you can apply online. and than send passport to them by post if the embassy is not in your town. its very easy and very quick. we applied in Ireland last year
apply in thai embassy for 60 days tourist visa. u can extend that one another 30 days if u wish to stay longer. it comes out cheaper. its around 35€ and if u get 30days free and than extend another 30 days u need to pay 1900baht what comes up to be 50€