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Thailand is a gem of the orient and one of the most popular tourist destinations. The wonderful pristine beaches of Thailand coupled with its wild nightlife have captivated hearts of many westerns. Thailand symbolizes sun, sand and relentless parties for many. Alongside its rising popularity among the tourists, Thailand ahs also managed to develop significantly economically. Academics are a big market in this country and the demand of ESL teachers are significantly high. English teachers from abroad are hired on a regular basis to teach both adults and kids. The ‘Teach and Travel’ Program of American TESOL Institute helps the teachers in merging the holiday in tropical paradise and a lucrative teaching career.

Country Facts for TEFL Teachers

Thailand is a beautiful country and a major tourist destination. Its pristine beaches coupled with exciting nightlife and great tourism infrastructure has contributed towards the significant popularity of this country.

Where is Thailand?

Thailand is located by the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand and is encompassed by countries like Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia and Burma. It is one of the prominent countries in South East Asia.

Language of Thailand

Thai is the most commonly spoken language of Thailand and also the official language of this country. English is commonly used in the cities and the tourist spots of Thailand.

Thai Weather

Thailand like most tropical countries has hot summers and cold winters. The southwest Monsoon hits the country in the mid- May and it continues till September. The best months to visit Thailand are from November to March, when the weather is dry and cool.

Thai Religions

The highest percentages of people in Thailand are Buddhists. According to the 2000 census, about 5 % of the populations are Muslims in Thailand and other religions constitute about 1 % of the population.

Thai Currency

The currency of Thailand is Thai Baht. To check the current value of Baht visit www.xe.com

Airports in Thailand

There are in all seven international airports in Thailand

A tax of 500 baht in charged for International airports and the domestic airports have to give a tax of 40 baht.

Vaccines in Thailand

The infectious diseases in Thailand are mostly water and food borne. Vaccinations which are absolutely necessary for Thailand are Hepatitis B, Yellow Fever, Tetanus-diptheria, rabies, Typhoid and Japanese Encephalitis.

Thai Clothes

Bring with you light cotton clothes especially when you go to teach in Thailand in the summer months. During the winter months, warm clothes are not required, Northern part of Thailand.