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Light back pack to keep water, camera, etc. with you, and to stow-away your prized acquired possessions from shopping!
Sandals, but also a good pair of walking shoes are highly recommended, no matter if you're "trekking" from shop to shop, or if you're planning to travel to the centre of the island.
For clothes: the lighter and thinner, the better!
In this tropical climate, anything heavier than a silk scarf clings to you in a very unattractive way - so go airy, light and baggy!
Mosquito repellant is an absolute necessity when visiting any part of Thailand.
In general, the further inland you travel, the worse it gets. This may not be a malaria-hotspot, but being munched on continously during your holiday isn't pleasant.
Mosquitos are most "blood-thirsty" during dusk - so cover youself in spray, cream, gel, whatever you have! Oh, and keep a fan, etc. nearby: when the air is moving, they can't land on you easily.
I know that most hats may make you look dorky, but I found mine essential to protect my face from getting fried in the sun! Even on a cloudy day, the sun on Samui has the power to burn you - so put on a hat!
Waterproof sunlotion or oil: even if your not a huge fan of the aquatic activities, you'll be sweating a lot - so waterproof sun protection is vital to have for our pale little bodies ;-)
--> Bring some cat/dog toys, old towels, flea collars, shampoos, Frontline drops, etc. for the dogs & cats at the Samuidog Rescue centre. Leave a Comment
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 BAD SUNBURN-Koh Samui. by mamasan69
Sunscreen is a must and if you burn like I do, the stronger the better. Good quality sandles are also important, especially if you plan to do any hiking or walking around. As you can see from my picture, I failed to buy strong enough sunscreen. After 3 days in Samui I was sunburned so bad that my one eye swelled shut.
I brought along a cheap medkit which turned out to be quite handy, even though it wasn't always used for medical purposes.
I brought my digital camera and it seemed to hold up to the stress quite well, considering it went everywhere with me.
Sunglasses would be a good choice when on the beach. I only managed to lose mine twice in a month, but they can be bought almost anywhere along the main street or the beach.
Some sort of insect repellant is also a good idea. Even though the insects were not that bad, people with certain allergies should keep this in mind. Leave a Comment
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 Be careful with the hot sun in
Samui by tere1
Flip flops and sandals are the best as it's hot there!
Suncreen, with a high protector factor ( the sun burns) , and the usual painkillers, immodium, in case you might need it. Leave a Comment
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Just bring the standard suitcase if you over shop you can buy reasonably priced bags for the trip home.
For Samui I recommend you pack light (depending on your budget ) because there is so much reasonably priced clothing on offer , that you can easily find yourself looking like a pack mule trying to catch your transport home , or in extreme cases getting slugged for excess baggage
I have found that sunscreen , mosquito repellant is dearer than I can buy it for at home so I make sure I bring enough with me.
There are no shortage of places to have your pics developed or internet cafes to upload to your p.c Leave a Comment
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 by davidsummers
Buy all your t-shirts in Bangkok or Koh Samui. Guys - dont take any t-shirts with you. Just buy what you want out there because its so cheap. I also bought a pair of Deisel trainers for £5. Bargain!!!!!
DO NOT forget your mossie spray. Just a quick tip. Try to buy the pump action spray as opposed to the aerosol because the latter seems to go everywhere in the room and not on your skin. Dont get bitten. I didnt but my wife did and it looked painful.
Memory card for your Digital Camera. You dont need a massive memory card. All you need to do when the memory is full is find an internet shop who will download your pictures onto a CD Rom. This will cost you 200 baht. Clear your memory card and start snapping again. Leave a Comment
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 by meltyan
I was wearing like a typical tourist look as much as i can with t-shirt, pants, flip-flop, AND tie your camera around your wrist or hang around your neck. and shades
mosquito repellent definitely..
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Mosquito Repellent to prevent bites. Jungle formula tropical strength seemed very effective for me when I was out their. When mine ran out and I used one I bought locally not only did I appear allergic to it and come out in a rash but also got bitten, so take plenty with you. Mosquito repellents that contain Deet seem the most effective.
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 Before Storm by Sajt
I heard before I need a lots of stuff with me,(Like toiletpaper) but when I was there I saw you can buy everything in the shops. You don't have to worry about.
Be sure you have sunblock enough and you bring this staff with you. Thai sunblock are not so good. The other thing is something against the moskitos.
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Do not forget the mosquito and fly repellant. They are everywhere. My cousin told me about a guy she knew who got one in his eye and he had to go to hospital!!
Also, if you are are fair skinned, blue eyed and freckley and burn easily, don't forget your sun cream! Leave a Comment
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In Koh Samui you could find easily medical care and supplies. Just head for a hospital (I used a hospital which is situated near Amari Palm Reef Hotel) and ask advise or go straight to the pharmacy store. Leave a Comment
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