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living and traveling in Thailand is still affordable but prices are rising. Tourist visas are free for 60 days, with paid options for long stays like education and digital nomad visas. Accommodation ranges from 5,000 THB/month for budget rooms to 150,000 THB for luxury villas, with islands costing more. Street food is cheap at ~150 THB per meal, while mid-range restaurants charge 300–500 THB. Groceries for two cost about 2,000 THB/week. Scooters are the main transport, from 3,000 THB/month. Extras include massages (500 THB), drinks, beauty treatments, and tours. A comfortable lifestyle costs $2,000–3,000 USD monthly.