how about camping?

Tomorrow will be the end of our English Summer Class. I could rest...for awhile. This summer we rather have "staycation" than going home to Philippines because of financial constraints. A friend suggested on why not going on camping? It is the cheapest accommodation to be found though it's not as comfortable as staying in a hotel, resort or guest house, camping is simple, easy and gets you much closer to nature than would otherwise be possible.

The best places for camping in Thailand are in the national parks. Almost all of the 76 national parks have at least one camping site. Notable exceptions are Doi Suthep/Doi Pui in Chiang Mai, Hat Jao Mai in Trang, Nam Tok Pliew in Chanthaburi, and Thap Lan in Prachinburi, where camping is not permitted. I wonder if the authorities allow camping at Songkhla Beach? I like that place.

Some parks have tents for rent for just five to ten baht per person per night. Not bad, right? It's very convenient for us to rent rather than to bring our own because we don't have our own camping tent yet.

It's a good idea to take our own sleeping bag or mat , outdoor chairs and other basic camping gear.I think if we'll pursue the plan of camping I'll also take a torch, rain gear, insect repellent, a water container and a small medical kit for our own convenience and safety.

There's still no fixed plan about this. I'll still discuss this with my hubby.