Thailand is a very beautiful destination in Asia. It is highly recommended to travel light when choosing this authentic and dynamic destination. Find out how to prepare your suitcase for Thailand and other additional information in the rest of this article.
How to pack your suitcase for Thailand?
Clothes to take
To know what type of clothes you should pack in your suitcase for Thailand, you need to find out about the climate of this destination. Thus, you will not fill your luggage with badly adapted clothes but only with useful clothes and accessories. The Thai climate is tropical in general except on the side of the Malaysian border which is in the very south. Broadly speaking, the country experiences two types of seasons:
- The rainy season which extends from May to October, this season is also called the green season
- The dry season which runs from November to April. During this period, the rains are rare and the temperatures are particularly favorable for tourism, especially from November to March (around 25°C).
Now that you know the general climate, take clothes adapted to the period of your stay. Here is a list of necessary clothes for a trip to Thailand to help you easily pack your suitcase:
- Pants and a spare
- Two shorts or two skirts (for women):avoid clothes that are too short if you don't want to be frowned upon unless you are in the resorts. Moreover, they are strictly prohibited in certain tourist sites such as museums or pagodas.
- Two long-sleeved and two short-sleeved t-shirts
- One or two tank tops
- A sweatshirt or fleece that can be worn during travel and in the evening
- A raincoat
- A shirt or two for men and a blouse for women
- A hat or cap
- A towel:Choose a microfiber one that dries quickly and takes up little space in your suitcase.
- A swimsuit and a spare, swimming shorts
- A formal outfit
- Two or three pairs of socks
- Some underwear
- A pair of tennis shoes, a pair of flip-flops or sandals
Additional accessories
You will need some useful accessories in Thailand to have a good stay. Here are some ideas of what you should have in your suitcase besides your clothes:
- A waist bag to store your money, bank cards, passport, identity card and all other paperwork
- A travel guide
- A dictionary that allows you to easily translate the local language into French or vice versa
- A flashlight for certain nighttime activities and outings
- A waterproof bag that slips easily into your suitcase to protect all your electronic devices from water or humidity
For your comfort and to stay healthy, here are some essentials to take in your suitcase for this destination. These are not at risk of being confiscated during customs inspection:
- Sunscreen:especially if you have sensitive skin and come to Thailand during the dry season when the sun is always there
- Appropriate drugs against malaria, this disease which is still very present in Thailand. You can prevent the disease by carrying mosquito repellent with you.
- Hand sanitizer and cleaning wipes
- A first-aid kit:ideal especially if you come with your children to treat minor ailments.
Items that are not recommended or prohibited
To avoid problems during your stay in Thailand and especially during your customs clearance, you must know the prohibited objects and products that you must avoid having in your luggage. Here is a list of some of them:
- Drugs and all other derivatives
- The electronic cigarette
- Counterfeit products
- Medications not requiring a prescription
- Anything related to pornography
- Anything stabbing, such as a knife
You are allowed to take in your luggage cartridges of cigarettes and alcohol, but in limited quantities :two cartons of cigarettes and two liters of alcohol maximum.
Prefer cabin baggage travel for Thailand
Take only cabin baggage
To travel light in Thailand, it is highly recommended to come only with cabin baggage . With only one piece of luggage you are more reassured since you do not risk losing it. In addition, you will attract less attention as a tourist, it is very important for your safety. A single carry-on bag promises other benefits such as not having to pay extra baggage. It is therefore an economical solution if you want to optimize your travel budget. With just one travel bag, unpacking and packing takes just minutes. Plus, you can take it anywhere without stressing yourself out or risking back pain.
Traveling in a minimalist way means taking the bare minimum and a single cabin bag can be more than enough. You have the choice between a travel bag or a wheeled suitcase in the cabin. Travel will be more convenient with a flexible model. Ask the airline beforehand about the authorized dimensions and weight of your cabin baggage, as well as the objects prohibited in the cabin. This allows you to prepare your suitcase well for your trip to Thailand.
Tips and recommendations
The following tips and recommendations can help you pack well and travel light in Thailand :
- Organize your belongings with a specially designed suitcase organizer cube
- Carry one universal adapter instead of multiple adapters, just make sure it has multiple USB inputs
- A mobile device is enough to take photos and videos instead of carrying a bulky computer. Your smartphone is enough or a tablet to immortalize the good times.
- Shopping in Thailand instead of packing lots of clothes or accessories
- If you want to buy souvenirs, ship them instead of packing your suitcase when the trip ends
- Download different apps that can make your trip to Thailand easier. Prefer the guides digital versions , it is more practical and less cumbersome than books.
