Cruise Calls in Thailand: Baht for a Day Ashore

Cruise itineraries around Southeast Asia often call at Phuket or Laem Chabang for Bangkok, giving passengers a single precious day ashore. Make it count by planning cash in advance: buy Thai baht before the cruise through a commission-free provider such as Travel FX.

One day, all cash

Shore days move fast: tuk-tuks, market souvenirs, street lunches and temple donations, none of which suit a card. Ship excursions are prepaid, but independent exploring runs on notes.

Skip the port desk

Exchange rates in and around cruise ports are rarely generous, and queuing eats into your day. Carrying baht from home means walking straight off the gangway.

Ready before you sail

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