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THAILAND INFO

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Geography:

The Kingdom of Thailand is situated in Southeast Asia, a popular destination for tourists, also used as a hub for exploring nearby regions such as Southern China, Indochina and Myanmar.

The shape and geography of the country is quite diverse and interesting, divided into four natural regions:

The North – with its mountainous terrain and forestation

The Central Plains – and its vast rice/paddy fields

The Northeastern Plateau – owning semi-arid rural farmlands

The Southern Peninsula – and its tropical islands and meandering coastlines

The Kingdom is divided into 76 provinces, which are then split into districts, sub-districts and villages respectively. The capital and commercial centre of Thailand is Bangkok, with a population of 9.1 million inhabitants in the city alone. This world famous city benefits from rich cultural influences and is also the industrial centre of the Kingdom.

Being a constitutional monarchy, the Thai Royal Family is revered across the nation, benefitting from considerable power. His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, is otherwise known as King Rama IX, who is the ninth king of the Chakari Dynasty and the longest reigning monarch in the nation’s history, ruling for over 50 years. Therefore, King Bhumibol Adulyadej is officially recognized as the Head of State, the upholder of all religions and regions in the country, and also the Head of the Armed Forces. In layman’s terms, when the king states an opinion on social and current affairs, people listen!

Embracing rich cultural diversity and traditions, this charismatic country is a magnet for visitors who come to sample the unique philosophy and upbeat nature of its inhabitants. The Thai population are immensely nationalistic and proud of their history, religious attitude and the Royal Family. With its tropical climate, natural wonders and its reputation for unparalleled hospitality, it is hardly surprising that since the turn of the millennium, over 10 million people have visited the country each year.

Area:

513,115 sq. km.

Topography:

There are four natural regions for which Thailand is divided:

The North – The mountainous regions of the north own a cacophony of colour, beauty and interesting cultural influences. With its mixture of cooler temperatures, exotic fruits, hilltribe handicrafts and colourful orchids, this is a melting pot of culture.

The Central Plains – These fertile farming and rural areas are a hotbed for rice and fruit cultivation. Including the cosmopolitan Bangkok region and the picturesque beaches on the East Coast, the Central Plains offer a wealth of beauty and interesting places to see.

The Northeastern Plateau – This region owns a wealth of semi-arid rural farmlands and many archaeological masterpieces and anthropological mysteries.

The Southern Peninsula – Home to tropical islands and meandering coastlines, this idyllic region holds important economical industries such as tin mining, fishing and rubber plantations.

Population:

This densely populated Kingdom has over 65 million citizens, with around 9 million people living in the city of Bangkok alone.

People:

The ethnicity of the nation is largely split into three categories:

Thai – 80%

Chinese – 10%

Malay – 3%

The remaining 7%

are made up of minority groups such as the Mons, Khmers and hilltribe villagers. Although ethnic Thais make up the majority of the population, the country’s location is a famous crossroads in a migratory sense, providing the vast cultural influences we see in the Kingdom today.

Religion:

Buddhism (95%)

Muslim (4%)

Others (1%)

Government:

As the constitutional monarchy has been in place since 1932, the organization of state is gradually moving forward. The parliament consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate, whose members, representatives and the Prime Minister are elected by the people. The Kingdom is divided into 76 provinces, which are then split into districts, sub districts and villages. An elected governor is also chosen for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. The remaining 75 provinces receive appointed governors.

Head of State:

H.R.H. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX of the Chakri Dynasty)

Prime Minister:

Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha (since 24 August 2014)

USEFUL INFO

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Time:

Time is + 7 hours ahead of GMT, 1 hour behind Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia.

Currency: Thai baht

Clothing:

One would be expected to wear sensible clothing to formal meetings or dining in top restaurants. When visiting beaches or resorts, it is considered suitable to wear skimpy and revealing clothes, but in normal public circumstances, this style of clothing is inappropriate, especially when visiting a temple or place of worship.

Weights & measures:

Metric is the numerical system used throughout Thailand. You will notice that the numbers on vehicle speedometers, highway markers and the speed limits all indicate kilometres.

Business hours:

Most commercial concerns in Bangkok operate on a five-day week, usually from 8 am to 5 pm. Many stores open seven days a week from 10 am to 10 pm. Government offices are generally open between 8.30 am and 4.30 pm with a noon to 1 pm lunch break, Monday to Friday except on public holidays. Banks are open Mondays to Fridays from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm except on public holidays.

