Thailand is a country of mystery that many Russians dream of visiting. It often happens that tourists plan to go on an exotic journey with their children and show them all the beauties of a foreign country. What features should be considered when planning a family vacation in Thailand with a child? Let's consider the main ones below.
Documentation
It's no secret that in order to cross the border of a foreign state, in most cases, tourists must have a visa with them - permission for this action, as well as to stay within the territorial limits of the country for a certain time.
It should be noted that in addition to the basic documents required by adults to visit the country, several papers per child will also be required. One of them is his birth certificate. In addition, in the event of a trip in the company of persons notwho are the parents of the child or his guardians, the accompanying persons must have a written permission to take the child out. Moreover, this document must be notarized. Such permission for the child to travel to Thailand is also required in case the child travels outside of Russia with one of the parents. In this case, it must be provided by the person who is the second guardian (or parent).
Climate features
When planning a holiday in Thailand with children, any parents should clearly understand that the climate of this country has certain characteristics. It should be remembered that at the height of the resort period, which lasts from November to March-April, the weather in the country is mostly sunny. Moreover, some recommendations of tourists say that the sun is somewhat insidious here: it may not be observed throughout the day, but it is good to hide behind the clouds, as a result of which people who are on the beach not under an umbrella simply burn in the evening. It should also be understood that this fact will not be useful for either an adult or a child.
Knowing the peculiarities of Thailand's climate, any caring parent, planning a vacation in this country in the company of his child, should stock up on a stroller with an awning, sunscreen, body milk, as well as a small amount of baby food that will be needed for the period acclimatization.
You also need to understand that, having arrived in Thailand, you should not immediately take the child to the beach - you need to let his body get used to the new atmosphere, which is enough for one day.
Food
Another important issue related to the flight for a short time to an exotic country is food. You need to understand that for an ordinary Russian child it may seem too exotic and a sharp transition to a new diet can adversely affect the general condition of the baby's body. That is why some time before the trip, it is best to start preparing the body for a new diet. To do this, you can include sea fish and seafood, spicy salads and exotic fruits in your usual lunch.
Besides this, you should definitely take some familiar products with you on the road. Many tourists naively believe that they can buy suitable products in Thai supermarkets. However, in reality, this is not entirely true, as many tourists from Russia have already noticed: not all products offered in stores are of good quality.
Beach vacation
As a rule, most tourists prefer to fly to Thailand with children for a beach holiday, which, according to most travelers, is organized at the highest level. Many of those families who spent holidays with children in the country in question note a number of beaches that are ideal for the stay of the youngest tourists. These include Kata, Kata Noi, Patong and, of course, the world-famous Karon. All of these holiday destinations share a number of common characteristics: soft sand, cleanliness and a gentle descent into the water.
Staying on the beaches of Thailand with children, be sure toThere are some safety precautions to keep in mind. In particular, parents should constantly monitor the presence of a hat on the child, sunglasses and sunscreen on the skin.
Many beaches in Thailand are paid, but the cost of visiting them is small - in terms of Russian currency, it is about 200 rubles per person (200 Thai baht). For the indicated price, guests of private shorelines are provided with places with sun loungers and large umbrellas.
Tours
One of the attractions of tourists who come to Thailand is visiting interesting places as part of organized excursions. Where do experienced travelers recommend going with a child?
Many tourists claim that the educational tour of Phuket will be very interesting, during which adults and children will be able to get acquainted with the peculiarities of rubber production, jewelry making and pearl mining. In addition, while relaxing in Thailand with children, you can go to the picturesque Siliman Islands, where you can swim and admire the huge stones. With a similar mission, you can also make a sightseeing trip to Roya Island.
Some tourists recommend visiting the local amusement park, which will be interesting for both the smallest and teenagers. It will also be interesting for the child to visit the elephant nursery, where for a small fee they will be allowed to ride an elephant and even take pictures with him.
Many experienced tourists leavecertain recommendations regarding the booking of tours. They note that it is advisable to purchase them not at the hotel, but at local bureaus - the prices in them are much lower. In addition, you should give preference to those tours that are conducted by Russian-speaking guides - this way the trip will be much more interesting.
Hotel selection
When planning a holiday with children in Thailand, you should definitely pay attention to what conditions the hotel chosen for accommodation offers its guests. Of course, the child will not care what rating the place for rest is - it is much more important for him to have air conditioning in the room, an individual bathroom, and a separate bed. It should be noted that it is advisable to agree on the provision of a bed for a child with the administration in advance, since the number of beds in rest areas is usually limited.
The ideal hotel option would be one that offers guests breakfast included in the room rate. As a rule, a grocery set includes a light salad, chicken eggs, sausages and a small selection of exotic fruits.
