7 Things We Wish We Knew BEFORE Travelling To THAILAND In 2023

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    0.00 Intro
    0.32 ATM Fees
    1.17 Holafly E-Sim Cards
    4.15 Street Food
    5.15 Bolt App
    6.28 Alcohol Laws
    7.57 Transport

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  • @LloydandMandy
    @LloydandMandy  ปีที่แล้ว +43

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    • @foodhistory1387
      @foodhistory1387 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It will be way more fun for you to figure it out on the way. Should make for some awesome content.

    • @youknowthething1709
      @youknowthething1709 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey what visa are you on ??
      Looking to come over soon but wanna stay longer than 30 days 😝

    • @jackdheb7071
      @jackdheb7071 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bhuda Day is not on Sunday ... They are some special Bhudish days such as Bhuda 's Birthday.
      One of those just happened to be Sunday in the middle of your trip.

    • @kokovas
      @kokovas ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The thais dont really shake hands. They do the palms together in front of chest for greetings. Just like japanese or korean wt bowing.

    • @nerdyrocket8216
      @nerdyrocket8216 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      พวกเราคนไทยยินดีต้อนรับ ขอให้คุณมีความสุขกับการท่องเที่ยวในประเทศของเรา

  • @ndjroom
    @ndjroom ปีที่แล้ว +111

    When the sale of alcohol is prohibited is because It was during this time that the students were leaving school. Before there was a law prohibiting selling at this time, it was because many students Take this time to drink alcohol. after school and don't go home The government didn't want new drinkers coming from youth, so the law came up.

    • @ExpatNatt
      @ExpatNatt ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is so interesting, I didn’t know this!

    • @ndjroom
      @ndjroom ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@ExpatNatt Did you know that Thailand has a lot of convenience stores? If there is no time to sell alcohol Many children will also have easy access to alcohol. Even though the age But there are many who are over the age of helping children access to alcohol. The best way is to force the discharge time. It might not be in a good way. But it can reduce the problem more or less.

    • @foodhistory1387
      @foodhistory1387 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ndjroom it is just within a certain distance of a school, isn't it? Also, I'm not sure if the smaller independent shops have got the memo 😉

    • @ndjroom
      @ndjroom ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@foodhistory1387 Thailand has seven everywhere, so it's difficult to control the law, set the time of sale. It came out a long time ago and the law that stipulates the area for sale came out later. Entertainment venues are forbidden to be near schools. I'm not sure how much distance, and seven in the gas station, selling alcohol is strictly prohibited.

    • @ndjroom
      @ndjroom ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Mark Seymour The problem is not just students. But there is a problem with government officials as well, because when working with the end of school time of the students at the same time Identity verification by ID card therefore does not cover the problem And it's a copy of a very old law to be enacted. Not all Thai people agree with this law. I'm just telling you the background, the problems that arise, and the way people make the laws.

  • @salosiso2795
    @salosiso2795 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Appreciate this video a lot, going to Thailand in November. Thank you for the information guys

  • @maryrosesenal6393
    @maryrosesenal6393 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    I’m traveling to Thailand next week and just doing all my research prior to departure and your videos are so helpful!
    Thanks to the both of you xx

    • @sharonshalom5180
      @sharonshalom5180 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Welcome to Thailand!! June in Thailand is starting the rainy season, So please organize your trip to every place you would like to go, Hope you enjoy your trip and the street food you must try, don't miss it!!

    • @jomontanee
      @jomontanee ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mary, wish you have the best times in my beloved country, meet the most helpful people along the way, creating the most memorable experiences and return to your homeland with such a rejuvenating soul and love that last the lifetime 💛✨🌼🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭

    • @americaninthailand8760
      @americaninthailand8760 ปีที่แล้ว

      Travel safe!

    • @georgef3936
      @georgef3936 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Ninta Siriwan good rates too.

    • @UniqueSoundProductions
      @UniqueSoundProductions ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I want to visit Thailand. How was your trip? 🤗

  • @lindysutherland4563
    @lindysutherland4563 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This holafly e-sim card thing sounds great. I've never heard of it so thanks so much!!!

  • @bagusnusa
    @bagusnusa ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is very interesting and valuable. Because we will feel comfortable if we know what is happening in the place we are visiting, such as Thailand.

