Attractions
February 20, 2009 by admin
Chumphon’s Attractions
Thung Wua Laen Beach
A popular tourist attraction, Thung Wua Laen beach can become crowded with local people who go there at holiday times. A long, wide stretch of sand, the beach is ideal for swimming and water sports. Outside of holiday periods, the beach is generally quiet although it is visited more than neighboring [...]
Phuket FantaSea
February 19, 2009 by admin
Phuket FantaSea
Phuket FantaSea is arguably the biggest entertainment complex in Phuket. Aimed to highlight Thailand’s history and culture, it conjures up spectacular shows that reflect many aspects of both modern and ancient Thailand.
Phuket FantaSea offers nighttime entertainment on the tropical resort island of Phuket. Built at the cost of over 3,500 million baht (approx 78 [...]
Phi Phi Island
February 19, 2009 by admin
Phi Phi Island
Regarded by travelers as one of the world’s most beautiful tropical islands, Phi Phi Islands is the most desired place of visit, besides Phuket, in the southwestern coast of Thailand. The islands have long been famous for their exotic appearance and gorgeous fine sandy bays.
The islands are part of a National Marine Park [...]
Koh Tao
February 19, 2009 by admin
Koh Tao
Koh Tao or the Turtle Island when translated in Thai boasts the best diving spot in the Gulf of Thailand. Located northwest of Koh Pha Ngan, it has unspoiled coral reefs and a wealth of marine life that attract thousands of divers from around the world.
Located around 120 kilometers from the Surat Thani province, [...]
Koh Samui
February 19, 2009 by admin
Koh Samui
One of Thailand’s favorite island destinations, Koh Samui is renowned for its beautiful stretches of white sandy beaches flanked by towering coconut trees.
A beautiful island in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui has large green coconut plantations. It was once a haven of backpackers welcoming a flock of young adventurers who like to explore [...]
Southern beaches of Koh Tao
February 19, 2009 by admin
Southern beaches of Koh Tao
Southern Beaches
The southern coast of Koh Tao is made up of two large bays, Ao Chaloak Ban Kao and Ao Tian Oak, which are separated by a long peninsular. A paved road from Had Mae Had, the island’s gateway on the west coast, makes it possible to get to the southern [...]
Beaches on Koh Tao
February 19, 2009 by admin
Beaches on Koh Tao
Western Beaches
Koh Tao’s west coast is the focal point for transportation, the site of the main port of Had Mae Had, and where to find accommodation, restaurants, shops, bars, access to the Internet, and road links to all other parts of the island. This is the jumping-off point to visit all [...]
Koh Tao
February 19, 2009 by admin
Koh Tao(Tao Island)
With mountains and rocky cliffs accounting for 70% of its land area, the island has eight kilometers of coral reefs around its coast. The island’s half-moon-shaped western coast is where most of the beaches are found.
Dotted in and around Koh Tao’s 11 bays and 10 rocky headlands are many, picturesque beaches: some long [...]
Beaches in Samui
February 19, 2009 by admin
Beaches in Samui
Chaweng Beach: the longest and most beautiful beach
Of all of Koh Samui’s beaches, Chaweng Beach gets top votes among tourists for its length and beauty, with many places to swim, sunbathe and enjoy various water sports, or stop by the shopping markets, bars and restaurants.
Situated on the island’s east coast, Chaweng Beach [...]
Koh Samui
February 19, 2009 by admin
Koh Samui (Samui Island)
Despite its popularity, Koh Samui remains one of the country’s most beautiful island destinations.
Popular Resort Areas
Originally settled by Hainanese from China in the mid-19th century, well-developed Koh Samui has a rather different culture to other parts of Thailand. The descendants of those pioneers now live mainly in the villages, as outsiders populate [...]