Hello All,

Our blog is up and running. Please check here daily for our experiences while we are on our trip. We are a week away from departing and are excited to get going.

Reminder: Our flight leaves Macau on Sunday March 12 at 15:55 landing in Chiang Mai at 17:55. Please have your child at the airport by 13:00. Students are allowed 1 checked bag with a weight limit of 15kg. Students will need to be in their PE uniform shirt for our travel to and from Thailand.

Our return flight is on Friday March 17 leaving Chiang Mai at 11:50 with arrival to Macau at 15:25. Please have arranged for your child to be picked up from the airport around 15:45. Your child must check in with Mr. Barks before they are allowed to leave the airport for safety.

-The Grade 8 Team

Packing List:
-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. 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.
-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
-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 footwear 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, jewelery, or electronics – You are responsible for looking after your own valuables.