  • @georgef3936
    @georgef3936 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’ll be checking out Bolt next time I go to Thailand. Thanks for the tip. Another very helpful video.

  • @georgef3936
    @georgef3936 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    Last time ( pre covid) I was in Thailand it was very easy to get a SIM card at Bangkok airport, even late at night. At the airport they set it up for you and it always worked perfectly for us after that. We always did that on every trip. So we were ready to go from the airport. There are desks at the airport for the local mobile providers.
    Sure these international eSims are convenient but be careful of the rates compared with local sims in Thailand. It may be different in other Asian countries.

    • @georgef3936
      @georgef3936 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry. Didn’t realize you’d already published a comment of mine in this.

    • @Brimfulofbeauty
      @Brimfulofbeauty ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dtac and Ais are so quick to get a proper package with also. We pay like 300 baht per month for unlimited.

    • @nivchen3528
      @nivchen3528 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Brimfulofbeauty
      Hi, where do u get unlimited for 300 baht?? Ty for answering

    • @Brimfulofbeauty
      @Brimfulofbeauty ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nivchen3528 I am with Ais. We also had a cheap Dtac one.

    • @nivchen3528
      @nivchen3528 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Brimfulofbeauty
      In The Airport Its much more expensive, where did you buy?

  • @haslintravels
    @haslintravels ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, we will be going to Thailand later this year so was super helpful!

  • @ExpatNatt
    @ExpatNatt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was really helpful, thanks for sharing!☺️

  • @rubiarhart2984
    @rubiarhart2984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was really informative & helpful guys thank you !!!

  • @lexyclark27
    @lexyclark27 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    We are traveling to Thailand this weeks for the first time ever and we just want to say thank you for making the videos and showing us tips and tricks for travels we also used the code for the sim card! thank you!! We love your guys videos

    • @randomguy2369
      @randomguy2369 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How did it go and do you recommend any places? I'm more into nature than partying or clubs so any trails or waterfalls

    • @ioanabacanu4619
      @ioanabacanu4619 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thailand is amazing! Can't wait to go back.

    • @user-lu4fv6mh4t
      @user-lu4fv6mh4t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ioanabacanu4619happy trip whit scaming al the thime for sure sane in filipines jou cane never escape newer haaaaaaasssssss stuped Idee to go the unlearning langue there

  • @natashabush7427
    @natashabush7427 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this little video, thanks. Planning my first trip from Brissy to Thailand next year, cheers!

  • @MurrayWilkinson1
    @MurrayWilkinson1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    as a fellow Vlogger I was very keen to hear about your eSim cards, thanks guys.

  • @JustinBrehm
    @JustinBrehm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just subscribed to you I can't wait to watch your videos as well as your future videos. I was watching the spicy noodles that you had about a month ago. Great video you two, keep safe

  • @martinomoke-travel1164
    @martinomoke-travel1164 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video! I'll keep these tips in mind when I travel there one day!😀

  • @GlawinsOctaneTune
    @GlawinsOctaneTune ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I wish I'd known about E-Sims in Feb when I went to Thailand, I would have saved a full half day getting my phone sorted out. Street food, OMG, sooo good.

  • @garthrondeau8198
    @garthrondeau8198 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just Binge watch six of your videos. You guys are doing a great job. Keep up the great work. Love that you guys are giving us the exact prices and what you were spending. Do you guys ever stay in hostels?

  • @mikeyboy6887
    @mikeyboy6887 ปีที่แล้ว

    Extremely helpful , thank you for giving basic good knowledge without loads of gimmicky adverts. Much appreciated

  • @dianeluan6588
    @dianeluan6588 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you guys! I’m arriving in Chiang Mai in 2 weeks and this is so helpful! Keep it up guys❤😊

  • @nkost8
    @nkost8 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watched so many videos to plan my trip to Thailand - this is the shortest video with the best recommendations, thanks guys!

  • @sulai6i
    @sulai6i ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for the information and for the discount also ^^

  • @sawaweeh7211
    @sawaweeh7211 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for this video that makes visiting Thailand easy and enjoyable.

  • @stevencane6699
    @stevencane6699 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thanks for the great info. I always buy a sim chip when I am in Thailand, I will try Holajfly next. sounds like it might be a better option.
    I subscribed to your blogs.👍 you guys are pretty good and Mandy has a pretty smile 😁

  • @ronniebutler3635
    @ronniebutler3635 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you . I have been to Thailand before back in 2016 going in a few weeks for a month. This has been very helpful and reassuring especially the esim and the fact there is an abundant of good public transport.

