What to Pack When Travelling to Koh Samui - Must-Pack Items for a Trip to Koh Samui

Forget stilettos and sneakers when packing for Koh Samui as the beach haven is a sandals-only kind of destination. Flip flops and sandals will not only suffice for the duration of your holiday but also suit sightseeing trips and other excursions around town so socks and covered footwear can be left at home for a getaway in paradise.

As a sunny beach hotspot, sunscreen is not an optional commodity for holidaymakers heading to Koh Samui so packing enough sunscreen is a must for those who intend to spend time outdoors or on the beach. Finding a sunscreen with the right SPF value suitable for a tropical heartland the likes of Samui might be a challenge so shop around for the perfect fit while sunscreens with moisturizing properties will also come in handy in this balmy part of Thailand.

A wide brimmed hat and a pair of sunglasses should also be part of your carry-on luggage when travelling to Koh Samui as the sun will beat down on the beach and other outdoor reaches of the resort for most of the day and protecting one's eyes and face from the heat should be a top priority for visitors hailing from colder climates.

Mosquitoes and other flying insects are also a common feature of tropical nations the likes of Thailand and islands such as Koh Samui and visitors who are allergic to mosquito bites and others should prepare for this nuisance from the get-go. Find a repellent that's easy to spray on and not harmful to one's own skin but also strong enough to deter the insects from approaching. Repellents that are effective in colder climates may not suffice so conducting some online research before purchasing a suitable bug repellent is recommended.

While toilet paper is widely available across Thailand and Koh Samui, the public restrooms in the island may not always have tissue paper on hand so carrying one's own wipes is essential, especially if one is travelling with small children. Wet wipes and face tissues with moisturizer will also come in handy during hot and humid sightseeing excursions around the island as means of staying refreshed and cool in the sun.

While packing a bathing suit when heading out to a beach hub may seem obvious most tourists make the mistake of taking only one swimsuit on the trip. The chances of that single bathing suit ripping and tearing or being rendered useless due to some other circumstance are high, especially when engaging in water sports activities and spending weeks in a beach capital. Having an alternate bathing suit to wear can not only help one stay fashionable on holiday but also void the need to wash and dry a single bathing suit at the end of each day. Those who are hoping to enjoy spa retreats and similar treatments at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort or similar resorts and Koh Samui hotels should also pack a cover up to wear over the bathing suit in casual surroundings.

This kit should not only include any prescription medication one is required to take on a daily basis but also everyday medical needs the likes of plasters and wound ointments. A few antihistamines, allergy medication and antiseptic sprays and creams will also prove useful while antacids and stomach settling over the counter medications should also be stowed away in case of indigestion or bloat that's common due to overeating on vacation.