Introduction
Lampang or Khelang Nakorn of the past has the horse carriage as its symbol having monasteries buil t in Burmese and Lanna Thai style architectures and its famous place, well know all over the world, is the Thai Elephant Conservation Center.
Occupying an area of 12,533 square kilometers, Lampang is administratively divided into 13 Amphoes (Districts) Muang, [...]
Thailand’s beloved national sport Muay Thai, is taken very seriously throughout the country and Koh Samui is no exception! Although Thai boxing is regarded as the worlds most dangerous martial art it is surprisingly graceful to watch. Chaweng stadium near the Reggae Pub is the biggest on Samui and hosts all the major fights on [...]
Koh Samui now proudly boasts its own three screen cinema in the Tesco lotus complex. Showing both Western and Thai movies, the cinema is modern and is proving a big hit with the locals. Reasonably priced and with comfortable and spacious seating, the cinema is the same as any in the west. The only notable [...]
Why not explore Samui’s beautiful scenery from a different angle? Instead of watching the Samui scenery whiz by from the back of a motorbike, slow down and really enjoy the view on horseback. Ride on Ranch offers several different guided tours around Samui’s beaches and jungles. The European standard horses are calm and well trained and all [...]
These provide a fun day of culinary tuition, and The Samui Institute of Culinary Arts (SITCA) has a choice of classes including intensive weeklong courses for the more serious student. In the classes you learn how to prepare some classic Thai dishes such as green curry, and Tom Yam, and also find out about Thai [...]
Ladyboy Cabarets might not be everyones cup of tea but for the fans among you, Chaweng Beach has plenty to choose from!
Thailand’s Katoeys or the third sex are world famous, partly because there are so many of them and also because they are so feminine.
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Located next to the Reggae Pub on Chaweng Lake, Samui Bungy Jump sells itself as “50 meters of adrenaline pumping, knee shaking, cold sweating, gut wrenching action. Thrill-seekers jump from a crane and there is also a hair-raising “Reverse Bungy” option as well as a more relaxing BBQ, full bar, swimming pool and Jacuzzi onsite, [...]
A great family option to keep the kids entertained is Crazy Golf, located behind the Islander pub in central Chaweng. It’s fun for the little ones and the big kids too. Putt up hill, through water, and through the mouth of a roaring tiger or snapping crocodile. There are refreshments available on-site. Open from 11am-12pm:08921416.
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If it is really pouring with rain, or you just fancy a western retail therapy mall-trawl, you can head for the Tesco-Lotus Superstore and shopping mall on the ring road in north Chaweng.
There you will find a cinema showing at least one English language film, a bowling alley, a food court, a great kids activity [...]
Alternatively, if you have children and fancy a bit of time to yourself, there is a creche located at the very southern end of the beach road, called The Playroom. It’s in need of a lick of paint, but the staff team is trustworthy, all experienced child minders and there are lots of toys and [...]
If you feel like working out, then two of Chaweng’s smarter resorts have well-equipped, air-conditioned gyms where you can get day-membership. At the Centara Samui Beach Resort a pass costs 275 Baht, while at the other end of the beach the Chaweng Regent also has a good gym and for 400b per day. You can [...]
Chaweng has a huge variety of restaurants. Dine literally on the beach, seated on cushions, or under a thatched roof, or in air-conditioned comfort.
From local Thai food to gourmet international your taste buds will be satisfied.
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There are also two hospitals in the area that provide international standard services. TheSamui International Hospital is located at the far northern end of the beach road and has a drop-in clinic for minor illnesses, and a good dentist: 077422272.
The Bangkok Samui Hospital is a little further from the beach on the island’s ring road and offers very [...]
On the Beach road, the streets can seem deserted during the hottest hours of the day, when the tourists are all on the beach, so most business is conducted after 5pm, when the hustle and bustle begins, with people cruising for pre-dinner drinks, souvenir shopping at the little street-side stalls, and choosing where to dine.
The [...]
The Thai market area of Laem Din is located directly behind the main tourist strip with a covered fresh produce market, as well as local cooked delicacies, and bargain clothes. These backstreets are also where many Thai people that work in Chaweng live.