  • @devilzpalette2711
    @devilzpalette2711 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank guys! I'm heading over there in June. I was wondering about my phone. I'll be sure to make use of all your tips.

  • @CaptureLifeConnection
    @CaptureLifeConnection ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video. Thanks for sharing the tips 🙏

  • @The.Mentalist
    @The.Mentalist ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Holafly is usually way more expensive then buying a sim card. But if you dont want to worry about where to get one holafly is an option.

  • @HelenChengvlog
    @HelenChengvlog ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We just came back from Thailand two days ago. Wish I’d seen this video earlier🤣 Great advises👍

  • @kttananyada6580
    @kttananyada6580 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for sharing. I like your vIdeo . Enjoy everything🥰🥰

  • @jenh4376
    @jenh4376 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Great video, thanks guys! I’m planning to go to Thailand early July so this is very helpful, especially the ESim card and the service Bolt. I am trying to learn as much Thai as I can. Been studying since January, but with 5 tones it’s a bit tricky. Here are a few helpful phrases you might use….When greeting someone - Sa wat dii (kha for women)(krup for men) so Mandy: Sawatdii Kha, with hands clasped together in front of your chest and a little nod (its called a waI) Lloyd: Sawatdii Krup. If you need to apologize it’s Khot thot (kha or krup) can’t wait to hear and see more about your trip. Thanks so much.

    • @americaninthailand8760
      @americaninthailand8760 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Travel safe! Have fun!

    • @jomontanee
      @jomontanee ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Jen, you win my heart by determination and dedication to learn Thai.
      A small tip, to speak Thai infact it is pretty easy-going.
      MAI = no.
      If you don’t want anything, either things, actions, directions anything, just put MAI in front of the word or verb. Same thing as NO.
      AO = take/want
      If you want anything just put AO in front of things or amount you want. Such as you want 1 roti you say “Ao Nung (1) ka”. Same thing as “Want one (of these)”.

    • @jenh4376
      @jenh4376 ปีที่แล้ว

      @best journey local good luck! I hope that too…

    • @jenh4376
      @jenh4376 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@americaninthailand8760 Thank you! I am so excited to see everything and experience the culture the food and the land of smiles.

    • @jenh4376
      @jenh4376 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jomontanee that’s wonderful…thank you. So saying you want something you can say Ao Song Muu Ping to order two skewers of pork right? 🙏 Definitely going into my vocabulary list. and when you want to say no, mai plus the verb? so like Mai mii means don’t have, cause mii means have, right? Thanks again for the help.

  • @cchen2221
    @cchen2221 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good tips and thanks for sharing. Safe travel and well wishes.

  • @michaelshirley4874
    @michaelshirley4874 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks guys , very informative , have a good vacation 😍

  • @KardosoMedia
    @KardosoMedia ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congrats on 20k guys!

  • @livefearless6079
    @livefearless6079 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey really great video! I didn't know about the Bolt App and I've been using just the grab app. I've been in here in Thailand about a month to train and compete in Muay Thai. Thanks for the info!

  • @theexperiencefamily
    @theexperiencefamily ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hadn’t heard of night markets, those look really neat. I have Thailand on our travel bucket list!

  • @dios8256
    @dios8256 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good tips here thanks so much!

  • @samyenthaoco1306
    @samyenthaoco1306 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for your subtitle, I can understand what are you saying thanks to that, as well as I can learn English from you.
    Once agian thank you so much

  • @abladeofgrass2265
    @abladeofgrass2265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video. Lloyd, nice to see you smiling....

  • @thaimaxcan
    @thaimaxcan ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The ATM fee for foreign cards has been there for many years in most countries in Asia and Europe that I visited. The equivalent of 6 USD usually. Like you said go indide the bank if possible or withdraw the max amount in one shot in the ATM.

  • @krisch13
    @krisch13 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    1 use google translater to communicate with the local 2. Try non spicy Thai food like Pad See Ew, Thai fried rice or Rad na 3. Thai temple can help for emergencies 4. Just only ride the taxi with meter 5. Try Thai Mine-Smart Ferry the air conditioning ferry

    • @jomontanee
      @jomontanee ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pad See Ew is my no.1 yummy!!! Especially freshly cooked!! The smell is so goooood!!!

