Street shopping, vendors and local markets accept cash. Restaurants, hotels and cafes accept both Visa and MasterCard. However, it is recommended to keep more cash handy regardless of carrying a credit card or not.

It is not mandatory to have a Visa beforehand for Indian citizens. One can get a Visa on arrival at the airports. VIP lines charge TBH 200 per person otherwise Visa on arrival is free. At the airport, one has to fill out the Visa form and stick a 40mm x 60mm photograph and then proceed to the queue. Getting a Visa on arrival might take a while so stay patient.

Yes vegetarian options and eateries are available in Thailand. Some Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya streets are dominated by Indian restaurants so do your research before you hit-up your destination. Use the word "mang sa wirat" which is the loose translation of vegetarian in case the restaurant does not understand English. "Jay" translates to being vegan.

One needs a minimum of TBH 800-1000 per day which includes staying, eating and other essentials which are relatively cheaper than other countries.

April and May are the hottest months of the year in Thailand. The most pleasant time of the year on the west coast of Thailand is from November until March. The monsoon starts to kick in from May to Mid-October on the west coast. The climate in these regions varies significantly throughout the year. December onwards until March would provide the ideal conditions for tourists hence making it the best time to visit the Gulf of Thailand.