Postal Services:

Thailand's mail service has a fairly good reputation. The major hotels provide basic postal services on their premises. The opening and closing times of provincial post offices are usually 8.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Mobile Phones:

Instead of using your SIM card from your home country, you should purchase a Thai SIM Card when visiting the country because the tariffs are much cheaper.

The SIM Card must be used in conjunction with a Digital GSM mobile phone within the 900-MHz range or a Digital PCN mobile phone within the 1800-MHz range. If your phone is not compatible, you can buy a new mobile for 1,200 THB and a new SIM card, which will save you much more money in the long-term.

Internet Services:

There are Internet Cafes situated everywhere, especially in the major tourist regions where Wi-Fi is now becoming a permanent fixture.

Tipping:

You will find that most hotels and some restaurants add a 10% service charge to the bill and for porters 20 baht. Taxi drivers do not require a tip, but in bars it is usual to leave 20-baht minimum.

Bargaining:

Bargaining, or haggling, as it is known, is something you need to acclimatize to, unless you are visiting department stores and shopping centres where fixed prices are applicable. If visiting market stalls, it is expected that you will haggle for the price of the chosen item. By not bargaining, you could pay 10-30% more than the going rate. When bargaining, do not be aggressive. Be polite, respectful and ensure you keep a smile on your face.

Tourism information:

Tourism Authority of Thailand http://www.tourismthailand.org

HEALTH

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When it comes to health care, Phuket has everything you’re likely to need, and to international standards at third world prices. There are three local hospitals with English-speaking doctors.

Health Insurance - All visitors to Phuket should be adequately covered by health insurance. This insurance should be purchased before you leave home. Most of the private hospitals have contractual arrangements with the major health insurance companies and if you need hospitalization, they will arrange direct billing on your behalf.

Water – Do not under any circumstances drink tap water always drink bottled water

Mosquitos – Cause dengue fever and malaria, so use anti mosquito sprays in evening

Sun – More than 20 minutes in Phuket sun or even when overcast you will burn, so use sun cream always.

Immunisation – If you're traveling to Phuket, consult your doctor at least 4-6 weeks before your journey to discuss what vaccinations are suitable for you. Phuket International Hospital recommends the following vaccinations (as appropriate for age):

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Typhoid

Tetanus-diphtheria booster if needed

Measles booster if needed

Polio

National Travel Health Network & Centre – Here you will find the best advice for visiting Thailandhttp://www.nathnac.org/ds/c_pages/country_page_th.htm#general

THAI ETIQUETTE

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The Thai are a proud nation of people with a long history and well-established, complex hierarchal structure of status. Starting with the Royal family and percolating down, everyone in Thailand knows and respects their place in society. A polite Thai (which is most of them) will usually immediately identify whether another is of higher status than them (usually deemed by age or wealth) and initiate the 'wai' - a submissive and graceful bringing together of the hands to the chest or beneath the nose (to show ultimate respect). Even on a social level they will refer to their elders as 'pii' (older sibling). In fact social grace is paramount and the formal suffix 'kha' (female) and 'khrup' (male) is added to the end of all sentences when addressing strangers, employers/employees or elders. There are many other habits of etiquette which the foreigner will do well to observe, the most important being to avoid loss of face by losing your temper. The feet are considered dirty and should not be pointed directly at people or raised; shoes are usually never worn in indoor living areas and the head is sanctified, so avoid touching someone else on the head, unless they are an intimate friend. Contrary to popular impression, Thais are quite conservative and expect visitors to dress appropriately in formal public places. They are also discreet about showing affection, especially in public. Holding hands is considered taboo among the older generation.

VISAS

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Thailand passport and visa requirements - All tourists must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond their intended length of stay (Retirement visa requires at least 18 months validity).

