Early booking of tours is the choice of those who know how to plan a vacation in advance and at the same time save money. If you know exactly the dates of your vacation or want to get a ticket to a luxury hotel with affordable prices, then early booking tours for 2019-2020 is your faithful assistant.
Most often, early booking becomes available a couple of months before the start of the season. For example, a tour to Thailand for June can be booked in March, and in August - Christmas tours. Early booking will almost always guarantee you a hotel confirmation. In season good numbers on favorable prices are sold out right away, so those booking rooms in advance have much more choice.
The advantage of early booking is the opportunity to save money. Prices for air tickets and hotel rooms are almost always tied to one of the world currencies - the dollar or the euro. If the ruble strengthens against the euro and the dollar, then the prices for tours will go down. Considering that in recent times the ruble fluctuates a lot, we recommend that you think about a trip now.
The only significant disadvantage of early booking in Thailand is the almost complete loss of funds in case of tour cancellation. If for some reason you cannot go, then the tour will simply burn out.
Capital: Bangkok.
Time: ahead of Moscow by 4 hours (Bangkok).
Official language: Thai.
Local currency: thai baht.
Best time to relax: October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
Flight from Moscow: 9-11 hours.
Visa for Russians: need not.
Best Resorts: Bangkok, Krabi, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui.
The approximate cost of a vacation for two per week: 70 thousand rubles.
Telephone code: +66.
About country:
Thailand is a land of smiles and eternal sun.A country where the sea awaits you all year round.
Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world.
The country where they return and stay for a long time.
Most visited and popular resorts- Pattaya and Phuket Island.
Prices for tours to Thailand:
Prices in Thailand are very attractive for foreigners.Very cheap fruits, seafood.
Favorable prices for appliances, furniture, clothing, medicine and jewelry.
Shopping in Thailand:
Most best shopping in Bangkok.The city has a huge number of large supermarkets.
Do not forget about the overweight on the return flight.
The overweight cost depends on the airline.
Weather in Thailand:
The weather in Thailand is divided into two seasons: dry and wet.The wettest months are from late May to late September.
Dry - from late September to mid-May.
The air and water temperatures are almost always the same.
The air temperature does not drop below 25 degrees Celsius all year round.
Thailand hotels:
When choosing a hotel, you need to carefully study the reviews.It is very important to consider the location of the hotel and who the hotel is aimed at.
So, for example, in Pattaya for young people you need to choose a hotel in the center.
For families with children, it is better to choose hotels remote from the center in the southern or northern part.
For lovers of good beach holiday it is better to choose hotels in Phuket or Koh Samui.
Visa for Thailand:
For Russian citizens visiting Thailand for tourist purposes, a visa is not required for a period of stay in the country up to 30 days. To stay in the country for a longer period, you need to apply for a visa at the place of residence.Thailand visas are divided into two types: tourist and immigration. In the first case, obtaining a visa does not cause any difficulties; in the second case, a set of documents is required that corresponds to the type of visa.
Migration visas are divided into several types: business, medical, work, religious, educational. Depending on the purpose of the trip and the duration of stay in the country, a list of documents and the cost of the visa will be provided.
Consent to the processing of personal data
I hereby, being the Customer tourist services included in the tourist product, and the authorized representative of the persons (tourists) specified in the Application, I give consent to the Agent and his authorized representatives to process my data and the data of persons (tourists) contained in the Application: surname, name, patronymic, date and place birth, gender, citizenship, series, passport number, other passport data indicated in the passport; residence and registration address; home and mobile phone; address Email; as well as any other data related to my personality and the identity of the persons specified in the Application, in the amount necessary for the implementation and provision of tourist services, including those included in the tourist product formed by the Tour Operator, for any action (operation) or a set of actions ( operations) performed with my personal data and data of persons specified in the Application, including (without limitation) collection, recording, systematization, accumulation, storage, clarification (update, change), extraction, use, transfer (distribution, provision, access), depersonalization, blocking, deletion, destruction of personal data, as well as the implementation of any other actions provided for by current legislation Russian Federation, using automation tools, including in information and telecommunication networks, or without using such tools, if the processing of personal data without using such tools corresponds to the nature of the actions (operations) performed with personal data using automation tools, that is, it allows in accordance with the given algorithm, the search for personal data recorded on a tangible medium and contained in card files or other systematic collections of personal data, and / or access to such personal data, as well as for the transfer (including cross-border) of these personal data to the Tour Operator and third parties - partners of the Agent and the Tour Operator.