    • @baileyisone
      @baileyisone ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thai temple for emergencies? What do you mean?

    • @CarrotGarlic
      @CarrotGarlic ปีที่แล้ว +1

      use google translate as a last resort - learn basic Thai via YouTub- it’s not that hard and should only take a few hours (how many hours do you spend watching trash tv ;p ) the locals will appreciate it and you have less chance of being scammed. please don’t write off spicy street food- it will make you feel alive?! What’s the point of travelling if you are play the apps and eat the same food you can eat back home :) agree with your others points - please don’t ever step foot inside a taxi unless they use meter. Be assertive. Oh and Bolt is much cheaper than grab as mentioned in the vid. 🙏🤙✌️

    • @CarrotGarlic
      @CarrotGarlic ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@baileyisone they will help you regardless of your situation - shout out to Buddhism ☸️ :)

    • @CarrotGarlic
      @CarrotGarlic ปีที่แล้ว

      @@btswitch4619 only when you’re desperate! It’s much more fun / rewarding interacting with the locals. Yes it’s challenging but if you don’t want to be tested, why travel?!

  • @gz4058
    @gz4058 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Decent video..I know it might be fun to travel footloose and fancy free but I would suggest when traveling to other than western countries you might find it helpful to do a bit of research before you go

  • @taobeibei6769
    @taobeibei6769 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely like the esim option

  • @kc.brinkman
    @kc.brinkman ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tip on the the e-sim. Thanks

  • @Mozzermarr10
    @Mozzermarr10 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I've lived in Thailand for the past 11 years and this is all very good advice for new tourists. I'd also add bring some masks as there is still a mask mandate. In the past few days I've seen loads of tourists walking around maskless. Obviously I hate wearing them but the cops might have something diff to say, as will many Thais if you try to get into a taxi, restaurant, shopping mall, etc. Just be prepared with a mask.

    • @pondforpondpondcake595
      @pondforpondpondcake595 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dont listen to this guy People.
      Masks are not working against viruses.
      It s your choice to wear one or not.
      Not a taxi drivers choice, no government choice. Nobody's but yours. ;)

    • @Mozzermarr10
      @Mozzermarr10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pondforpondpondcake595 lol I hate masks too. Was just giving advice as you still need to wear one in shops. Learn how to read!

    • @pondforpondpondcake595
      @pondforpondpondcake595 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mozzermarr10 lol ? Nothing funny about you and your weak attitude. A real contribution to society. What a joke.. besides all that, i can read very well.
      Nothing wrong with my eyes. And whatever you say and claim ... its still bad advice ;) f you for that.

    • @danielwoods8889
      @danielwoods8889 ปีที่แล้ว

      People need to stand up for themselves. No one can tell another person what they can or cannot do when it comes to breathing and many other basic human functions. Truth is truth, get f-d if you don't like it

    • @Mozzermarr10
      @Mozzermarr10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @James Ramelli mask mandate is over now. We’re all freely walking around maskless. I think you still have to in govt buildings but otherwise it’s over :).

  • @jonidatosku1096
    @jonidatosku1096 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for information I needed because I will go to visit that amazing interesting place in 2023 thank you 👍👌☺️☺️

  • @Blazjul
    @Blazjul ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Only newer phones are compatible with an E Sim card. For curiosity I compared the rates on the website you mentioned compared to buying a card in the airport in Bangkok and buying an actual card in the airport is still cheaper

  • @teebee9210
    @teebee9210 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m not even travelling to Thailand but I’m watching anyway 🤷🏻‍♀️😂 Great video Lloyd and Mandy 👍🏼

  • @myusernames1967
    @myusernames1967 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Been to Thailand about 20 times and always get a local sim,easy and cheap and we only take cash to avoid any fees. We download the offline maps before we leave then after we check inn we go to a shopping centre and buy a sim for me and the wife that will last the trip and more. They set it all up for you.

  • @BOSExperience
    @BOSExperience ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice tips. Most surprising was that alcohol thing. I did not know. I usually buy beers around that time to drink in the evening. Maybe that sim card thing is also a good idea. All are useful tips and so curious about the street food.

