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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Friday, April 27, 2012
Suvarnabhumi Airport was awarded in 10th position for Skytrax’s World Airport Awards 2011
Suvarnabhumi International Airport was awarded in 10th position for Skytrax’s World Airport Awards 2011 (Best Airports by size of Airport - airports handling 30 to 50 million passengers annually) .
The World Airport Awards are based on 12 million survey questionnaires completed by over 100 different nationalities of airline customers during the nine month survey period in 2011/2012, covering more than 388 airports worldwide. The industry survey is totally independent and evaluates traveler experiences across 39 different airport service and product factors, from check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security and immigration through to departure at the gate.
To see the full list of winners, visit: www.worldairportawards.com
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Transportation in Bangkok
Bangkok is one of the biggest cities in the whole of Asia and is also considered as South East Asia’s leading business centers. This is a cosmopolitan city where people from all countries visit. The city is very crowded and there is plenty of traffic congestion in this city. It is therefore most of the visitors who make their plans for Thailand vacations must be aware about the public transport system. These public transport helps you reach your destination on time and are also very convenient. Apart from public transport, there are other modes of transport as well. Let us discuss them.
The arrival visitor can use Airport link service from 
the connection with Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Bangkok city center. The operating hour between 6.00 am until midnight. The service has 2 routes The express line which can reach the city center in 15-17 minutes and city Line which make 6 stops can reach in 30 minutes. Trains arrive every 15 minutes for both routes. The Airport Rail Link also connect to other public transportation in Bangkok for instance MRT underground at Makkasan City Interchange Station and the Skytrain ( BTS ) at Phayathai Station. Ticket Fares, SA Express: 150 baht flat rate and valid for 2 weeks. SA City Line: starts at 15 baht and the maximum cost is 45 baht. More information railway.co.th
the connection with Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Bangkok city center. The operating hour between 6.00 am until midnight. The service has 2 routes The express line which can reach the city center in 15-17 minutes and city Line which make 6 stops can reach in 30 minutes. Trains arrive every 15 minutes for both routes. The Airport Rail Link also connect to other public transportation in Bangkok for instance MRT underground at Makkasan City Interchange Station and the Skytrain ( BTS ) at Phayathai Station. Ticket Fares, SA Express: 150 baht flat rate and valid for 2 weeks. SA City Line: starts at 15 baht and the maximum cost is 45 baht. More information railway.co.thSky Train – Sky Trains or BTS are elevated trains and which runs on 2 lines. The routes of the Sky Train are from Bearing to MoChit and from The National Stadium to Wongwian Yai. The traveler can shift from one train to another train at the Siam Station which is also the central station. More information bts.co.th
MRT - The MRT underground service operating 18 stations through the heart of downtown Bangkok from Bangsue to Hua Lumphong railway station and connects to the Skytrain ( BTS ) at 3 stations: Silom, Sukhumvit and Chatuchak weekend market. Train will arrive between 5- 7 minutes in each station. The service between 6 AM until midnight. More information bangkokmetro.co.th
Rivers and Canals – Bangkok is popularly known as the Venice of the East mainly because the city has got plenty of canals which are used for transportation. This is a very good option to avoid all the traffic jams and at the same time, you can also see the beautiful city during your travel. The most famous canal is the San Saeb Canal. Along the Chao Phraya River, you can find boats which will take you to many different temples in Bangkok such as Wat Arun, Grand Palace Complex, Wat Pho etc.
Roads - If you are planning your visit to this beautiful city, you will find a couple of elevated highways and motorways. This method eases a lot of traffic jams on the roads. Even better, there are trains and boats to take you to your destination in case you find the congestion to be out of control. The public transport by bus is very cheap indeed and you will feel very comfortable reaching your destination on time. You can also option for Taxi to move around Bangkok. All the cars have meters and the fares starts from 35 Baht.
Railway – Local trains are not air-conditioned but the express trains which travels from Bangkok to other countries are air-conditioned. Hua Lamphong Station is the main railway station in Bangkok. The other famous station is Bang Sue Train Station, which is also the 2nd largest station in Bangkok.
Tuk Tuk – Tuk Tuk are 3 wheelers which are considered as one of the most convenient public transport system to travel within Bangkok city. Depending upon the distance, the fares are charged which begins from 30 Baht.
