Tear it up in Thailand
Tropical beaches, roadside noodle joints, island-hopping... there’s a wealth of sights and attractions waiting for you in Thailand. Exotic and sultry, cultured and historic, Thailand is enticing from every angle. Famed for its beautiful beaches, full moon parties and peaceful rice paddies, Thailand is a tropical paradise. Whether you want to marvel at ancient temples or jump aboard a tuk-tuk, Thailand’s warm and welcoming culture has made it one of the most beloved destinations in Southeast Asia.
Don't forget to swap your New Zealand dollars for Thai baht before setting off – having plenty of local currency will help you get more Bangkok for your buck. Whether you want to treat yourself to luxury accommodation, stock up on souvenirs or dine out on delicious local cuisine, baht is accepted all over Thailand.
Once you’re done dreaming about all the Pad Thai you’ll get to eat, check out the rates chart to wise up on the New Zealand dollar to baht exchange rate. All you need to do is set a date range to see recent trends. You can also sign up for currency alerts - so you have more baht to barter with in beautiful Thailand.
Need help making sense of the Thai baht? We’ve got you covered. Thailand notes are available in ฿20, ฿50, ฿100, ฿500, and ฿1000 denominations, along with a few leftover ฿10 notes (these were discontinued years ago, but can still occasionally be found in circulation). Prepare to have plenty of pocket change, as Thailand coins comes in 1c, 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c, ฿1, ฿2, ฿5 and ฿10 pieces (the 1c, 5c and 10c pieces are rarely seen these days, so you probably won’t have to worry about them).