The processing of personal data is carried out by the Agent and his authorized representatives (the Tour Operator and direct service providers) in order to fulfill this contract (including, depending on the terms of the contract, for the purpose of issuing travel documents, booking rooms in accommodation facilities and with carriers, transferring data to consulate of a foreign state, resolving claims issues when they arise, submitting information to authorized state bodies (including at the request of courts and internal affairs bodies)).
I hereby confirm that the personal data transferred by me to the Agent is reliable and can be processed by the Agent and its authorized representatives.
I hereby give my consent to the Agent and the Tour Operator to send me emails / newsletters to the e-mail address and / or mobile phone number provided by me.
I hereby confirm that I have the authority to provide personal data of the persons specified in the Application, and I undertake to reimburse the Agent for any costs associated with my lack of appropriate authority, including losses associated with the sanctions of the inspection bodies.
I agree that the text given by me of my own free will, in my interests and in the interests of the persons indicated in the Application, the consent to the processing of personal data is stored electronically in the database and / or on paper and confirms the fact of consent to process and transfer personal data in accordance with the above provisions and take responsibility for the accuracy of the provision of personal data.
This consent is given for an indefinite period and can be revoked at any time by me, and in terms of a specific person, the subject of personal data specified in the Application, by the specified person, by sending a written notification to the Agent by mail.
I hereby confirm that my rights, as a subject of personal data, have been explained to me by the Agent and are clear to me.
I hereby confirm that the consequences of revoking this consent have been explained to me by the Agent and I understand.
This Consent is an attachment to this Application.
Dear Colleagues!
We present you with a special offer from TEZ TOUR and the leading hotels in Thailand: EARLY BOOKING!
What are the benefits of early booking?
- Direct discounts from hotels to 25% ... Prices in the selection of a tour are given already taking into account discounts.
- Nearly one hundred percent probability of confirming scarce hotels that are in high demand during the season.
- In case of early booking and timely payment, the price is fixed whole package... No additional surcharges and recalculations!
EARLY BOOKING promotion rules
- After the end of the EARLY BOOKING promotion, any changes (replacement of all tourists, change of arrival date, duration of stay, number of people in the application, etc.) in the bookings will be recalculated according to the tariffs in force on the date of the change. As an exception, you can change the surnames and names of tourists, without changing the meaning, but so that at least one surname was from the original booking.
- The expiration dates of the promotion for each hotel are specified in the file Daily prices "EARLY BOOKING".
- For applications created under the early booking promotion, a two-step payment system is introduced:
- you must pay 25% of the payment for the tour within 5 banking days from the date of confirmation;
- the remaining 75% must be paid no later than 10 business days before the departure date.
For applications with flights from Ukrainian cities created under the early booking promotion, 100% payment must be made within 2 banking days from the date of creation of the application. A two-stage payment system * is agreed individually with the curator of your agency.
* payment in two installments (50/50).For applications with flights from the cities of Kazakhstan, created under the early booking promotion, a two-stage payment system is introduced:
- you must pay 25% of the payment for the tour within 3 banking days from the date of confirmation;
- the remaining 75% must be paid no later than 3 weeks before the departure of the tourists.
- Discounts apply for stays of 1 or more nights, unless otherwise stated in the hotel note.
- Discounts apply only to those applications that have a note: "EARLY BOOKING".
- EARLY BOOKING discounts do not work in conjunction with other specials or discounts from the hotel.
- EARY BOOKING discounts do not apply to gala dinners and group arrivals.
What else do you need to know about early booking?
Attention! Our advice:
Due to a possible change in prices for individual components of the tour, the prices for the promotion may change. We advise you not to delay the payment of your applications. As you know, additional payments and price increases do not apply to applications paid on time!
There are three mobile operators in Thailand. They all offer users almost the same terms. There is no internal roaming in the country. You can buy a SIM card immediately upon arrival at the airport, in 7/11 and Family March stores, in phone stores and travel agencies. In the same chain stores, you can easily top up the balance, usually on the check they just write the number that needs to be dialed. The passport will be asked without fail. Services cost cellular communication inexpensive, one minute of conversation will cost only 1 baht, SMS - 2 baht. When making calls to Russia, it is better to use Internet telephony, for this you need to dial the code used by a specific operator (003, 004 or 006, etc., without a plus) and the Russia code - 7. In this case, one minute of conversation will cost no more 7 baht.
It is very convenient to immediately buy an Internet package with a SIM card, the cost for a week does not exceed 200 baht. All decent hotels in Thailand now have Wi-Fi, this is the norm. Usually, the connection is stable in the rooms, and not just in the lobby or at the reception. The quality of both cellular communication and the Internet is improving every year, and most often does not cause complaints.
