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Thailand

Thailand is a top destination for Australian travellers who love balmy weather, beautiful beaches, laid back culture and delicious cuisine. Favourite spots include Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai and Bangkok.

Thailand guides

Thailand travel checklist

Tickets, money, passport! Your essential Thailand to-do list and packing list.
Power plugs, SIM cards, visas, vaccinations and curency

Power adapters, phone, internet, currency exchange, travel insurance, handy apps, VAT refunds and more.
Best time to go, Thai culture, laws, health and safety

Best time to go to Thailand, Thai culture, language, health, safety, laws, scams, emergency contacts and more.
Flights, airports, transport and accommodation

Flights to Bangkok, Phuket, and beyond, plus airport guides, key destinations, transport, car hire, accommodation, tours and more.

Where to next?

Travel insurance

Travel insurance reviews - single trip

Find the best single-trip travel insurance policies for seniors, cruisers, backpackers, baby mooners or family travel.
Travel insurance reviews - annual multi-trip

Travel overseas more than once a year? Find the best policy to keep you covered all year round.
How to buy the best travel insurance

The good, the bad and the exclusions.
How to get travel insurance for free with your credit card

Does the travel insurance that comes with some premium credit cards stack up against standalone policies?
Does travel insurance cover you if you've had a drink?

Most travel insurance policies have alcohol exclusions, so how much can you drink before you void your travel insurance?

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