Of course, it is advisable to give preference to those hotels that are within walking distance from the coastline - traveling long distances with a child is not always convenient.
Where to go to Thailand with children?
When choosing a tour to an exotic country, you should pay special attention to the region where you plan to spend your vacation. Experienced travelers have long made a certaina list of towns and regions in the country that you can visit with a child and be satisfied. Among them are Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, Samui, Krabi and, of course, the island of Phuket, which is loved not only by children, but also by adults.
It is in all the regions listed above that there is a certain list of conditions for recreation and entertainment for kids. In addition, there is an acceptable climate here, and in almost all local hotels the rooms are equipped with everything that is necessary for the stay of the smallest tourists.
Let's consider each of the listed regions in more detail.
Phuket
Of course, first of all, you should consider the features of Phuket, which are ideal for the stay of the smallest tourists. For all those who plan to travel to Thailand with children, in the reviews left on various forums and websites, tourists recommend doing this from February to April - during this period, the climatic conditions prevailing here are most favorable.
In Phuket with a child, you can visit the best beaches of the island: Patong, Kata and Karon. In addition, any teenager will be interested in fishing in the Andaman Sea, as well as visiting a golf club. Younger children will be happy to visit the local amusement park, playgrounds, as well as children's discos and cafes.
Krabi
Krabi Island is a very peaceful place, which, according to tourists, is great for families with small children. The climatic conditions of this region are very similar to those that prevail in Phuket. On the territory of the island there are nocars, which provides some safety for children.
There are three beaches here that are distinguished by their shallow water: Hat Rai Leh, Hat Rai Leh and Hat Phra Nang. Most of the hotels are located on their territory, the conditions of which are well suited for a child staying at any age.
Older children can try their hand at rock climbing on specially equipped climbing walls. In addition, fishing is offered for this group of tourists, as well as kayaking.
Koh Samui
This picturesque island is off the east coast of Thailand. Where is the best place to relax with children in this region? First of all, you need to pay attention to the coastal part of the island, where the bulk of upscale hotels are located. They, as a rule, tripled all the conditions necessary for the recreation of children and their parents.
As for the entertainment that is available on the island, among them we should highlight a visit to the National Marine Park, as well as Na Muang Elephant Camp, which offers trips on elephants - the kids will be very interested in this activity.
As for teenagers, in addition to all of the above, they can go kayaking and diving. It should be noted that along the coast of Koh Samui there are a considerable number of picturesque underwater sites, excursions to which are very popular among tourists.
Hua Hin
Hua Hin is another region that constantlysilence reigns. Here you can have a wonderful time with your child. You can visit this region at any time of the year, however, experienced travelers still do not recommend doing this from August to October - at this time there are rare rains.
As for the beach holiday, it is also present in Hua Hin. Most travelers recommend that tourists who are traveling to Thailand with a child stay at or near the Sofitel hotel - this is where the best beach in the entire region is located.
What local activities will kids love? First of all, staying in Hua Hin with a child, you need to visit Monkey Mountain, Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, as well as caves located near the region in question.
Tourists who have vacationed in Hua Hin note that walking, delicious food and a pleasant city atmosphere are perfectly combined in this region.
Chiang Mai
And, finally, another region that is distinguished by its favorable conditions for holidays in Thailand with children of different ages. It is located in the northern part of Thailand and, as many travelers note, it combines the vibrant culture of Bangkok and the picturesque village.
As for entertainment, most of them are incredibly popular among both adults and kids. These include hiking in the hills, rafting, as well as a visit to a unique zoo. Of course, the picturesque streets of Chiang Mai make for very good walks.
Where to go with children in Thailand? To Chiang Maithere is an excellent culinary school, which will be interesting to visit for both adults and children. It is in this place that many culinary fans learn some peculiarities of cooking Asian cuisine.
Cons of holidays in Thailand with children
It's no secret that along with a lot of pluses, there can be certain minuses. Of course, they are also available in family vacations in Thailand. Let's take a look at some of them below.
The first significant disadvantage of a holiday with young tourists in such an exotic country is the duration of the flight. On average, it takes about 10 hours to transport travelers by air, which is definitely not good for a child's condition. In case of such a long journey, tourists recommend taking a laptop or children's toys with them to entertain the baby.
A significant disadvantage of holidays with children in Phuket (Thailand), as well as in all other regions of the country, is exotic animals, insects that can scare a child or even bite him - this factor should also be paid attention to.
When planning a holiday in Thailand with a child, you need to choose a hotel thoroughly. Many unscrupulous tourist operators often try to wishful thinking, which can subsequently turn into uncomfortable conditions for children's living. That is why when choosing a family tour to an exotic country, you should not chase the cheapest prices.