Foreign nationals visiting Thailand must possess valid passports or accepted travel documents and appropriate visas before entering the country. Visitors from several countries are permitted to stay up to 30 days without visas, while visitors from some other countries are entitled to apply for visas on arrival with stay of up to 15 days, provided they possess tickets confirming departure within 15 days at all ports of entry. Transit visas permit stay for up to 30 days and tourist visas for up to 60 days. Non-immigrant, diplomatic and official visas permit stay for up to 90 days. More info http://www.mfa.go.th/main/en/home 30 and 90 Day Visa Exemption

Passport holders from most western countries do not require a visa when entering Thailand for tourist purposes if their stay does not exceed 30 days or 90 days. You must show proof of a confirmed return ticket and sufficient funds during your stay, which according to the Thailand Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a minimum of 20,000 baht per individual or 40,000 baht for a family (or equivalent in foreign currency). You may or may not be asked to show these depending on the discretion of the immigration officer.

IMMIGRATION

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Phuket Town

482 Phuket Road,

A. Muang, Phuket Town 83000

Tel: (66) 076.221.905

Tel&Fax:(66) 076.212.108

http://phuketdir.com/pktimmigration

HOSPITALS

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Phuket International Hospital

44 Chalermprakiat Ror 9 Rd

Located between Big C and Tesco Lotus on the bypass road.

Tel: +66 (0)7 624 9400, +66 (0)7 621 0936

Email: info@phuket-inter-hospital.co.th

Website: www.phuket-inter-hospital.co.th

Bangkok Phuket Hospital

2/1 Hongyok utis Rd, Phuket City

Located in Phuket City.

Tel: +66 (0)7 625 4421

Email info@phukethospital.com

Website www.phukethospital.com

Mission Hospital Phuket

4/1 Thepkrasattri Rd

Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: (66-76) 237220/5 - 211907 or 212149 - 01-4299627

Email: pkah@phuket.ksc.co.th

Website: www.missionhospitalphuket.com

Patong Hospital

Sawatdirak Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150

Tel: (66-76) 344225 - 340617 For EMERGENCIES call 340444

Email: patonghospital@hotmail.com

Website: www.patonghospital.com

Thalang Government Hospital

Thepkrasattri Road, Thalang

Phuket 83110

Tel: (66-76) 311111

Vachira Hospital

Yaowarat Road, Phuket Town

Phuket 83000

Tel: (66-76) 212150 - 211155

Email: vachirapkt@hotmail.com

Website: www.vachiraphuket.go.th

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

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Police 191

Tourist Police 1155 or 076 214 368

Ambulance 076 254 425 /210 935

Bangkok-Phuket Hospital 076 254 421

Patong/Kathu Hospital 076 340 444, 342 633

Phuket International Hospital 076 249 400

Hyperbaric Services Thailand 076 342 518/9; 09 871 2335 emergency

EMBASSIES

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Australian Embassy

Street and mailing address:

Australian Embassy, Bangkok

37 South Sathorn Road

Bangkok 10120 Thailand

General Contact details

Phone: +66 2 287 2680

Facsimile: +66 2 287 2029

Email: austembassy.bangkok@dfat.gov.au

New Zealand Embassy

M Thai Tower, 14th Floor,

All Seasons Place

87 Wireless Road

Lumpini

Bangkok 10330

THAILANDTel: +66 2 254 2530

Fax: +66 2 253 9045 or 253 0249

E-mail: nzembbkk@loxinfo.co.th

Office hours:

8:00am- 12 noon

1pm-4:30pm

Monday-Friday

Philippine Embassy, Bangkok

The Official Website of the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Bangkok, Thailand.

760 Sukhumvit Road corner Soi 30/1 (Soi Philippines ),

Klongtan, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

Tel (662) 259-0139 / 259-0140

Fax (662) 259-2809

Email: inquiry@philembassy-bangkok.net

Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Consular Services: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

British Embassy at Bangkok, Thailand

We provide consular information, general information about visa and and some useful recommendation for the travelers who want to go to Thailand. Web site presented both in English and Thai.

1031 Wireless Road

Lumpini, Pathumwan

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

Tel:+66 (0) 2 305 8333

ext: 2334, 2318

Fax:+66 (0) 2 255 6051

Consular email: Consular.Bangkok@fco.gov.uk

Opening Hours:

Monday - Thursday 0800-1100, 1300-1530

Friday 0800 - 1200 only

British Embassy, Chiang Mai

British Honorary Consul

198 Bumrungraj Road

Muang, Chiang Mai 50000

Thailand

Tel: +66 (0) 53 263015

Fax: +66 (0) 53 263014

Email: ukconsul@loxinfo.co.th

Opening Hours:

Monday - Friday 0900-1130

Canadian Embassy in Bangkok

Our mission is to represent Canadian interests. In addition our consular officers provide assistance of various kinds to Canadian citizens in our host countries.