Air Travel – You can also find cheap Thai airlines to take you to the other provinces from Bangkok. The 2 main airports in Bangkok are Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Muang Airport
Some of the famous beaches in Thailand which you must not miss out while making a tour are Andaman beach and white sandy beach. With so many places to visit and enjoy in Bangkok and with so many different modes of transport system, it is very easy to commute in Bangkok during your short visit to this beautiful country.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Top best beaches in Asia in 2012 from TripAdvisor
Thailand beach , Koh Phi Phi Don has been announced in NO. 2 rank of the top best beaches in Asia in 2012 from TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site.
- Boracay, Philippines
- Koh Phi Phi Don, Thailand
- Koh Lanta, Thailand
- Koh Phangan, Thailand
- Koh Tao, Thailand
- Kata Beach, Thailand
- Candolim, India
- Chaweng, Thailand
- Nusa Dua, Indonesia
- Bophut, Thailand
Information TripAdvisor website
Monday, March 12, 2012
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Thursday, February 9, 2012
Phuket ( Phuket Hotels )
Remark : Phuket has various type of accommodations and below are standard price but in good location.
The Evason Phuket is a luxuary hotel offer a tropical view of Andaman sea. The hotel has Private Island , Koh Bon which has some fine snorkeling with white sandy beach for guests who seek for less crowded. The hotel has 260 guestrooms with fully room amenities, own balcony with feature of garden, sea or pool views. Satellite TV, bathrooms which separate showers and tubs. The Evason Phuket has 3 pools infinity pool, family pool and garden pool offer different feeling for all guests as well as the quality of Six Senses Spa is a recommend activity for the hotel.
Contact Address
Tel: (076) 381 010 F: (076) 289 300
Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa is a luxury beach resort. The hotel is located on the popular Patong beach. The hotel offers beautiful architecture and decoration with various types of 460 guestrooms, all furnished with contemporary Thai style architecture. In room service with outstanding of modern amenities. The private balconies in all rooms offering appreciate nature and the beauty of Phuket Island. The hotel is a good choice for perfect Thailand vacations for relaxing with variety of services, sauna, spa, massage, fitness, bowling and pool as well as international cuisine.
Contact address
Thaweewong Road, Patong District, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83150, Thailand
Tel: +66(0)76370500 Fax: +66(0)76370550, 370559
Amari Coral Beach Resort If you are looking for some private location on Patong beach, Amari Coral Beach Resort can be one of your choices to stay. It is located in the southern of Patong beach with own private beach. The hotel offer unique location with panoramic views over Patong Bay and a step of walk to all entertainments, water sport and shopping area. 197 contemporary Thai style guestrooms with private balconies well equipped inside amenities including air-condition, minibar or satellite T.V. The facilities with 2 pools, fitness center, Sauna & Spa , Tennis court , Thai or international restaurant are available.
Contact Address
Amari Coral Beach Phuket
Patong Beach, Phuket 83150
Tel. +66 (0) 7634 0106-14 Fax. +66 (0) 7634 0115
Avista Phuket Resort & Spa The hotel is located among green hill and offers the fantastic view of ocean, garden or pool. The rooms have fully amenities flat-screen television, private balcony and all in room services. The professional service and activities for all family member spa service, kid club or hiking adventure for adult are provided for the guests. Hence, Kata beach is easily reach in 3 minutes away; you can enjoy water sport activities, entertainment areas which various restaurants on this popular beach.
Contact address
Tel. +66 (0) 7634 0106-14 Fax. +66 (0) 7634 0115
E-Mail: info@avistaphuket.com
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Phuket ( Place to Visit )
Remark : Phuket consist of several beaches surrounding the Island, Below is some recommend beaches which is popular for local people, fine sandy beach and good atmosphere. Visitor can use Song-thaews ( blue bus, one way cost 20-30 baht ) service to and from Phuket Town during daytime or use tuk tuk ( better choice for close distance, rate depend on distance and should negotiate before travelling ) for transportation to each beaches.
Nai Han beach is located to the north of Leam Promthep, about 18 km from town. The beach is fine, not very long stretch but famous about soft sandy beach and borders is the most gorgeous lagoon on the island, beyond the beach is a big marsh called Nong Han. The beach is popular for sunbathing for tourist and sometime it looks lively from yachts float in the sea ahead of the shore. You can enjoy variety of water sports here, however during monsoon season May - October is not good time for swim in this beach because of strong waves.
