Thai numbers, 1 baht/minute; send SMS 3 baht/bar to Thailand, and send MMS 5 baht/bar.
The users of China Telecom, China Unicom and China Mobile can use mobile phones in Thailand to make calls
TIPS:
It does not need to use data such as GPRS abroad, remember to close it. Only the voice call function is retained, because the cost of international data business traffic is really high.
2, the network
The Thai network is not as developed in China, and the Internet speed is relatively slow, but it can cover Phuket. At present, the main network companies are TOT, Turemove and 3BB. Phuket hotels will provide Wi-Fi services. Usually five-star hotel networks need to pay, about 30 baht/hour. The Internet is more convenient to access the Internet, and you can directly purchase traffic and call support. At present, DTAC has launched a 299 baht -specific card, which can enjoy unlimited Internet access and 100 baht calls within 7 days. It may be more convenient to go abroad to rent a portable WiFi on the airport or online.
eight, tip
Phuket is the most prevalent place for Thai tip culture. In addition to most of the high -end hotels and restaurants adding a 10%service fee in the bill, there are other places that may need to pay tips, such as tour guides who travel to the sea, waiters who eat, drivers who pick up and drop off, and cleaning staff in the room. At least, at least 20 baht. Of course, these are not necessary, but more etiquette. In addition, do not give coins when giving tip, because the coins are for beggars, but if there is a coin in the change after dinner, this can be left directly in the checkout clip as a tip to the service staff.
. The power socket
The converting plug: Thailand's voltage is 220V, most of the hotel's power plugs are two -phase flat inserts, only a small part is two -phase circular plug, but if there are three holes in the charging equipment, you can be at each other. Prepare the conversion plug to prepare from time to time.
, important telephone
1, first aid center: 1691
2, medical assistance: 1669
3, fire alarm: 199
4, alarm/emergency help: 911
5, Tourist police: 1155, 24 hours, English.
The international area code of Thailand is: 66
The Phuket area code is: 76
This information Xiaozi
1, must be sunscreen
Do a good job of sun protection, it is easy to cause sunburn. Experienced tour guides will repeatedly emphasize sun protection to tourists before leaving the group. If you do not obey the tour guide suggestions, you will be small in black, but if you accidentally sunburn, you will not only be able to go to the water to play, but even sleep will cause strong pain. This greatly affects the next journey.
2, away from the offshore flow
is a stenosis like a bundle -like water flow. It flows out of the direction of vertical or close to the coast. Although the water flow is not long, the speed is very fast. The flow rate can be as high as 2 meters per second. The duration of each share is two or three minutes or even longer. The offshore flow is also known as the return volume. The offshore flow can easily leave people from the coast and cause tragedy.
3, be careful of the underwater bomb
During snorkeling, do not get intoxicated by the strange and departure underwater world. Be sure to pay attention to the dangerous underwater bomb — sea urchin hidden in the ocean. If you step on it unfortunately, waiting for you are screaming and unforgettable pain. If you accidentally step on it, pat the soles of your feet with a wooden board until the spikes are discharged, and the sea urchin thorns are removed and wiped with Thai ancient grass ointment around the wound to reduce the pain.
4, stay away from monkeys
Whether it is on Monkey Beach or in the Great Buddha of Phuket. Seeing the monkeys, let's stay away. Although they are lively, cute and ancient, the cases of monkeys have been increasing in recent years. After all, monkeys live in the wild, and wildness is difficult to tame. Moreover, the monkeys are scratched and bitten, but travel insurance is not claimed, so everyone is careful.