We are less than two weeks away from our exciting adventure in Chiang Mai, Thailand.  Here are some frequently asked questions:

1. “When do we leave?”

Arrive back in Macau:    Flight FD752  18 Mar  (11:50/15:25)

We will arrive back in Macau on Friday March 18 at 3:25 pm. Parents, please arrange to have you child picked up at the airport by 3:45 (allowing time for clearing immigration and picking up luggage).

3. What do we need to bring?

GRADE 8 EXPERIENCE WEEK 2016 PACKING LIST

Below is a list of items which we recommend everyone bring with them for their stay at Traidhos.
Several changes of clothes – (depending on the length of stay). It is likely on most
activities we provide that you will get dirty, wet, sweaty possibly all at the same time.

• Warm clothes – (for early mornings, camps etc) Please be aware if you are visiting us between the months December – February the temperatures can get as low as 5°C in the mornings and  evenings so more warm clothes will be needed.
• At least 1 set of long sleeve sweater or shirt and long pants (nights can be chilly, mosquito protection)
• Rain Jacket – This is essential during the rainy season between July and October, but can rain at other times of year as well.
• Light comfortable sandals or flip flops – for free time and maybe suitable for some activities
• Closed toe sports shoes – to be used for most activities
• Swimming suit
• Towel for pool use & for taking on overnight stays off campus
• Small backpack/daypack (for trekking, days out in city etc.)
• Sun cream
• Insect repellent
• Hat
• Water bottle
• Toiletries (toothbrush, soap etc.)
• Personal medication
• Small torch (flashlight)
• Spending money (for trips into the city, night bazaar, shopping mall etc.) Local food is very cheap and a meal can be bought for 40-50 baht (9-11 mop). For personal shopping at markets etc we recommend bringing around 2,000 – 3,000 baht (450-675 mop) to cover all expenses. It depends how much you love to shop!
• Book/game/playing cards etc for free time
• Camera (optional)
• Alarm clock
• Travel plug adaptor – Thailand has 220V mains supply
KAYAKING
• Water shoes or flipflops – The footware for kayaking will get wet.
• T-shirt and shorts that can and will get wet.
• Swimming suit may be worn under shorts and t-shirt.
• Glasses strap if necessary, although if possible glasses and sunglasses would be better not worn for this activity
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Change of clothes and a towel for afterwards.

MOUNTAIN BIKING
• Sport Shoes
• Light t-shirt and shorts
• Water Bottle
• Sunscreen
Do NOT bring any expensive watches or jewelry – You are responsible for looking after your own valuables.

Please note that tops that do not cover the shoulders (vests, spaghetti strap tops etc), and shorts that are very short and above knee length should not be brought to Thailand as it is disrespectful to show too much exposed flesh.