Wellness Retreats in Thailand: A Money Guide

Yoga retreats, meditation stays and spa resorts have made Thailand a wellness destination in its own right. The retreat itself is usually paid in advance, but daily life around it is not, so buy Thai baht before you go; a commission-free provider such as Travel FX makes the ordering easy.

What the package never covers

Fresh coconut water, laundry, scooter hire, village cafe lunches and tips for therapists all sit outside the package price and nearly always want cash.

Remote locations, few machines

Retreats tend to be tucked away on quiet coastlines or in the hills, where the nearest ATM may be a long songthaew ride away. A sensible float of baht removes the worry.

Arrive already sorted

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