I advise you to consult with your primary care provider or nearest travel vaccination clinic. If you will be getting vaccines, do not wait until the last minute. Below, I have included the CDC's recommendations for vaccinations for travel to Thailand, some of which, you may already have.

Routine vaccinations:

• Chickenpox (varicella)
• Diptheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

Covid-19

Chikungunya 

• People aged 65 years or older, especially those with underlying medical conditions, who may spend at least 2 weeks (cumulative time) in indoor or outdoor areas where mosquitoes are present in Thailand, OR
• People planning to stay in Thailand for a cumulative period of 6 months or more

Hepatitis A

• Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Thailand.
• Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
• Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

• Recommended for all travelers to Thailand.

Japanese Encephalitis Recommended for travelers who

• Are moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to live
• Spend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitis
• Frequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitis

Consider vaccination for travelers

• Spending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed nets
• Going to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be there

Not recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season. 

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Thailand take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.

Transmission Areas:

• Primarily the provinces that border Burma, Cambodia (few cases in Buri Ram Province), and Malaysia (few cases in Satun Province) Also, the provinces of Phitsanulok and Ubon Ratchathani (bordering Laos), and Surat Thani (especially in the rural forest and forest-fringe areas of these provinces)
• Rare to few cases in other parts of Thailand, including the cities of Bangkok (the capital), Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai, or on the islands of Koh Pha Ngan, Koh Samui, or Phuket
• No malaria transmission on the islands of Krabi Province (Ko Lanta, Koh Phi, Koh Yao Noi, Koh Yao Yai) or in Pattaya City

Drug resistance

• Chloroquine and mefloquine

Species

• P. vivax (80%)
• P. falciparum (<20%)
• P. knowlesi, P. malariae, and P. ovale (rare)

Recommended chemoprophylaxis

• Provinces that border Burma, Cambodia (except Buri Ram Province), and Malaysia (except Satun Province); the provinces of Phitsanulok, Ubon Ratchathani, and Surat Thani: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, tafenoquine
• All other areas with malaria transmission (including the provinces of Buri Ram and Satun): No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)

Measles

• Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
• All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are sometimes found in Thailand.

If rabies exposures occur while in Thailand, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.

Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

No, for most countries (including the USA and Canada) you will not need a visa to enter Thailand. Here are the links to the Thai Consulate and Embassy if you would like to learn more. There is a list of 31 countries that must apply for visa on arrival. You may want to check to see if your home country is on that list.

Beautiful, clean, vegetarian meals are provided buffet style. Bananas, coffee, and tea are available from 6:45 am. Brunch buffet from 10:00 am -1:30 pm (10-11:30 breakfast and 11:30-1:30 lunch) Dinner is provided from 6-8 pm. On site you will also find a juice bar serving up the most beautiful smoothies, juices, and ice cold coconuts available for purchase.

No, the resort is alcohol and smoke free.

You will fly into Koh Samui International Airport (USM). The airport is on the north side of the island. You will want to be on island by 3 pm at the latest. Hotel check-in starts at 2 pm and we will gather for our intro to the resort with their staff at 5 pm. Here is the link to Bangkok Airway’s Time Table. You will likely fly to Bangkok and then book a secondary flight to Koh Samui. Some other layovers I have seen are in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore (I love Singapore, so this could be a fun city layover if you needed and the airport is basically a huge shopping mall).

Check-in is 2 pm on March 29th and check-out is noon on April 5th.

The airport is about 40-50 minutes from the resort. The airport is on the north side of the island and our retreat is on the south side.

This retreat is for women only. If you really want to have your boyfriend or husband come along I recommend that they join you in Thailand after your retreat, so you have your retreat time dedicated to you and not meeting the needs of another human.

Yes, this is a large retreat center with simultaneous yoga and fitness retreats happening. There will be both men and women on site.

Currently, there is no fee to enter Thailand if you are traveling from a visa exempt country.

Absolutely! You will need a passport with a minimum of 6 months of validity from the last day of your Thailand trip. Check your passport’s expiration date ASAP. You don’t want to find yourself with an invalid passport at the airport because they might not let you on the plane.

You will receive a detailed packing list as we get closer to the retreat. I suggest bringing your favorite yoga and beachwear, comfortable sandals, a sun hat, sunglasses, plenty of underwear, bras, and swimwear. If you have a favorite skin care product or sunscreen bring it. If you forget something, 9 times out of 10 you’ll be able to find what you need in Thailand. Pharmacies, 7-11s, night markets, boutique shops and souvenir shops are easy to find.

Yes, a scooter is a great way to zip around the island. Koh Samui is pretty easy to navigate if you have google maps and your airpods. Make sure you wear your helmet, look out for potholes, children driving scooters (don’t ask how I know), and other tourists. Only take what you need when you head out. Make sure your “boot” is locked and have fun!

Absolutely, I teach all levels yoga classes. Each class is tailored to meet the level of the group. I offer many options to make the poses more accessible and/or challenging based on the group's needs. You'll be in good company!

Of course not! While I would love for you to participate in all the offerings, what I love more is for you to CHOOSE YOURSELF. And some days that might mean skipping yoga to go for a walk or sleep in. I'm all for that! No pressure. No guilt.