Nai Thon beach is located 32 km to the north of Phuket town. The beach is fine white sandy beach with crystal clear water and popular for swimming, or scuba diving. If you have a chance to try deep scuba diving to explore the beautiful underwater world here, then you will know its worth to visit this beach. There is a small island called "Waeo Island” a great place for diving and snorkeling, which easily to reach with long tail boat to the island. Nai Thon beach is a quiet atmosphere but still have accommodation provide for tourist.
Surin Beach is one of beautiful beaches with fine white sand and emerald sea. The beach is located near the foothill with is steep and high. It is famous for its breathtaking sunsets on sea surface. This is famous place for local people on the weekend. The beach is quite strong wind so it is suitable for windsurfing and dangerous for swimming in raining season. There are a lot of popular accommodations around hence it is quite and romantic location for relaxing in Phuket.
Kamala Beach is located 2 km next from Surin Beach. The beach is length about 2 km and good for relaxing, you can meet some accommodations from low to higher price around here. However it has little entertainment around here and one is Phuket Fantasea which famous for daily evening shows. The show present about Thai culture in modern technology, the area is decollated in theme parks style which restaurants, souvenir shops and games rooms are available.
Kata beach is one of the most popular beaches in Phuket. The beach is located between Karon and Kata Noi beaches with beautiful curving structure and plam tree surrounding. Many tourists choose to stay here because of quieter than Patong beach and the beach has soft white sand. It quite perfect for swimming here and at the north of the beach, you can find a coral reef with many varied corals and fishes. Various types of accommodations, shopping and entertainment are provided on this famous beach.
Karon Beach is well known for the second largest beach in Phuket and locates near to the north of Kata Beach by a small hill split. The sand of Karon beach is very white and makes great feeling when you walk down. You can find some fine coral reef on the southern of the beach which stretch from Kata Beach. There are palm tree along the beach and several of accommodations, tour companies, restaurants, bars and nightlife since it is one of famous tourist beach in Thailand.
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Patong Beach is tourist center and main nightlife entertainment in Phuket province. It is most well known beach for tourists’ vacations. This beautiful famous bay has 4 km length with white san beach against the clear blue sea. It is not too high windy and low wave shallow gradually sloping down to the sea. It is an ideal for swimming and other water sport activities, banana boat, parasailing, windsurfing or jet skiing. You may see the colorful umbrellas along the beach offer service to tourist for sunbathing.
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As a center of business and entertainment in Phuket , canoeing, fishing, elephant trekking tours and island tours as well as wide rang of accommodations from budget to five star , shopping centers, department store can be found here.
Island surounding Phuket
Remark. You can buy day trip package from where you stay or contact at the pier. Some package sell in single island trip or double islands trip. The trip mostly include pick up from hotel, speed boat transfer, lunch, guide tour and insurance.
Koh PhiPhi is well known for one of the most under water world. The variety of corals, wide range of sea life , peaceful atmosphere and white sandy beach is well come for visitor around the world. PhPhi is consist of 2 islands as PhiPhi Don and PhiPhi Le, naturally is lime stone island which attract to rock climbers for breathtaking cliffs, with tall sheer walls of limestone. There are no road on the island so the transportation around can be done by boat or foot. PhiPhi don is the larger island among the two islands is one top beautiful beaches island with both shallow and deep water for diving, canoeing , and kayaking. The interesting location for excellent snorkeling is Ao Maya, the bay locate at southwest corner of the island.
More information about Koh PhiPhi Visit PhiPhi Islands.
Phi Phi Islands are located about 48 Km southeast from Phuket. There are boat service leave from Phuket, Ao Nang ( Krabi) and the Chao Far Pier in Krabi Town everyday. It take about 1.30 – 3 hr from Aonang to PhiPhi island depend on type of the boat.
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Koh Khai is a small island in Kao Yao District, Phang Nga. It's only 30 minutes away from the east coast of Phuket . This hidden gem island has beautiful scenery with clear water, which consists of 2 islands like a fried egg in the ocean. in front of the island is suitable for sunbathing with white sandy beaches and a little walk through the rocky connect to diving for snorkeling in shallow water which rich of coral reef and fishes.
Visit Koh khai
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Koh TaChai is well known for diving island. This stand alone island is located between Similand Islands National Park and Surin Islands National Park. Koh Tachai Island has long stretches of white sandy beaches, beautiful waters, rocky and a small mountain viewpoint. Nowadays, the island is well known as the best destination for snorkeling with beautiful coral and many large fish as same as Similan and Surin but it less occupied. Recommend for visitor who prefer less crowed, fresh natural resource and un spoil under water world. The tourist period is open during February to April and after that will be unoccupied.