The Embassy is located at:

15th Floor, Abdulrahim Place

990 Rama IV Road

Bangrak, Bangkok 10500

Thailand

Tel: 662-636-0540

Fax: 662-636-0565

E-mail: bngkk@international.gc.ca

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 2090

Bangkok 10501

Thailand

United States Embassy in Thailand

Visas / American Citizen Services

American Citizen Services (ACS)

Address: 95 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Tel [66](2) 205-4005

E-mail: acsbkk@state.gov

Consular Services

Address: 95 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Tel: [66](2) 205-4000

Fax:[66](2) 254-1171

Consulate General in Chiang Mai

Address: 387 Witchayanond Road, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

Tel: [66](53) 252-629

Fax: [66](53) 252-633

Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)

Address: 120-122 Wireless Road, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand

Tel: [66](2) 205-5352

Fax:[66](2) 650-7770

Visa Information\

Address: 95 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Non-Immigrant Visas Tel: [66](2) 205-4005

Immigrant Visas Tel: [66](2) 205-4287

E-mail: visasbkk@state.gov

Deutsche Botschaft Bangkok

German embassy Bangkok.

9 South Sathorn Road

Bangkok 10120

Tel: (0066-2) 287 9000

Fax: (0066-2) 287 1776 oder 285 6232

E-Mail: info@german-embassy.or.th

Embassy of Belgium, Bangkok

Official site of the Embassy of Belgium in Bangkok, Thailand

Sathorn City Tower - 17th floor

175 South Sathorn Road

Tungmahamek - Bangkok 10120

Tel: +66(0)2-679.54.54

Urgencies: +66(0)1-833.99.87

Fax: +66(0)2-679.54.67

Fax: +66(0)2-679.54.65

Bangkok@diplobel.org

Opening hours:

Monday through Friday

8 AM to 4 PM

8 15 AM to 11 30 AM (visa and administration)

Royal Netherlands Embassy in Bangkok

106 Wireless Road, Lumpini

Bangkok 10330

Postal address & Contact Info:

Royal Netherlands Embassy in Bangkok

P.O. Box 404

Bangkok 10330

Thailand

General phone number: (662) 2547701/5

General fax number: (662) 2545579 or (662) 2541679

Faxnumber Consulair affairs section: (662) 2539181

General: ban@minbuza.nl

Embassy Of Malaysia In Bangkok

Address: 35 South Sathorn Road,

Tungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120Kingdom of Thailand

Telephone: (662) 679 2190

Kawat:MALAWAKIL BANGKOK

Telex: 87321 Answerback 87321

MALAWAKIL TH

Fax:(662) 679 2208

E-Mail: mwbngkok@samart.co.th

Consulate General Of Malaysia In Songkhla

Address: No. 4 Sukhum Road,

90000 Songkhla

South Thailand

Telephone: (074) 311 062, 316 274

Fax:(074) 324 004

E-Mail: mwsgkhla@hatyai.inet.co.th

Kawat:MALAWAKIL SONGKHLA

Telex: 60208 MAWAKIL TH

Singaporean Embassy, Bangkok

Address: 129 South Sathorn RoadBangkok 10120.

Telephone: +286 2111, +286 1434

Fax: +286 6966, +287 2578

E-Mail: singemb@pacific.net.th

Operational Hours: Monday to Friday: 9.00 am to 12.00 pm ;

1.00 pm to 5.00 pmSaturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: Closed

Mission 's Duty H/P No: 001-66-(1) 844-3580 (24 hours)

Burma Embassy Of The Union Of Burmese Embassy.

Tel: 0-2234-4789

Tel. 0-2233-2237

Tel. 0-2233-7250

Address: Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500.

Embassy of Denmark

10, Sathorn Soi 1

(Soi Attakarn Prasit)

South Sathorn Road

10120 Bangkok

Tel: +66 (0) 2 343 1100

Fax: +66 (0) 2 213 1752

Email: bkkamb@um.dk

24-hour emergency

telephone: +66 (0) 1 834 8010

The embassy can assist Danes in emergency cases such as death, acute illness etc.