  • @alphagreen4026
    @alphagreen4026 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing! I likes your VDO 👍🏼💕 great 👌🏼

  • @russdando5153
    @russdando5153 ปีที่แล้ว

    Terrific video guys, we shall be there in early June (Phuket) the esim sounds a great idea!

  • @garyskeggs9191
    @garyskeggs9191 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on hitting 20k subscribers

  • @mlb-swedenthekinghouse64
    @mlb-swedenthekinghouse64 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for a wonderful tip when going to Thailand

  • @mompreneurlife
    @mompreneurlife ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤ nice details about traveling to Thailand. It certainly one of the destinations said that we want to hit.❤

  • @PommeNarin
    @PommeNarin ปีที่แล้ว +42

    You are right. Politeness in Thai language speaking is about the speaker, and not the interlocutor. If the speaker is a guy, then he ends his sentences with "krub". A female speaker ends her sentences with "ka". 😉

    • @PommeNarin
      @PommeNarin ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is different from English. In English, you add "Sir" at the end of your sentences if your interlocutor is a guy, and "Ma'am" or "Miss" if your interlocutor is a woman.

    • @americaninthailand8760
      @americaninthailand8760 ปีที่แล้ว

      Took me awhile to remember this.

    • @RetiredInThailand
      @RetiredInThailand ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For politeness when saying 'thank you' (cob Khun ca/krup) I often use 'na' .... 'cob Khun na krup' is especially polite (if someone did something especially nice or went out of their way to help you) and 'na krup' for a short form of 'cob Khun cup'. I usually use that at the cash register when they give me my change/receipt.

  • @noahpettersson3385
    @noahpettersson3385 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I first went to Thailand in 1982 Thailand was a real paradise then,now it,s changed so much

    • @qwenqwen1476
      @qwenqwen1476 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Everywhere was paradise then.😬

    • @stangoodvibes
      @stangoodvibes 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are right it's gone seriously downhill since we were young and at best you had a Lonely Planet guide. It's REALLY gone downhill in the last decade or so with the rise of Influencers and Vloggers and the sheep they attract. My pet LOL are the "Thailands Best Kept Secret' vlogs, usually featuring some island that isn't Phuket or Samui and therefore slightly less populated. All that GenZ naivity like they are the first to ever set foot there. They are even more embarassing than this video.
      I went in July 2021 (again) for 8 months during Covid. The entire country was practically devoid of tourism. We travelled to every island and several other places - had Chaweng Beach and Lamai practically to ourselves. Met some great 'real' travellers, did some brilliant cycling and diving etc. It was like being back in the 80s almost 🙏

    • @stangoodvibes
      @stangoodvibes 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@qwenqwen1476 as Don Hendley said "call some place Paradise, kiss it goodbye"

    • @user-lu4fv6mh4t
      @user-lu4fv6mh4t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sextourist

  • @user-lh8ew8yd3q
    @user-lh8ew8yd3q ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ผมเป็นคนไทยและขอขอบคุณทั้งสองที่ช่วยแนะนำและบอกสิ่งดีๆให้กับเพื่อนร่วมโลกได้รับรู้ถึง สิ่งดีๆ ของประเทศไทย และเราคนไทยก็มีความหวังอย่างยิ่งว่าจะได้การตอบรับจากนักท่องเที่ยวทุกท่านทุก ชาติ ทั่วทุกของมุมโลก ได้มาเยี่ยมชมประเทศไทยของเรา

  • @chloelamplugh
    @chloelamplugh ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful, thank you!

  • @BurnTheMaps
    @BurnTheMaps ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are good, I enjoy them very much, I hope you will give more beautiful videos. 👍😁

  • @yogawithandy
    @yogawithandy ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Some useful tips there. Than you. A couple of cultural things you should know/consider.
    1. Don’t use your left hand for ANYTHING when it comes to giving/receiving money/food/bus ticket,…, you name it.
    2. Don’t touch people on the head.
    3. Don’t put your feet up or pointing at someone. For example, in a temple fold your feet backwards so that it is not pointing towards the Buddha.
    4. Generally speaking, only say “thank you” for important occasions. No need when buying a train ticket or when you get your meal. A simple nod of the head is enough. Observe the locals. Saying “thank you” is like saying “I greatly appreciate the honor in which you are making for me” or something like that. Imagine in Australia you buy a meat pie and you say what I just said. A bit weird, right?
    Have fun traveling and enjoy life! 🙏🏽

    • @legshakermaker1968
      @legshakermaker1968 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure where you got tip 1. from. I've never heard this one in Thailand.

