If you are planning on visiting Thailand by the end of the year, there are many steps that you can take to ensure that your trip goes well and that you come home with only treasured memories and experiences that you will remember for the rest of your life.
Here is a guide to a successful Thailand trip for those who are worried that it might not all go to plan; or those who have previously endured a trip that did not go as well as expected.
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Stay in a Resort
Staying in a resort is often your best bet when you first visit Thailand, even if you are not typically a resort person. This is especially the case if you do not travel often or are not a confident traveler.
Staying on a resort will give you a luxurious base where you can start off your day and unwind in the evening once you have returned from your adventures. It will also give you the chance to make use of facilities such as the gardens and the spa without having to go further afield to find these experiences.
Not only this, but booking a room at a resort will allow you to stay close to the main attractions in Thailand—and you might even be able to find a room that offers you a sea view for the duration of your stay. If you want to enjoy a little bit of pampering on your trip, you should consider heading to a Koh Samui resort that will allow you to come home feeling relaxed and rejuvenated from your stay.
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Take Out Travel Insurance
Before you travel anywhere, you need to take out travel insurance, and this is no less the case in Thailand. Travel insurance can cover you if you fall ill when you are abroad, or if your flight gets canceled. It can also cover lost luggage and other emergencies that may happen suddenly and without any preparation.
You might need to take out extra insurance if you are going to be participating in a risky activity, such as an extreme sport, though; so when you are planning on taking out travel insurance, it is important that you do not purchase the first option that you come across and that you check what this policy covers, as well as identify any exemptions.
You might also want to check the policy’s stance on COVID-19 and whether you are covered if you have certain pre-existing health conditions. If you are budget-conscious, you should consider using an insurance comparison website so that you can see the terms of each policy on a single page.
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Be Wary of Food Poisoning
Food poisoning can ruin your vacation and leave you spending the entirety of your trip stumbling between your bed and the bathroom. To make sure that you stay health while you are away, you should be wary of consuming any street food; and you should always check for signs that your food might not have been cooked properly, such as pink meat.
You should also wash your hands before you decide to eat, and you should avoid drinking tap water (or eating food that has come into contact with tap water, such as salads). If you do fall ill while you are away, you should consider taking medication that you have brought from home (such as anti-nausea tablets) and drinking a lot of water.
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Know What to Wear
It is also important that you know what to wear when you are visiting Thailand. This is especially the case if you will be visiting temples and religious sites. For instance, you might want to stay away from revealing clothing and opt for more modest options. However, whatever you wear, you should pick clothing that is made of lightweight and breathable materials as Thailand is constantly hot and humid, and you might find that the temperature is still too warm for you even in the rainier, cooler seasons.
It is important that you pair this clothing with a sun hat and shades that can protect you from UV rays, and you might also want to pack insect repellent to keep away mosquitoes and other biting insects that can cause you misery during your trip.