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Take it from someone who’s visited Thailand every year since 2016.
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Although I love where I live in Montana, Ive always wanted a destination wedding.
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Fortunately, Ive visited Thailandevery year for an 8-week sabbatical since 2016.
I may not have permanent resident statusyet, but I have the wholeThailand packing listdown pat.
Technically, traveling to Thailand requirestwopacking lists.
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First, you need the gear that will keep youcomfortable on the long-haul flightto and from.
Besides their passports, here are 15 items Im telling the first-timers to pack.
Plus, that way it’s possible for you to read the ingredients.
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Its perfect for Thailand, where even in the winter 85-degree Fahrenheit days arent uncommon.
Summer is even worse.
I like that this fan doubles as a flashlight and power bank.
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Topo Designs Mountain Utility Tote
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Thailand banned single-use plastic bags in 2020.
Youll still find them at grocery stores, but youll have to pay for them.
I love the cinchable collar which ensures nothing falls out.
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It also comes with a removable strap thats ideal for heavy loads.
In the States, my budget can only afford red delicious apples and bananas.
Despite weighing just 2 ounces, it can hold up to 286 pounds.
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Chensprx Water-resistant RFID-blocking Wallet
Most Thai businesses prefer cash oronlyaccept cash.
Everything is so affordable in Thailand that youll actually be able to buy things with change!
Usually, it means Im wide awake during the middle of the night.
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Ive traveled to all seven continents with this top-selling model from Epicka.
Note: while it features built-in voltage protection, its not a converter.
Its made of Lululemons buttery-soft ribbed Nulu fabric which is the trifecta: breathable, sweat-wicking, and forgiving.
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The food is just so good (and affordable).
Lucky for me and you Lululemon makes underwear that prevents swass (or sweaty ass).
The secret is the fabric: modal.
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A natural alternative to polyester, modal absorbs moisture better than cotton does and dries faster.
Yes, theyre pricey.
Liquid I.V.
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For that reason, Ill definitely be encouraging them to stay hydrated.
Plus, youll want it when you get home too as they help with jet lag.
Plus, Thai mattresses (at least in three-star hotels and below) are notoriously hard and thin.
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You never know who has used them before you and if theyve been adequately sanitized in between uses.
Yes, you might purchase a snorkeling mask in Thailand.
But unless you go to a diving store, youre probably going to end up with a leaky loo.
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For example, my family and I will be climbing Bua Thong Falls in Chiang Mai.
And some friends plan on doing the canal cruises and floating markets in Bangkok.
A few years ago, I discovered that my new friends love taking photos with me, an American.
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So, I started packing this wireless, pocket-sized photo printer.
You should see the way their eyes light up when I whip it out.
Within 30 seconds, they have a tangible reminder of our encounter.
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While there are a lot of portable printers out there, the HP Sprocket is among the most reliable.
It works with both Androids and iPhones and has more than 19,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers.
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