    • @yogawithandy
      @yogawithandy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@legshakermaker1968 I guess you have never been to a place in Thailand (or anywhere else in SE Asia) where they squat to do their toilet business. There will be no toilet paper. Only a bowl of water. Which hand do you think you are going to use to clean your ass? Next time you are at a place with a lot of locals around and there is a picture of the Thai kind, point your RIGHT index finger at him. You are very likely to get into a fair amount of trouble. Now, do this with your left index finger and you will probably end up in jail.

    • @surlespasdondine
      @surlespasdondine 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      some things are so obvious common sense that they should not need to be mentioned, like touching people's heads or putting your feet up / pointing.

    • @valerieearlam2172
      @valerieearlam2172 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m left handed so that’s going to be awkward

    • @yogawithandy
      @yogawithandy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@valerieearlam2172 Thais are pretty much OK with foreigners doing it. Even they do it out of laziness.
      Sometimes you will see them place their left palm under their right elbow when accepting something of "value" from you. This is a sign of them being very grateful and respectful.
      So, when this happens and you have given them something using your left hand (which is used to wipe your you know what), it shows that you have no understanding of the gesture that they are showing you.

  • @shaneross7428
    @shaneross7428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful thanks!

  • @imfaded972
    @imfaded972 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank youuuuuuuu for sharing❤❤

  • @jasonbarney5587
    @jasonbarney5587 ปีที่แล้ว

    Going to Thailand in October. Great info, guys! Thanks!

    • @thundercuck1779
      @thundercuck1779 ปีที่แล้ว

      im planning my trip to go thailand mid december to late january 2023, looking at the islands and phuket area

    • @owlypacks
      @owlypacks ปีที่แล้ว

      Enjoy!!!

  • @siamiam4306
    @siamiam4306 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    220 THB is what the local bank will charge you. Home bank will also charge you a conversion fee, so the total comes out to $17USD per ATM withdraw. I prefer ATM than bringing a wad of cash. The easy solution is opening a Charles Schwab account and get the fees reimbursed. SIM card was no issue and you'll be ok to take a few minutes and get done at the airport. My only regret is not downloading a transport app prior to travel. Even with a SIM card, you don't get those notifications via text to continue creating a account.

    • @user-lu4fv6mh4t
      @user-lu4fv6mh4t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He unvise Ami man jou know wy wy wy I bring cahs to filipines 10000 dollar tats wise note the f atm card usles there to expensiv cahs is King there not the f kredicard nobody want only cahs

  • @jd-gb1vf
    @jd-gb1vf ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The atm fees tip is pretty helpful, I'll definitely use it on my next thailand trip. I could have saved at least $100

    • @Benjamin-howdytiger
      @Benjamin-howdytiger ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m from AUS I been using Citibank debit/travel card … only cost is exchange rate no atm or international transaction fee

    • @user-lu4fv6mh4t
      @user-lu4fv6mh4t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wat the f atm fee jou pay the bankster a fee wow cahs is King in Asia not a atm stuped

    • @happytraveller2122
      @happytraveller2122 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Easier to prebuy cash before leaving home

  • @user-ie5is6zs4n
    @user-ie5is6zs4n ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ขอให้มีความสุขกับการเที่ยวไทย

  • @samuelbailey1888
    @samuelbailey1888 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vids guys, keep up the good work. - Thai Curries are the best!, ( If you get money out on a weekend it is usually not as good an exchange rate as on weekdays.)
    Wear your seat belt, & don't drop Cigarette butts on the beaches.
    If you go to Nth. Vietnam, make sure you get your Visa online or it can be very expensive, (Our Agent / guide didn't know.)

  • @planecrazyish
    @planecrazyish ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info ! Thanks 🙏

  • @zaingazi3548
    @zaingazi3548 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely vid..!! Thank you.

