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Southeast Asia
Thailand
The destination in brief
Thailand means warm sea all year round, inexpensive street food and clear tourist infrastructure: from backpacker guesthouses to all-inclusive resorts. People come here for beach holidays on the islands of the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, for the city life of Bangkok, and for the north — Chiang Mai, with its temples and mountains.
The best time is the dry, cooler season from November to March: minimal rain, comfortable humidity and a clear sea. April and May are hot, and from June to October the monsoon rains arrive — short but regular, and prices are noticeably lower then.
The destination works well for couples and families with children, for groups on their first long-haul holiday, and for anyone who wants plenty of impressions on a moderate budget. There is enough English on the tourist islands to get by without sign language.
| Visa | Visa on arrival for up to 30 days For tourism with a passport; check the current visa-free period before departure. |
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| Internet and eSIM | eSIM available Tourist eSIMs can be set up before departure; local SIM cards are available on site too. |
| Direct flights from Russia | No data Check with the airlines — schedules and connections change. |
| Payment with a Russian card | Not applicable Cards issued by Russian banks do not work abroad; bring cash and cards from another jurisdiction. |
| Languages, English | English is enough In tourist areas and hotels it is easy to make yourself understood. |
| Safety | Calm for tourists Ordinary everyday care; keep an eye on the forecast during the rainy season. |
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When to fly
A reference point for the dry season: November to March is the most even period without prolonged rain. The peak falls on December–February (and prices are higher), while March is still dry but noticeably hotter.
November
December
January
February
March
Where to stay
All hotels in Thailand →
Bangkok
Riverside City Hotel
from RUB 3,400 / night
Krabi
Railay Cliff Villas
from RUB 7,200 / nightHow to get there
All airlines →
With a stopover
Gulf Connect
With a stopover
