You visited Pattaya and instantly fell in love that you decided to get a place on the island. And after that long process, you finally got the keys to your Pattaya new condo and you couldn’t be more excited to move in. Then, it hits you. The reality of moving into a new place can be quite stressful—the packing, moving and adjusting to a new location.
But you don’t need to let anxiety get the best of you because with these tips, you’ll surely get settled into your home in paradise in no time:
Create a timeline for your move to Pattaya.
It doesn’t matter if you’re coming from another country or just another city in Thailand, creating a timeline of your move will make everything less stressful. The trick here is to give yourself enough time to do everything that needs to be done. This is why a timeline is crucial because it will guide you through decluttering, packing, settling all documents and finally moving into your new condo, all without having to rush everything. Having a timeframe for a certain activity also puts pressure on your brain to actually get things done and not procrastinate until the last minute.
Pack only what you need.
You might feel like you need to pack every single belonging you have, but you don’t really need a lot to enjoy a good life on the island. Bringing only the essentials will not only save you money on shipping and moving, but it will also make it a lot easier for you to unpack and settle in. You don’t have to deal with many boxes or the stress of not knowing where to put things. Just bring the essentials first and just have anything you need sent in once you’re all settled in your new condo.
Inspect your new condo bare first.
As much as you’re excited to start bringing your things in, it’s very important to conduct a thorough inspection of the bare unit first. This will let you see things that need repairs or improvements, take measurements for future furniture and check appliances if they’re included in the unit. Having a bare space also makes it easier to create a vision of how you’d want to furnish your place and decide what you actually need in it.
Make sure that all your utilities are ready.
You can’t move into a new condo without electricity, water or an internet connection yet. So make sure that you have all that arranged with local providers beforehand. If you’re bringing a car, this is also a good time to determine parking arrangements to avoid any hassles once you move in and not have a place to park your vehicle.
Take your time.
This may not be your usual tip, but really, just take your time and don’t stress yourself out too much. Moving can be exhausting not only because you have to unpack and furnish your space, but you also have to adjust to the new neighbourhood that you’re in. This is why having a timeline means a lot because it gives you that timeframe to get settled in without rushing. And you don’t need to have your new condo all fully furnished once you move in. You can actually benefit from starting with just the basics and slowly building your home as you see fit.
Moving to the island is definitely a great way to treat yourself to a life that’s more laidback, comfortable and enjoyable. So take it all in one day at a time. Before you know it, you’ll already feel like a true Pattaya local.