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Chaweng’s development has naturally centred on the beach, the main road runs parallel to it, and the beach itself is lined with resorts and hotels along its entire length. At the northern and southern ends there is a calmer, more family orientated atmosphere, whilst around the central nightlife zone near the famous Soi Green Mango, budget [...]
Over the past twenty years, Chaweng Beach has been transformed from a near deserted tropical bay, inhabited by a handful of fishermen and visited by a few adventurous backpackers, into a vibrant, busy, cosmopolitan resort town.
This is undoubtedly the most popular tourist area on Koh Samui, and with its 5-kilometere white-sand beach, water sports, entertainment [...]
Koh Samui’s busiest and biggest town has sprung up around one of the island’s best beaches. As well as offering more accommodation options than elsewhere on the island, Chaweng is also nightlife central with bars and restaurants catering to every taste.
From beachside institutions to sophisticated cocktail bars, Chaweng’s nightlife is streets ahead of anywhere else on [...]
Located along the Andaman coast, in southern Thailand, Krabi is one of southern Thailand’s most picturesque provinces. Midway between Phuket (3 hours drive) and Samui Island (around 2 hours drive to the Samui ferry terminal) with perfect beaches and a stunning interior.
The province is famous for its great natural beauty, characterised by the limestone “karst” [...]
It’s estimated that the Krabi coastline contains over 200 limestone and jungle covered islands. Many are uninhabited outcrops rising from the sea with tiny patches of pristine white sandy beaches.
Much of Krabi’s coastline is dotted with little coves and mangroves which form a unique eco-system and serve as a natural breeding ground for diverse aquatic [...]
Bordered by Phang Nga and Suratthani provinces, the interior of Krabi province presents a landscape of weirdly shaped limestone mountains, separated by flat valley floors with rubber and oil palm plantations.
There are many unusual cave systems in the rocks resulting in large caverns and tunnels. Some of the larger caverns have been made into Buddhist [...]
Dominated by impressive cliffs overlooking a huge stretch of white sand.
Krabi’s most popular beach is also a jumping off spot for local boats to Railay, the nearby islands and neighbouring beaches.
A large selection of hotels and bungalows can be found all along the main street and beyond.
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The very essence of a tropical paradise; no roads and no hassle.
Railay’s beaches offer lazy days, adventure forays and chilled-out evenings.
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Quiet and shady. Lined with swaying casuarina trees, Noppharat is a popular weekend getaway with locals and visitors.
Great food vendors selling fried chicken, spicy salad and chilled coconut provide an instant picnic.
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Krabi’s latest beach destination, Muang Klong is the preferred location of Krabi’s five star and boutique hotels like the Sheraton Krabi Resort, and the Tubkaak Resort.
Quiet and undisturbed.
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Hundreds of offshore islands lie off Krabi’s coast, ranging from small uninhabited rocky outcrops just offshore, to the larger island groups like Ko Phi Phi and the Lanta island group.
Boats leave regularly from Krabi in high season.
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Krabi’s Marine National Park has masses of islands, some as close as 15 minutes from the beach resorts of Ao Nang and Railey.
Hire a local boat or take a snorkeling tour to Koh Poda and the odd-shaped Chicken Island.
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A landscape dotted with islands, caves, coral reefs, beaches, and rich in forest, rivers, waterfalls and hot springs gives endless possibilities..
Snorkeling, kayaking, rock climbing, elephant trekking…Or simply relax on a gorgeous beach.
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Don’t restrict yourself to one place! Go island hopping. Many of Krabi’s islands lie close to shore and are easily reached by local boat.
Islands like Koh Kai with duvet soft sand, Ko Hong and Poda Island with super snorkeling, are just a few within the marine national park.
Rent a boat or take a tour to the [...]
Discover mysterious caves and hidden lagoons from a silentkayak. Take an organised snorkeling trip to an nearby island, or charter a yacht for the day.
For a cool alternative, explore Krabi’s lush jungle interior by jeep.
Eco-tours operate daily and include activities like birdwatching, kayaking and visits to hot springs.
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