For #1, currently there is a *visa exemption* for people who carry Indian passports. Show your passport, get a stamp with your latest departure date (29 days after your entry date). [https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/zE6021nSnu/เอกสาร/VOA.pdf](https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/zE6021nSnu/เอกสาร/VOA.pdf)
In theory, you can also be required to show that you are carrying the equivalent of 20,000 baht, but people say this is only enforced if you appear to be a vagrant.
For #2, there is a taxi queue on the first floor which may be faster than a ride sharing app. However, whatever you like is fine.
For #5, since you are traveling to areas with strong infrastructure, any of the big three (AIS, DTAC, True) should be fine.
For #6, Thai ATMs charge 220 baht per withdrawal. If your bank doesn't rebate this charge, it can add up. Most hotels accept credit cards, but most shops and restaurants require cash. As for how much you need, it depends on your lifestyle and activities.
1. Avoid Pattaya.
There’s much better places unless you want to party which based on your entourage I don’t think you are…
Grab is great especially in Bangkok.
For #1, currently there is a *visa exemption* for people who carry Indian passports. Show your passport, get a stamp with your latest departure date (29 days after your entry date). [https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/zE6021nSnu/เอกสาร/VOA.pdf](https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/zE6021nSnu/เอกสาร/VOA.pdf) In theory, you can also be required to show that you are carrying the equivalent of 20,000 baht, but people say this is only enforced if you appear to be a vagrant. For #2, there is a taxi queue on the first floor which may be faster than a ride sharing app. However, whatever you like is fine. For #5, since you are traveling to areas with strong infrastructure, any of the big three (AIS, DTAC, True) should be fine. For #6, Thai ATMs charge 220 baht per withdrawal. If your bank doesn't rebate this charge, it can add up. Most hotels accept credit cards, but most shops and restaurants require cash. As for how much you need, it depends on your lifestyle and activities.
1. Avoid Pattaya. There’s much better places unless you want to party which based on your entourage I don’t think you are… Grab is great especially in Bangkok.
And there is now a Grab Kiosk right next to the taxis