THAiLAND??

Question

Me and my friends were thinking of going to Thaliand. We've worked out the accomodation and airfare will probably cost us about $1200, how much do you reckon spending money will cost us??

Also how can you secure your luggage so people can't anything in it during customs checks and that??

Answer 1

$50 is a great answer. You could get by on less, but shouldn't have to worry about penny pinching when you're making such a huge trip. A lunch will cost 2 or 3 dollars, a cold beer about $1.50 or less from a 7-11. A heavier, sit down dinner could be $4 in resort ares, less in rural.
ATMs are very easy to find in cities.
Transportation is cheap, but plan on a lot of shopping. There are so many unique things that I'm sure you'll want to take with you.
Also, be aware of overweight fees for your luggage. 50 lbs (each of 2 bags) is the limit for airlines in the US and and it can be as low as 20 kilos on Thai domestic carriers. You can really get nailed with that, so weigh your bags, and plan on buying some of the cute tanks and skirts there to wear.
Also, just using luggage locks is good enough. My bags have been in and out many times without issue.
Enjoy your trip :)

Answer 2

About $50 per day should be a good budget, for going around Thailand! (Covers shopping, sightseeing etc. food extra, 'heavy' shopping extra!) As for securing luggage, sealing with tape after locking the suitcases and airbags, and doubly making sure with security personnel's seal, is the normal practice, safe practice! Have a good time, enjoy the trip!

Answer 3

Good luck in LOS (Land of Smiles) - If you are there as a tourist $50/day is adaquate If you are there to Socialize then double that if you intend on being active.

A good website with good costs info is WWW.bangkoktonight.com ask questions get answers.

Look at the forum section - free registration.

Good Luck Gerry