  • @Max_Vight
    @Max_Vight ปีที่แล้ว +31

    There are several Thai holidays where alcohol sales are restricted if not banned completely. The dates of which vary slightly from year to year, but in 2022 the dates were or are, Makha Bucha Day (16th Feb), Visakha Bucha Day (15th May) Asarnha Bucha Day (13th July) and Wan Khao Phansa (14th July). I have also experienced restrictions, on voting days and Mother's day which also celebrates the current Queen Mother's birthday (12th August) and if it falls on a weekend, the holiday carries over onto the following Monday, so stock up early.

    • @ukmanthailand
      @ukmanthailand ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unless you’re a raging alcoholic I don’t see the need to ‘stock up’. Can you not go one day without drinking?

    • @Max_Vight
      @Max_Vight ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ukmanthailand a tad admonishing, especially as ‘stock up’ was clearly meant tongue in cheek.

    • @ukmanthailand
      @ukmanthailand ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Max_Vight Yes sorry. I’ve spent so long listening to other westerners here complaining about the odd day when they can’t buy alcohol and maybe I took my frustration out on you. About the holidays - if they fall on a weekend, the day off is on the next Monday rather than making it a 3-day holiday. Also sometimes shops stop selling alcohol out of respect rather than because of the law. I don’t believe it’s actually illegal to sell alcohol on the King’s birthday for example but most shops won’t. Restrictions the evening before voting do seem especially ridiculous, as if they think everyone will get drunk and vote for the wrong people.

    • @g-wagonsg-wagon3693
      @g-wagonsg-wagon3693 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ukmanthailand not on a holiday no

    • @ukmanthailand
      @ukmanthailand ปีที่แล้ว

      @@g-wagonsg-wagon3693 Probably best to see a professional then. Or maybe go somewhere that's geared up for people who need to get drunk every day, like Ibiza?

  • @Precept71
    @Precept71 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Stuff Guys!

  • @simplyshirley_
    @simplyshirley_ ปีที่แล้ว

    This was an awesome video, thank you!

  • @brentandmolly
    @brentandmolly ปีที่แล้ว

    Great episode guys!!

  • @kevincarr335
    @kevincarr335 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found saying Khrap ( or Kah if you're female) )all the time during a conversation is super polite and the Thai's will respect you for this.

    • @legshakermaker1968
      @legshakermaker1968 ปีที่แล้ว

      All you are doing is acknowledging you understand what is being said. If you do this when the Thai speaker knows you don't really understand they will not respect you for it, believe me.

  • @n-7766
    @n-7766 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    one thing i introduce is remember the name of foods in Thai language. that's convinience to enjoy street food everywhere you go. 👍😄 Thai pople also said, you spoke Thai cleary even it was not clear or wrong accent. 3-4 sentences is enough.

  • @brianferris1
    @brianferris1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Same thing happened to me in Costa Rica. Wasted a day and half to get a local sim card working. Ugh. Switzerland and Peru are also pains to get local sim cards

    • @user-lu4fv6mh4t
      @user-lu4fv6mh4t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In filipines canot I try canot jou Must have a resident here

  • @happytraveller2122
    @happytraveller2122 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My mantra for travel - research research research!

  • @borisgrisonich287
    @borisgrisonich287 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I loved the island Koh Tao. If you enjoy snorkelling or scuba diving it’s excellent but a cool little island. Rent a quad while there. I wish I would have checked out Khao Sok as it looks beautiful. I look forward to the videos if you go there. Nice start on your channel.

    • @stangoodvibes
      @stangoodvibes 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      good old Murder Island. Run by a local Mafia family with Bangkok connections. One of the more risker places to visit in Thailand.

    • @happytraveller2122
      @happytraveller2122 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Check your travel insurance BEFORE hiring a bike / quad/ car

  • @mariecrowe8843
    @mariecrowe8843 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid❤

  • @Steven-qi4gm
    @Steven-qi4gm ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The alcohol thing is unusual to me. I spent a year in Thailand, I shared that time in Bangkok, chaing mai, chaing rai, mae sa sareang, mae hong son, Pai, khon kaen, udon Thani, petchabun, pitsanulok and tak.
    Never once was I refused alcohol. And I’m certain I must have had a drink between 2-5.
    I better look this up because I’m going down south to krabi for the first time this year.

    • @LloydandMandy
      @LloydandMandy  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can drink alcohol in restaurants, but you cannot buy takeaway from 7-11's etc.

  • @nicolestroud3009
    @nicolestroud3009 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so helpful.