Russian Embassy

78 Sap Road, Surawongse, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500

Tel: 02-234-98-24, 02-268-11-69

Fax: 02-237-84-88

E-mail: rusembbangkok@rambler.ru

Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok

Office address: Postal address:

UBC II Building, 18th floor

591 Sukhumvit Road, Soi 33

Bangkok 10110

Thailand G.P.O. box 81

Bangkok 10501

Thailand

Tel: +66 (0)2302 6415

Fax: +66 (0)2262 0218

E-mail: emb.bangkok@mfa.no

Swedish Embassy In Bangkok

Postal address:

Embassy of Sweden

P.O. Box 1324

Nana Post Office

BANGKOK 10112

Visiting address:

20th Floor, One Pacific Place

140 Sukhumvit Road,between soi 4 and soi 6

The Embassy is next to the Landmark Hotel

Phone: +66-(0)2 263 72 00

Fax: +66-(0)2 263 72 60

Fax visa section: +66-(0)2 263 72 67

Telegram: svensk bangkok

The telegrams are carried out with the daily mail

E-mail: ambassaden.bangkok@foreign.ministry.se

E-mail to the visa section: visabkk@foreign.ministry.se

POLICE

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Phuket Police Stations

Station: Chalong Sub-District Police Station

Address: Tambon Chalong, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-381-247

Fax: 076-381-930

Station: Cherng Talay Sub-District Police Station

Address: Tambon Cherng Talay, Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110

Tel: 076-270-043

Station: Kamala Sub-District Police Station

Address: 96 Moo 3, Tambon Kamala, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83120

Tel: 076-279-058

Station: Kathu District Police Station

Address: Tambon Patong, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83150

Tel: 076-342-719/21

Email: patongpolice@patongpolice.net

Station: Marine Police Division 5

Address: Phuket Road, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-211-883

Station: Muang District Police Station

Address: 1 Chumporn Road, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-216-856

Station: Phuket Provincial Police Headquarters

Address: Yaowarat Road, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-212-046

Email: phuket@police.go.th

Station: Phuket Tourist Police

Address: 100/31-32 Bypass Road, T. Rasada, A. Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-355-015

Station: Phuket Traffic Police Station

Address: 1 Chumporn Road, T. Taladyai, A. Muang, Phuket 83000

Tel: 076-220-919

Fax: 076-220-931

Station: Tah Chat Chai Sub-District

Address: Police Station, 22 Moo 5 T. Mai Kao, A. Thalang, Phuket 83110

Tel: 076-311-242

Station: Thalang District Police Station

Address: Thepkrasattri Road, Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110

Tel: 076-311-123

Station: Thung Thong Sub-District Police Station

Address: 51/22 Wichitsongkram Rd, Moo 6, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83120

Tel: 076-321-182

SCHOOLS

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Phuket International Academy (PIA)
Address: 115/15 Moo 7 Thepkasattri Road, Thepkasattri,Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 336 076
Email: info@pia.ac.th
Web: http://www.phuketinternationalacademy.com/

Baan Kajonkiet Kindergarten (Cherngtalay)
Address: Pasak,Cherng Talay, Thalang, Phuket 83110
Tel: 086-6820454, 086-4759158
Email: kc@kajonkietsuksa.ac.th

Kajonkiet Thalang School
Address: 223 Moo 5, Srisoonthorn, Thalang, Phuket 83110
Tel: 093-5834681
Email: kajonkiet_talang@kajonkietsuksa.ac.th
Web: http://www.kajonkietsuksa.ac.th/

British International School, Phuket
Address: 59 Moo 2, Thepkrasattri Road T. Koh Kaew, A. Muang Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)76 335555
Email: info@bisphuket.ac.th
Web: www.bisphuket.ac.th

Shining Stars
Address: 88/12 Moo 5, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)8 54704800
Email: shiningstarsphuket@gmail.com
Web: http://shiningstarsphuket.com/

QSS, Quality Swedish School
Address: 32/31 Soi 8 Kamala, Kathu, Phuket
Tel: +66(0)8 24175962
Email: green.birgitta@gmail.com
Web: http://www.svenskgrundskolaphuket.se

Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KISP)
Address: Soi The Valley 1, Pra Phuket Keaw Road, Kathu, Phuket
Tel: +66 (0)89 652 7599
Email: ip@kajonkietsuksa.ac.th

