The Guide
From The Report: Thailand 2018
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This chapter contains hotel listings for business and leisure travelers, a directory of government ministries and agencies, and contact information for foreign embassies. It also offers useful information for new arrivals to the country.

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Serenity in the city: Hotels around Bangkok
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SHANGRI-LA HOTEL 89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, New Road, Bangrak, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand T: +66 (0)2 236 7777 F: +66 (0)2 236 8579 slbk@shangri-la.com www.shangri-la.com/bangkok Rooms: 802 rooms and suites in two adjacent towers with river or city views. Executive, premier, speciality and presidential suites available. Business & Conference Facilities: The Grand Ballroom can host over 1000 guests banquet-style, up to 1500 for a cocktail reception or…

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Listings: Directory of useful organisations
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Government Ministries Office of the Prime Minister +66 (0)2 283 4000 Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperatives +66 (0)2 281 5955 Ministry of Commerce +66 (0)2 507 7000 Ministry of Culture +66 (0)2 422 8941 Ministry of Defence +66 (0)2 225 0098 Ministry of Digital Economy & Society +66 (0)2 141 6747 Ministry of Education +66 (0)2 281 9809 Ministry of Energy +66 (0)2 140 6000 Ministry of Finance +66 (0)2 273 9021 Ministry of Foreign Affairs +66 (0)2 203 5000 Ministry of Industry +66 (0)2 202…

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Facts for visitors: Helpful tips for new and returning travellers
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Language Thai is the official language and it comprises five different tones, which can be difficult to distinguish for non-native speakers. English is widely understood in most business and tourist centres, particularly Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Koh Samui and Phuket. Road signs are often written in both Thai and English. Religion Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist country, with Muslim and Christian minorities. Since the 1960s it has been one of the most popular tourist…