  • @jonnybegood1950
    @jonnybegood1950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advice thanks both

  • @indigopilar788
    @indigopilar788 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What kind of camera did you use to film this video. Also, thanks for sharing informative video

  • @sweettommygun
    @sweettommygun ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'm planning to go to thailand at the start of 2024 but as a control freak I'm researching now
    this video is super useful thank u!!!

  • @orlandoboston4043
    @orlandoboston4043 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information

  • @kwikoperator
    @kwikoperator ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's interesting about the E Sim. I'm hoping to come to Thailand in September so that will prove very useful. Thanks for the informative video.

    • @chrismclaughlin6214
      @chrismclaughlin6214 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Has anyone used the Esim ? Can you get unlimited data ?

  • @k.channel8205
    @k.channel8205 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am Thai but I really like your video and you both 🙏🌹🇹🇭😊

  • @adamhollis5265
    @adamhollis5265 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your video’s 🥰

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    @Wilbure.sanchez ปีที่แล้ว +16

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  • @SarisaT
    @SarisaT ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Atm fees is normal for international it normally charge more so between withdraw a lot at once or do exchanges money before coming.

    • @PsiChotic
      @PsiChotic ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it the same fee regardless of how much you withdraw? Or does the fee increase with the amount you withdraw?

  • @prateapounaok8725
    @prateapounaok8725 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Please come back again. 🙏

  • @Cdssummary
    @Cdssummary ปีที่แล้ว

    LLoyd is smiling. Is that a good maker? Lol, how fun, just have fun.

  • @sfdave65
    @sfdave65 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy youtube. This was in my recommended feed. The alcohol laws. I actually just learned this from another vlog just tonight. They don't allow alcohol sales from 2 to 5pm as that is the time when school kids get out from school. It is to discourage underage drinking and businesses from selling to minors. I say works for me.

  • @lifeisbetterwiththedogs605
    @lifeisbetterwiththedogs605 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow I always go to the cell phone counter to buy the new sim . Thank you for the info

  • @lauramanistee8100
    @lauramanistee8100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your videoclip
    I plan to visit Chiangmai soon
    Do you know what is the cost for monthly rent for condo?

  • @ericjorgensen3911
    @ericjorgensen3911 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the big cities there are kiosks for $$$$ exchanges. Got my SIM card at the airport good for 1 month 22$.
    Also ask people for their LINE# (phone). Booked my Apt while riding the "night" train Bang to Chiang Mai. No
    problem getting apt. This was Nov-Dec. Love CM as the weather was low 80`s and not that humid up in the mountains.

  • @seksanjintanalert588
    @seksanjintanalert588 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are so many atm withdrawal fee free debit cards. It’s worth having one. The fees do not only apply in Thailand but also apply in other countries.

  • @akky2369
    @akky2369 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'll land in Thailand next year(Feb.) as a backpack traveler from Japan! Thank you for the beneficial information!
    I wanna learn much more from other your videos, and prep for it!

    • @llauraa1706
      @llauraa1706 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow. I also going to Thailand in Feb.

  • @thaweeratseanghirun6812
    @thaweeratseanghirun6812 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the great video.
    And thank you for coming to Thailand. If you come next time. I suggest you to use the airport rail link. Then you can continue by BTS or MRT to the station nearby your reserved hotel. It's more convenient and cheaper than airport taxi.
    Answers to the question of politeness in Thai: The polite we use at the end of a sentence that varies between a woman and a man is similar to the English suffix "Sir", but with a respectful difference.
    Man = KRUB
    Women = KA
    Thanksgiving = khOB KHUN (KRUB/KA)
    Apology = KHOR THOD (KRUB/KA) and will be very polite if you raise your hand like a Thai person. Everyone will appreciate you.
    Just like trying to speak Thai. Thailand is probably the only country in the world where you can try to speak Thai and you won't be laughed at. On the other hand you will get smiles and admiration as you try to speak our language with pleasure. And In short sentences, if you speak with a clear or close accent. You will get compliments from Thai people in Thai .KENG MAK. , it means you are very good with thumbs up.👍 So for here you don't have to worry about trying to speak Thai.
    In regard to the law limiting the time to sell alcohol. The reason comes from trying to reduce the risk that people drink at that time and drive.
    Due to past car accident data, it was found that most of the causes were alcohol and drunk driving.