QSI International School of Phuket
Address: 84/1 Moo 1, Chalermprakiet R 9 Rd., T. Kathu, A. Kathu, Phuket
Tel: (0) 76 304 312
Email: phuket@qsi.org
Web: http://phuket.qsischool.org/index.php

Head Start International School
Address: 41/6 Moo 5, Vichitsongkram Rd. T. Vichit A. Muang Phuket 83000 phuket
Tel: +66 (0)76 612876
Email: info@headstartphuket.com
Web: http://headstartphuket.com/

Prince of Songkla University
Address: 80 Vichit Songkram Rd., Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83120
Tel: +66 (0)76 276000-1
Email: sjirawad@ratree.psu.ac.th
Web: http://www.phuket.psu.ac.th/

Smiley Kidz International
Address: 10/28 Moo3 Jonthong Thani Village, Chaofa Road,, Vichit muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: 084 847 0732
Email: info@smiley-kidz.com
Web: http://www.smiley-kidz.com/

Oak Meadow International School (Grades 1-8)
Address: 10/32 Moo Baan Jonthong, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)76 521550
Email: info@oakmeadowphuket.com
Web: http://www.oakmeadowphuket.com/default.html

Buds Phuket
Address: 14/11Chao Fa Road East, Moo 9, T. Chalong, A. Muang, Phuket, 83130
Tel: 080 624 7060 (English), 087 278 5511 (Thai)
Email: phuketkindergarten@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.buds-phuket.com/

Cravens International Nursery Pre School
Address: 48/5 Moo 10, Soi Jaofa 47 T. Chalong, A. Muang Phuket 83130
Tel: +66 (0)76 383150
Email: info@cravensnurseryphuket.com

ISP - International School of Phuket
Address: 79/6 Moo 4 Soi Sermsuk, Viset Road, Tambon, Rawai, Amphoe Muang, Phuket, 83130
Tel: 076-383-772
Email: phuketinternational@asia.com
Web: http://www.phuket-international-school.com/

ABC International Nursery and Pre-school
Address: 59/5 Soi Anna, Sai YuanRoad , Rawai, Phuket, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)8 9971 1813
Email: info@abcnurseryphuket.com
Web: http://www.abcnurseryphuket.com/

Palm House School
Address: 21/1 Moo 2, Soi Salika Viset Road Rawai
Tel: +66 (0)76 288630
Email: info@palmhouseprimaryschool.com
Web: http://www.palmhouseprimaryschool.com

BANKS

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Phuket banks: Opening hours - 8.30am and 3.30pm (Monday to Friday) except public and bank holidays.

ATM Machines: Most major banks have ATM machines which accept major cards

Currency exchange: Operate from most banks. Also mobile currency exchange centres operate in the evening in major resorts like Patong and Karon from 7.00am to 9.00pm, 7 days a week including holidays.

Credit Cards: Visa/Mastercard accepted by all banks and local stores. AMEX is not acceptable in many places including banks.

Hotels: Most major hotels will exchange money but at a less favorable rate than the banks.

Bangkok Bank 147 Rat-U-Thit Road Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 076 344906/9 Bangkok Bank 22 Phang-nga Road Phuket Town Phuket 83000 Phone 076 211292/5 Bangkok Bank 142 Thepkarasattri Road Phuket Town Phuket 83000 Phone 076 223076/8 Bank of Asia 110 Thaweewong Road Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 076 340142 (member of ABN-Amro) Bank of Asia 206 Phuket Road Phuket Town Phuket 83000 Phone 076 214901 or 211566 (member of ABN-Amro) Bank of Ayudhya 145 Rat-U-Thit Rd Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 076 340809 or 340810

Siam Commercial Bank 83, Thaweewong Rd Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 076 321467 or 321469 Siam Commercial Bank Unit 21, Canal Village Laguna Phuket Cherngtalay Phuket 83110 Phone 325514 or 325515 Thai Farmers Bank 133/1-4 Rat-U-Thit Road Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 340447 or 340449 Krung Thai Bank 90-96 Rat-U-Thit Road Patong Beach Phuket 83150 Phone 076 344301 or 344302 Krung Thai Bank 6 Rasada Road Phuket Town Phuket 83000 Phone 076 214101 Siam City Bank 33/124 Patak Road Karon Beach Phuket 83130 Phone 076 396980/1 or 396095