Plan a 2-Week Family Trip to Thailand

Focus on a 'Bangkok-Chiang Mai-Island' loop to minimize travel fatigue for children while covering major cultural and beach sites. Book domestic flights between these hubs to save 10+ hours of transit time compared to buses or trains.

1. Build your route. Limit your itinerary to three main regions. Spend 3 days in Bangkok for culture, 4 days in Chiang Mai for wildlife and mountains, and 6 days on a southern island like Koh Samui or Phuket for beach time.
2. Book internal flights early. Use AirAsia or Bangkok Airways to hop between regions. Booking 3 months in advance usually keeps internal flight costs under $80 per person.
3. Secure family-friendly logistics. Request baby cots or extra beds in advance. Book private airport transfers via apps like Grab; it is safer and easier with luggage and tired kids than negotiating taxis on the street.
4. Coordinate your health precautions. Visit a travel clinic 6 weeks before departure for standard vaccinations. Carry a basic medical kit including rehydration salts, children’s paracetamol, and high-SPF sunscreen.

Is it safe to drink the tap water?

No. Always use bottled or filtered water, even for brushing teeth if your children have sensitive stomachs.

How do we get around cities?

Download the Grab app. It is the Southeast Asian equivalent of Uber and eliminates the need to haggle over prices.