Visit Koh TaChai
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Koh Hae or Coral Island is in the south of Phuket and nowadays become very popular from beautiful coral reef in shallow water and it is only 20 minutes with speedboat from Ao Chalong Pier. You can enjoy snorkeling or water sport activities on the island.
Visit Coral Island
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Koh Racha is consist of 2 islands, Racha Noi island is a small bay with emerald water and famous for fishing. It is not good place for swimming because of there is much rock than beach area. 10 km from Racha Noi island is Racha Yai island has fine beaches and suitable for swim, on the west coast is along stretch beach with crystal clear water and famous for tourist sunbathing. At the top hill where the end of the beach is a good viewpoint for the whole island can be seen. On the east of the island is Ao Kon Kae Bay , it is excellent diving spot, there are many types of coral reefs and coral as well as various of fish species.
Visit Koh Racha
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Other attraction in Phuket
Laem Phromthep Cape is locate at the most southern of Phuket Island, about 2 km from Rawai Beach. It is the beautiful scenery of Phuket since Phromthep is high cliff above the sea. On the right hand side of the cape will be the beautiful white sandy beach, Nai Han beach. The emerald from deep water of the sea is surround the cape and from the cliffs down to the boulders at the sea is a line of palm trees. It is one of the most visit places in Phuket since it is the best point to see beautiful Phuket’s sunset.
Visit Laem Phromthep Cape
Historical Building ( old town )The historical building has shown the boom history of Phuket during the Nineteenth Century. The narrow street is around with beautiful mansion and shops which built in Sino-Portuguese style, means the building had been influenced by Chinese architecture combine with western style. The building architecture has deep stretch to the back but very narrow face, the door made by old wooden. It has been protected to be an attraction place in Phuket. You can enjoy walking along 4.6 km of the street and see the local people life or culture.
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Visit Historical Building of Phuket
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Khao Rang is a good place for great view of Phuket town or some islands surround, locate on the northwest of Phuket. It is possible to drive the top of the hill. Most local people go to Kho rang for amazing view at day or night time and have dinner at the restaurant which provide fantastic view of Phuket town.
Visit Khoao Rang
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Sunday, February 5, 2012
Surat Thani ( Surat Thani Hotels )
Accommodation in Koh Samui
Lazy Days Samui beach Resort
438/117 Moo 1, T. Maret , Koh Samui, Suratthani 84310 Tel.: +66 77 419 904-5
The Kala Samui
Contact address
Address : 210/8 Moo 4, T.Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84310, Thailand Telephone : +66 (0)77 448 515
Rajapruek Samui Resort
95/5 Moo 2 Lipa Noi, Thong Yang Beach, Koh Samui, Suratthani 84140 THAILAND
Tel: +66 77 485780, +66 77 235140
Lamai Coconut Resort
124/4 Moo 3 Lamai Beach, Ko Samui. T: (077) 232 169 F: (077) 232 169
info@lamaicoconutresort.com
Surat Thani ( สุราษฎร์ธานี )
Surat Thani ( Place to Visit )
Lazy Days Samui beach Resort
Lazy Days Samui beach Resort is 10 km. from Koh Samui Airport and located on Lamai beach and just a few walk to Hin Ta and Hin Yai, one of the landmark in Koh Samui. The location of the resort is direct to the beachfront in quiet atmosphere. The decollations of 26 rooms are in Bungalow style and well equipped with modern amenities.
Conatct address
The Kala Samui
This small boutique resort is located in Chaweng Noi area. The resort offer rooms with private balcony with fantastic view of the gulf of Siam. The rooms include with full facilities, a DVD player, flat-screen television and mini-bar. The 26 Degrees restaurant in the hotel is well known for fusion food and guest can enjoy water sport, snorkeling, kayaking and private fishing. The hotel is about 20 minute drives from Koh Samui airport.
Address : 210/8 Moo 4, T.Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84310, Thailand Telephone : +66 (0)77 448 515
Rajapruek Samui Resort
The resort is located near Thong Yang Beach in quite location, 5 Minutes from Raja Ferry, 15 Minutes from Nathon and Seatran Ferry , 40 Minutes from Airport and 45 Minutes from Chaweng Beach. You can reach various tourist centers nearby. The resort offer many type of accommodations as standard room, Seaview suite , Beach Bungalow , Beachfront bungalow or Family suite with fully amenities and facilities. All guest room have their own garden and easily to access for swimming pool. Thai and international meals are available for guest in the hotel.
