Thai cuisine is undoubtedly loved by many beyond the borders of Thailand. Thai restaurants can be found in almost every city worldwide, especially in the USA, Australia, and Great Britain. However, unbeknownst to most people, the Thai food served in restaurants outside of Thailand has often been modified to suit non-Thai taste buds, and many dishes in Thailand you may find to be extremely spicy.

If you plan to stay in Thailand for any length of time, you will find it helpful to learn to read and write Thai; however, it isn't necessary, only learning to speak basic Thai for everyday purposes will suffice.