If you are visiting Thailand on a short holiday or vacation, it is worth checking what your existing home insurance and credit card policies cover you for. It’s quite possible that some items such as personal effects may already be covered. If you have existing insurance check that it covers the suggested minimum requirements listed here.

Some credit card companies include travel insurance, but it is usually dependent on you paying for your trip with that particular credit card. These policies can vary in quality so always check carefully what you are actually covered for and consider purchasing additional cover if required.