With a little research, independent travel is easy to arrange. Here we present some information, helpful tips and useful links to get you started. The official language is Thai. Other prominent languages include English, Chinese and Malay.
Exact dates vary from year to year so check with the hotel for the exact details.
Some sockets will also accept flat, two-bladed plugs. Any electrical shop will be able to supply adapters and voltage converters. Some of the luxury hotels in Bangkok provide both UK and US-style sockets as standard. Check the hotel descriptions for details. Getting Around Thailand is a vast country, but fortunately it is easy to travel across its length and breadth.