Joanna James
The monsoon in Thailand isn't the worst thing in the world. Sure, it isn't the ideal time of the year for sunbathing and nature exploration, but what the downpours will gift you is a peaceful vacation, free from plague-like crowds. Stock up on these tips to win the supposedly dull rainy season.
Unlike drizzles that continue all day long, the rain in Thailand falls in bouts at different times each day. You never know when mother nature will open the rain gates of heaven. So stay geared up for downpours whenever you step out of your hotel.
Most of your belongings aren't waterproof as you are. Plastic carrier bags and rain covers can come in handy in keeping your possessions from rain. If you are hoping to carry valuables such as cameras and laptops, a waterproof bag would definitely be worth the money.
Flip-flops rule footwear in Thailand, thanks to its hot and humid climate, which remains the same even during the rainy season. However, they aren't the most sensible footwear when you factor in the higher risk of slipping. A pair of decent sandals will help your feet breathe as well as keep you up on your feet, literally.
Rental scooters are the preferred travel partner of most tourists to Thailand, owing to the independence they afford in exploration. However, it goes without saying, think twice before you hop on that scooter and ride the slippery or even flooded roads of Thailand.
Almost every visitor to Thailand looks forward to getting a dose of beauty and nature, especially if you are staying at a beach town hotel such as Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort. While frolicking on the golden-hued beaches is one of the most pleasing Ao Nang things to do, there are many entertaining indoor activities you can indulge in at this beach town and other parts of Thailand.
The rainy season is the season of the mosquitoes and they await your sweet blood in hot and humid Thailand. Make sure to pack enough mosquito repellent unless you want to spend your vacation swatting these pain-in-the-neck creatures.
Keeping an eye on local weather forecasts is a no-brainer if you are striving for a joyful vacation in the midst of Thailand's rainy season. While people continually question the accuracy of weather reports, they can certainly help you plan your schedule.
The rainy season of Thailand is the perfect time to indulge yourself in some retail therapy. The capital city of Thailand, Bangkok, alone has more than 150 shopping malls to keep yourself busy until the bout of rain ends.
While Thailand is home to a host of stunning beaches, roaring waterfalls and other lush elements of nature, the country also has a plethora of indoor tourist attractions for you to enjoy. Spend your time at these sites, treating your mind, body or soul until the weather permits you to head outside.
You can come up with a thousand different reasons to put off your wet-season trip to Thailand; instead, embrace it and look on the bright side. Keep in mind, not every day in the rainy season is a rainy day.
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