Ao Nang, Krabi
At Ao Nang, Krabi, let peace reign. Relax in a hammock under the coconut trees and listen to the gentle sounds of seabirds as they soar in the sky. Ao Nang is a large bay with scenic beaches, preserved mangrove forests, and semi-sub-merged caves. Many of the beaches here, such as East Rai Le, West Rai Le and Phra Nang Cave, have magnificent backdrops due to the lime-stone ranges.
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Cha-am and Hua Hin
Heading south from Bangkok, the famous resort towns of Cha-am and Hua Hin, on the Gulf of Thailand coast, provide a number of accommodation and recreation options. Their long beaches and promenades offer visitors choices of riding ponies and horses on the sand, bicycle riding, go-karting, and the thrills and adventures of banana boats, parasailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing.
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Hat Chaweng, Koh Samui
Hat Chaweng, situated on the east coast of Ko Samui, never sleeps. It has a long, gorgeous beach with soft sands lapped by crystal clear waters. During the day, tourists have the options of sunbathing or participating in the range of beach and water activities on offer. At night, it’s time to explore the bars and theme pubs and to show off your expertise on the dance floors to the latest rhythms and beats of the music.
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Hat Patong, Phuket
Hat Patong is one of the liveliest beaches along the Andaman coastline. Visitors can enjoy browsing at modern shopping arcades and tradiional street markets that display a variety of goods and services. After a long day, visitors can choose from a host of restaurants that are ready to serve from extensive menus offering local dishes, fresh seafood, and international cuisine. Just select one that fits your mood and budget.
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Hat Rin, Koh Pha-ngan
Hat Rin on Koh Pha-ngan is well-known for its full moon parties. People come from around the world to enjoy the monthly celebrations involving superb light and sound shows, dancing, fireworks, and the endless choices of foods and drinks.
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Khao Lak, Phang-nga
At Khao Lak, Phang-nga province, visitors can experience cool tropical forests, picturesque beachfront lodgings, and expansive white, sandy beaches lined with dense coconut palms. You can laze and sunbathe comfortably at your leisure and think only of the movement of the trees in the breeze and the relentless sounds of the small waves on the sand.
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Koh Chang
Contrasting with a rugged forested interior is a coastline characterised by small bays and exceptionally fine beaches, the best spots being on the western side of the island, notably, from north to south, at Ao Khlong Son, Hat Sai Khao, Hat Khlong Phrao and Hat Kai Bae. Close by each of these beaches are small villages where the inhabitants support themselves mainly by fishing, harvesting coconuts and cultivating fruit orchards.
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MuKoh Lanta Marine National Park
Koh Lanta is another of Krabi's island destinations that is rapidly gaining in popularity. In a group of 52 islands, mostly small and uninhabited, the scenery is characterised by white sandy beaches, coral reefs, stretches of mangrove forest and inland areas of hills and forest. Koh Lanta is among the renowned destinations for tourists seeking a holiday away from home.
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Koh Ngai, Trang Province
Another gem for those who adore tranquility is Koh Ngai in Trang province. In this ideal natural sanctuary, you can enjoy the panorama, listen to the rhythm of the ocean, and let your mind drift away with the tide. With magnificent and striking views, visitors can stroll along the beach forgetting all about time, and enjoy the spectacular sunrises and alluring sunsets of the island.
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Koh Samet, Rayong Province
Koh Samet is far less developed than its popularity might suggest and remains a picturesque island with many attractive coves, bays and some excellent beaches, perhaps the most stunning being Hat Sai Kaeo. Accommodation is mostly bungalow style, concentrated mainly on the northern and eastern sides, while the scene becomes quieter and more remote towards the southern tip.
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Koh Tao
Koh Tao is best known as a scuba diving destination. With exceptional underwater visibility, rich marine life and a variety of sites for all levels of proficiency, it offers some of the finest offshore diving in the whole of Thailand. Another excellent dive site is the pretty little island of Koh Nang Yuan, which lies just off the northwest coast of Koh Tao. A dive resort on the island provides good facilities for such a small island hideaway.
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Mukoh Similan Marine National Park
A group of nine islands set in the Andaman Sea northwest of Phuket, the Similans are renowned for their beauty, both on land and in the surrounding underwater world. Distinctive in their smooth granite rock formations, the islands are studded with inviting sandy beaches; otherwise, there is little to explore on land and the destination is most popular with scuba enthusiasts, the waters here boasting some of the world's best dive sites.
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Pattaya
Pattaya is a paradise that is nestled along a scenic bay offering diving, swimming, para-sailing, and flying gliders and ultra-lights. Pattaya has all types of accommodation, from the most luxurious resorts to basic guesthouses. You can rent cars, jeeps, scooters, and the full range of motorcycles – whatever is your preference. After sunset, simply relax in a bar, watch a show, or dance the night away.
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Phi Phi Islands
You will be immersed in peace, tranquility and privacy at Phi Phi Islands in Krabi province. This area is renowned for its long, white, sandy beaches embraced by clear, blue seas and its dramatic limestone cliffs rising spectacularly out of the water. Two islands, Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le, are natural reserves free of any construction.
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Prachuap Khiri Khan
In the province of Prachuap Khiri Khan, halfway down the narrow peninsula extending southwards, there is a peaceful environment at Pran Buri Beach that gives a sense of privacy and exclusivity. It is a place to getaway from the hustle and bustle of life and just relax in style. There are a number of resorts but the beach still preserves its tranquility.
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Trang
South of Krabi, Trang is poised to establish itself on the international travel map.As yet little developed, although international-standard hotels are opening up, Trang has both mainland beaches and a whole string of offshore islands just waiting to be discovered. Cruising the coastal waters, visiting such notable sights as the enchanting Emerald Cave, accessible only by water, is a major attraction.
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