Language and communication
The Thai language has a soft sound and an extremely difficult, in the opinion of a European, writing system. It is based on Sanskrit, does not include spaces between words and looks very specific in general. A language with four tonalities, quite euphonious, without harshness and expressive expressions. But when Thais begin to speak quickly, it is difficult to distinguish even the boundaries between words and sentences, however, this is probably true for any foreigner. Thais do not expect tourists to know their language. Therefore, from the first time, uncertainly pronounced phrases they may not understand.
They know English in tourist areas, but not really well. There is even such an expression "tayinglish". The fact is that the Thais soften and creatively reinterpret many sounds that are difficult for them. In Pattaya and Phuket, many sellers know individual words and phrases in Russian.
| Word or phrase | Writing | Pronunciation and application features |
| Hello | สวัสดี | Savadi, men can add a cap, and women can add ka (you just need to remember this) |
| thanks | ขอบคุณ | Kapun, similarly, men add a cap, and women add |
| A little | นิดหน่อย | Nitnoy (useful to indicate the spiciness of a dish) |
| Yes | ใช่ | Tea |
| No | ไม่ | May (negative particle, also put at the end of the question) |
| Not sharp | ไม่เผ็ด | Mi pet |
| Do you have... | คุณมี | Kun misam a product can be called in English, for example, mango, most people will understand the banant such phrase (at the end, you must also add the particle may) it turns out: Kun mi ... may |
| Tasty | อร่อย | Aroy, you also need to be able to thank |
| I don't want, I don't need | ไม่ต้องการ | My cap (useful for answering annoying sellers) |
| It's OK, do not worry | ไม่เป็นไร | Mai pen rai is a phrase, a reflection of the Thai mentality, literally the formula for forgiveness "I am not angry, do not worry" |
Features of the mentality
The Thai mentality is well demonstrated by the famous expressions: sabay-sabay and sanuk-sabay. They are translated as pleasure, comfort, while sabay means the convenience of the body, and sanuk means the soul. Thais are striving for such a state in the life of the present and the next. They are mostly Buddhists, therefore, they believe that their good deeds will be reckoned to them in future incarnations. Therefore, they strive to earn as many advantages to karma as possible. This is, of course, very simplistic and even rude.
They have one more thing - the desire to "save face", that is, their dignity. It is difficult for foreigners to fully understand this, but it can be difficult for a Thai to say “no” or “I don’t know”, because it will be a loss of face. They are also rarely in a hurry, it is worth considering.
The fusion of religions in Thailand is very interesting. Besides Buddhists, there are many Muslims in the south. In everyday life, images of Hindu gods are often found, for example, the elephant Ganesha. And, of course, not a single structure is built without houses of spirits, and this is a reflection of very ancient, pagan beliefs. It is better not to touch the houses of the spirits, and to enter the temples exclusively without shoes. With regard to religion, Thais can be very sensitive and principled. And, of course, all Buddha statues are inviolable.
Shopping. What to bring from Thailand?
In Tai, shopping is specific. Clothes and cosmetics of well-known companies are not brought from here. Although it is in expensive shops in Bangkok. But why, if the suitcases are not enough for the riches that the generous Thai nature is ready to endow. Now without pathos. Of course, it is worth buying in reputable pharmacies and stores, then the quality is guaranteed, but in the markets you can have so much fun looking at unusual goods, price tags and bargaining with sellers.
So, what to bring from Thailand:
coconut oil is a very useful and multifunctional product;
Thai cosmetics - here, of course, you should contact the official dealerships;
T-shirts with interesting inscriptions and pictures;
Thai medicines - the choice must be approached carefully;
cheap electronics - be vigilant, avoid scammers;
leather goods - if you can determine that this is not a fake;
blue tea - you can try other Thai teas, but blue is the most popular;
unusual soap;
deodorant Crystal;
fruit - durian cannot be transported, and it is unlikely that you will want to because of the smell.
Local kitchen. What to try?
Thai cuisine has been ranked among the world's top tasting cuisines by various studies. Here you need to say right away: Thais eat very spicy food, but they understand that such spice does not bring pleasure to foreigners. However, from time to time they are still addicted to red pepper. Therefore, when ordering a dish, it will not be superfluous to remind you of your preferences in two words - no spicy.
Top 5 Thai dishes.
1. Tom Yam is, of course, the most popular, and rightfully so. Spicy soup with many spices (you don't need to eat them all), on chicken broth with shrimps or other meat, tomatoes, onions, seasoned with Thai chili paste and coconut milk is a pure taste delight.