Contact address
95/5 Moo 2 Lipa Noi, Thong Yang Beach, Koh Samui, Suratthani 84140 THAILAND
Tel: +66 77 485780, +66 77 235140
Lamai Coconut Resort
The resort is located on Lamai beach and decollate in Bungalows style. The resort offers 44 luxurious rooms with fully furnished. Actually most of bungalows in resort are not on the beachfront but it is just a few step walk to the beach. However, you can add for a few baht to get the beachfront with beautiful water view and air-condition room.
Contact address
info@lamaicoconutresort.com
Surat Thani ( สุราษฎร์ธานี )
Surat Thani ( Place to Visit )
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Surat Thani ( Place to Visit )
Koh Samui is the third largest island of Thailand after Phuket and Koh Chang ( Trat province ). The island is located about 84 kilometers from Surat Thani province and is well known for the top tourist attraction in the world. Koh Samui offers plenty of attractions, the most famous and popular attraction is white sandy beaches with coconut trees along the beaches as well as other tropical plants. Each beaches on the islands have own unique and attractive for visiting as
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Chaweng beach has white sandy beach with clear water and ideal for swimming. Variety of restaurants, shops or fantastic night life are offer in this beach.
Next 10 km to the south of Chaweng beach is Lamai beach, is well known of beautiful wide curve bay with coconut tress around , the sea here is little rougher. The beach is little peace atmosphere than Chaweng beach.
If you looking for the most beautiful sunset point on the island, Taling Ngam Beach is the answer of what are you looking for with beautiful sunset behind the Ang Thong Marine National Park. It is located on the west coast of Koh Samui , the area is not crowed as other beaches on the island.
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On the north side of island is the locate of Big Buddha with its 12-meter Buddha statue , the famous landmark on Bophut Beach. The beach is has long 2 kilometre with sandy beach. The water of the bay is clear and clam make the visitor fell relaxing and enjoy the scenery of the island.
In addition, the other variety of natural resources as waterfall (Na Muang I and Na Muang II), tropical rainforest, adventure , night life entertainment and convenience for transportation from mainland are attractive and nowadays become one heavily tourist vacations destination in Thailand.
There are 2 airlines operate service route from Bangkok to Samui Island Thai airways and cheap Thai airline Bangkok airways . Traveling time is approximately 1.05-1.30 hr depend on flight.
Passenger who travels from Bangkok to Surat Thani airport can buy the ticket from reservation desk at the airport. Normally the ticket will sell inclusive both bus or van transfer and ferry or speedboat together.
- Raja ferry co, Ltd operates service from Donsak port to Koh Samui(Lipa Noi ) about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Lompraya speed Boat co, Ltd operates service from Tapi port to Samui or Phan Ngan Island. Traveling time from Tapi port to Samui Island is approximately 45 minutes.
Vister can buy the ticket from reservation desk to Koh samui at train station or Surat Thani Bus terminal
Mu Koh Ang Thong Marine National Park These beautiful group islands in Gulf of Thailand is located 25 km from the northwest of Koh Samui, consist of about 40 islands such as Koh Wua Ta Lap, Koh Mae Ko, Koh Prayat, Koh Sam Sao, Koh Nai Put and Koh Wua Te. Among each island have beautiful white sandy beaches and some islands as Koh Sam Sao has fantasist span of coral reef and a huge rock arch offer scenic fascination. The group islands are popular for beautiful scenery, lakes, cliffs, caves and variety of bird nests. The under water world with some group of rocks and coral reefs are home of marine species. Visitors can have a variety of activities such as sightseeing, fishing, diving, canoeing / Kayak. The accommodations available at the park office location on Koh Wua Ta Lap.
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Travel to Mu Koh Ang Thong Marine National Park
Visitor who wants to travel to Mu Koh Ang Thong Marine National Park can depart from Koh Samui ferry port daily at 08.30 am and spend around 2 hr on journey. On return from National park to Koh Samui is depart at 03.00 pm .
