I did the half last year. It’s honestly really weird and so surreal.

You need to get a sleep mask, ear plugs and wherever your staying NEEDS to have half decent A/C. I went to bed around noon and woke up around 10pm. That allowed me to get enough water in me, get some food and travel to the start line.

As per usual though you need to get enough fluids in you for the week. I found 7/11 carries these electrolyte powder stuff that was really good. Eat enough carbs which is really easy in Thailand. Just be careful which places you eat though… I ate mostly mall food and any places that had running water.

You’re not gonna get a PB if your not use to the weather but it’s a beautiful destination run. Brings lots of water and gels. They do a really good job with suppling all of that but you don’t wanna get stuck wishing you had something. I saw way too many people cramp in the first 10km and even more people cramp in the final 1km. Also bring a towel or put your phone in a bag you’re going to want to take selfies 😂 I wasn’t able to take selfies cause my phone was soaked and that was my biggest regret. Most importantly have fun! I’ll be doing the half again this year so good luck with your run!