2. Tom kha gai - also a mixed soup with chicken broth, but less spicy, without chili paste and with a lot of coconut milk. Very delicate, rich taste. This is why I love Thai cuisine, so it is for the richness and brightness of the flavors provided by many ingredients.
3. Pad Thai is fried rice noodles with shrimps, sauces, peanuts when serving and various greens. In general, there are many types of fallow. They can also drive in an egg, serve with a slice of lime, green onions, etc. A very tasty and unusual dish, it's all about the nuances of cooking, there are noodles in every country, but Pad Thai is the only one.
4. Catfish there is a salad of green papaya grated with thin strips with the addition of sugar, fish sauce, tomatoes, lime, peanuts and a couple of other ingredients. Usually some greens are served with the salad. Catfish is there with raw crab, but this is not a pleasure for everyone.
5. Sticky rice with mango (the Thai name of this dish is very rarely used in the tourist environment). Add sweet milk coconut sauce and juicy mango pulp to boiled rice, here's the finished dish. In fact, not everything is so simple, you need to take a special kind of rice, cook it in a special way, just like the sauce. Thais make even the simplest things unusual, and also serve beautifully. In restaurants, this dish is usually unreasonably expensive (I personally saw it for 120 baht), in the market you can buy it for 40.
And that's not all. Seafood, just fried rice with meat, grilled fish, chicken and duck, sweets and necks, many more delicious can be found in almost any institution.
Holidays and events
On the November full moon, the Thais celebrate Loi Krathong very beautifully. They launch into the sea specially made compositions - boats made of banana leaves and flowers. Now they also launch burning balloons or Chinese lanterns into the sky. The exact origin and original meaning of the holiday is unknown. It is probably associated with the worship of the spirit of Water, because it falls at the end of the rainy season. Now it is a beautiful tradition, a sign of respect for nature. Lowering the boat is a ritual of absolution, but they also remember to put in a coin to appease the spirits.
The most fun and widely celebrated day is Songkran. This is thai New Year, it is usually celebrated for a whole week, but especially actively on April 13-15. It looks like this: the entire population is actively dousing each other with water. The shops even sell special guns for this purpose. Once in Pattaya in the evening for main square in general, a fire engine arrived and began to water the people with water from large hoses. If you don't want to get wet these days, it's best not to leave the house. Joke. Seriously now. You can show the Thais with signs or say that you do not want to be doused. However, not everyone responds to such requests.
Security
In general, in Thailand, tourists live safely and quite comfortably. You can go for a walk in the evening or even late at night. But no one canceled reasonable caution. We keep our finger on the pulse, hide the wallet away, don't use an expensive phone. Ladyboys are especially prone to theft; their nimble hands must be watched very vigilantly. You should also not provoke Thais, for most of the quiet and peaceful there may be one with a violent temperament. Thais especially do not like the dismissive attitude towards their religion, culture and royal family.
It is worth wary of various fraudulent schemes in tourist cities, especially in Bangkok. Do not believe the statements "today Buddha Dei, Wat Arun is not working." Once we were told that Chinatown was closed due to a holiday, yes, the whole block was closed. This usually means that they want to lure you into a store or restaurant. And what kind of "divorce" there will be, it depends on the imagination of the dodger, but it will definitely happen.
3 tips that will definitely come in handy when traveling in Thailand
1. Do not judge the whole country by tourist cities and weigh. Thais, overwhelmingly, are very modest and even shy people. They are always ready to help, bring, show the way, but the spirit of Pattaya is completely alien to them. They are not used to showing off their personal lives and do not expect such manifestations from others at all.
2. Do not choose Pattaya for a beach holiday. Pattaya is definitely very interesting city... There is plenty to do here - water parks, shopping, flower garden Nong nooch, zoo, excursions. Yes, sometimes they swim here and even get pleasure from it, but you will not find beaches like "Bounty" here. But in Thailand there are many of them. Tours to Pattaya are cheaper, but you should be aware that it will take at least an hour to get to the paradise shores, for example, on Ko Lana. The sea in Pattaya is relatively suitable for swimming, but the fact is, it is dirty.
3. It is very rare, but it happens that traditional Thai dishes are made not very high quality even in expensive cafes. If you didn't like it once, you shouldn't give up on the whole kitchen, you must certainly give it another chance. I promise you will not regret it and will find something of your own. Tip: Adjust the pungency with persistent pleas to the chef.
The material used photos by pixabay, unsplash and flickr, bangkok.com and tourismthailand.