Koh Phangan is a famous island is located 30 km to the north of Koh Samui or 100 km from Surat Thani. It is top tourist destinations for tourist to visit once is you have a chance to south Thailand vacations. The atmosphere is quite and relaxation from natural resource and trees along the beach is an ideal for travelers who prefer less crowed. However, the full moon party on the island has long been known among local tourists and foreigners. The island has many tourist attractions such as Than Sadet Waterfall. The waterfall has been given name by King Chulalongkorn, Rama V and made return visit 14 times.
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Phaeng Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall consist on many tiers and always has water throughout the year. Visitor is possible walk to Dome Sila view point to enjoy scenery sunset.
Thong Sala is the largest community on the island for transport and travel. The ferry port , motorcycle rental , restaurant and accommodations are available here.
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Travel to Koh Phangan
Travel to Koh Phangan can be several routes.
Raja ferry co, Ltd operates service from Donsak port -Koh Phangan Route about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Raja ferry co, Ltd operates service from Donsak port -Koh Phangan Route about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Lompraya speed Boat co, Ltd operates service from Tapi port to Samui or Phan Ngan Island. Traveling time from Tapi port to Samui Island is approximately 45 minutes.
Information for Lompraya co, Ltd .Tel +662629 2569-70
Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan - Koh Tao is located on 45 km from north of Koh Pha ngan. This small 20 sq km island is famous for diving in the gulf of Thailand, eight kilometers of coral reefs with deep sea, crystal clear water among the scenery of mountain and coconut tree are perfect for diving lover. The island is look like half moon shape and beautiful landscape with various bays and rocky headlands around.
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It is possible for kayaking, swimming, motorcycling or climbing hills for island view. Don’t miss the chance to visit the near by island, Koh Nang Yuan which is 15 minutes away by boat, the island is a rich marine life similar to Koh Toa but also can get different felling from variety of corals as it is one of perfect spot for snorkeling around.
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Travel to Koh Tao
Travel to Koh Tao is possible to depart from Chumphon ans Surat Thani province.
Travel to Koh Tao is possible to depart from Chumphon ans Surat Thani province.
Ferry leave from Chumphon has both Express and special express service and boat speed boat speedboat from multiple providers, such as sleep.Travel time is about 1 hr. Information for Lompraya co, Ltd .Tel +662629 2569-70
Depart from Surat Thani port is possible but it take about 3 hr journey from Koh Samui. Recommend to leavet from Chumphon is better choice to visit Koh Tao.
Khao Sok National Park is cover the largest tropical rainforest in south of Thailand. The park is natural beauty of the forest and limestone mountain ranges combine with wide range water from ratchaprapa dam become the beautiful islands scenery for visitors.
The place is called. "Guilin in Thailand" from the different range of the cliff along the limestone same as Gulin in China. In the park area has waterfalls (Mae Yai and Sip Ed Chan )which can reach by car and possible to trekking to caves or creeks around. Another popular point is Khao Sok, it create the beautiful wildlife, various plant species or variety wild animal as elephants, leopards, serow, banteng and over 180 bird species are worthy to be found in the area.
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Travel to Khao Sok National Park
Travel by car from Bangkok to the southern route through by using Highway no 41 to Chaiya District through the Punpin district intersection. At Punpin district turn right to Highway no 401 ( Surat Thani- Takua pa ) drive through Bgantakun district till km no 109 and turn right. Total distance from start km no 109 to the national park office about 1.5 km.
Travel from Surat Thani or Phang Nga use Highway no 401 until intersection for national park at km no 109 and turn right and drive to the national park office about 1.5 km.
Phra Borom That Chaiya is a statue of Lord Buddha's relics which contains the Buddha Sanctuary in Thailand. The temple is one of the third important temple in south of Thailand. It consists of Phra Borom That Chaiya, Wat Phra Mahathat Nakhon Si Thammarat and Wat Khuhaphimuk of Yala. The architect is influence of Srivijaya style and remain in the best condition at the present. The temple has been assumed as built in Buddhist year 13-14, not shown in the history about builder. Along the courtyard of the chedi are several sculptures and Buddha images.
Visit Phra Borom That Chaiya
If driving from Bangkok to Chumphon along Highway no 41 passes through the Thachana district intersection until Chaiya district intersection . At Chiya district drive until Highway no 4011 for about 2 km.
Visitor by train can take bus from train sattion to Phra Borom That Chaiya for the distance of 2 km.
Visitor by bus from southern bus terminal Bangkok pass through Chumphon will via Phra Borom That Chaiya every buses.
