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Chennai, Singapore, Bangkok & Koh Samui

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Trixieboo87 · 09/07/2023 08:21

Hi. We are travelling in two weeks time to the above in two weeks time and never been before
Can anyone advise on things to do with a teen please ? Im also a bit nervous about if it’s raining

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CC4712 · 17/07/2023 16:04

In terms of vaccinations- you should have gone to a travel clinic weeks ago. They will do a full risk assessment- where in the countries you are staying, what activities, accommodation type (tent/hotel), rural or urban, previous vaccinations, current health (immunocompromised), TTC in the near future (zika) etc etc. I'd book into one ASAP.

Trixieboo87 · 20/07/2023 07:25

Thankyou all so much for your recommendations which are greatly appreciated
We’re flying to Chennai next Tuesday then onto Singapore , Bangkok , and onto Koh Samui the weather isn’t looking good , any advice on what clothes to pack please !

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CC4712 · 20/07/2023 09:49

In my experience, the showers are really heavy, but it remains humid and fairly hot. Most people shelter in a shop or undercover, because sometimes, its just a passing shower and the sun comes out in 10mins or so. Sometimes its more set in, and thats when indoor pursuits are a better option. I'd pack a foldup poncho thing just in case. You will find umbrellas on sale there, so I wouldn't bother taking one with you. You'll like find ponchos too, but they are so small, they don't take up any space.

I generally take a light pashmina. Its handy on the plane if it gets cold and can be wrapped up as a temporary pillow. If you go into any temples, especially in Thailand/Bangkok (The Grande Palace), shorts on both men and women aren't acceptable. A pashmina can be wrapped around your waist and used a temporary skirt so you can enter. Shoulders should be covered too, so no vests or spaghetti straps in temples. Some are more lenient than others. A light cardigan is good for evenings, when you might be sitting outside at a restaurant or on the beach. Ideally cover your legs if you are on the beach in an evening and use mosquito repellant.

I find loose linen/cotton breaths and feels cooler in the heat. Anything that gets wet, generally dries on the back of a chair on a balcony in the sun.

Take tampons if you use them. I found them tricky to find in Thailand because most women use pads. I had an awkward hand gesturing moment with a male phamacist!

Have a fabulous time. I'm very jealous 😊
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Trixieboo87 · 20/07/2023 11:10

Thankyou so much for your reply & recommendations CC4712, it’s a bit of a shame that we booked it during the rainy season but we can’t wait for next week ☀️

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KysaJewels · 28/08/2023 07:18

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Chennai, Singapore, Bangkok & Koh Samui
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