Why Thailand should be your next family holiday!

This epic guide tells you everything that you need to know about travelling thailand: Money, visas, wifi, accommodation, food, transport, safety, healthcare, what to pack? What is Thailand like for family travel?

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MUST SEE places

Bangkok: Khaosan road for bars, clubs, night markets and ladyboys. The Grand Palace (a short walk from Khaosan road), floating market, temples, shopping

North Thailand: Highlights - Chaing Mai, Pai and Chiang Rai.
Perfect for seeing hill tribes, the long neck tribe, Jungle trekking, meeting elephants, waterfalls, sticky waterfalls, White water rafting. There are loads of small tour operators in the main towns, so it is really easy to book tours at very low prices (especially if you are willing to barter)

South Thailand:
Great beach locations Khao Phi Phi, Khao Samui, Phuket. If you want a more quiet island try Khao Lipi. Koh Rong is the BEST place to book a scuba diving course. Khao Sok national park is great for wildlife, lakes and an epic jungle stay.

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Thailand getting to grips:

Weather:
Hot Season: March - June (get out early in the morning!)
Wet Season: July - October
Cool Season: November - February

Thai Bhat 40-50THB to 1 GBP
Thailand is generally very cheap especially if you barter

Many countries get a free 30 day tourist visa on arrival. Lots of places with wifi and sim cards are cheap and readily available.
Most people speak English

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Planning a trip?

Accommodation:There is an amazing range of accommodation available at EXCELLENT prices. Your options will include resorts, bamboo rooms, hostels. Average / low prices for a basic family room with AC will be £10-15. You can find beds for £3-5 if your on a budget but may end up in a dorm for these prices.

Food: Street food cheap and amazing! Healthy, varied, fresh. Juices, coconuts, noodles.

Getting around:
Bikes, tuk tuks and taxis. Cheap, readily available and great for short journeys.
Night buses: cheap and some have beds but can be rough with a baby! NEVER leave valuables under the bus. Be careful with your belongings.
Minibuses common.
Night train (e.g. Bangkok to Chiang Mai)
Kids travel free.

Health: Check with GP. Up to date with routine jabs. Have travel insurance!

Baby change and toilets: Squat and drop in rural areas. Always take toilet roll.

Lots of 7-11 with lots of nappies, baby accessories and food. Most supplies great quality and value.

Packing: The lighter the better. Umbrella, first aid kit. Take baby version of shampoo, mozzie repellant, sun cream and then just use for whole family. Sling vs pram (less sweaty but not as maneuverable). Mozzie net very useful. LINK: The ark. Scarf or light blanket. Can be used as a baby changing matt. Handful of loose long clothing. Clothing very cheap in Cambodia. Polo neck collars for baby.

Gentle culture. Be aware of theft and scams.
Safe, family friendly travel
Culture of looking out for children and families.
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