I used to just use the ATM's until i realised how much i was losing. Now i'll bring the maximum amount of cash allowed and exchange it thailand. It's the best conversion rate you'll get. I also believe Vasu money exchange is the best rate you will find. I think it's on the corner of sukhumvit soi Bangkok. Hotel room safe should be fine, but most hotels also have safety deposit boxes in reception. It requires 2 keys and you hold 1 of them. If i am running low i will buy Thai Bhat in a lump sum over the counter in a bank. (Look around for the best rate). I'll never use an ATM again.

Yes tourists can use it. This was the advertised insurance on the embassy web site when i came here. It is available for anyone.

Friend just sent me this. So it looks like even house parties are forbidden

Thanks guys. So the only declaration form is the UK declaration. That's fine I will be traveling from Sri Lanka

Thanks guys, really appreciate the advice. When i arrive in the UK i could probably use 1 week to get myself ready. So thats perfect

@David *****************

thanks. I'll probably book the quarantine for 10 days after, just to be safe.

@Jeff ********

how long did it take for the STV and the COE?