The Southern Beaches Travel Guide
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In the miles of sandy beaches in Southern Thailand, there is pretty much something for everyone, from secluded spots in the marine National Parks to loud and gaudy resort towns, where the bar scene is a bigger draw than the beach. Thailand has two shores: the eastern shore faces the Gulf of Thailand—also sometimes referred to as the Gulf of Siam—and includes the well-known destinations of Pattaya, Koh Chang, and Koh Samui, among others; the western shore fronts the Andaman Sea, where you'll find the islands of Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and various marine parks.
The Southern Beaches Hotels
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
The Southern Beaches Restaurants
Get ready for the south's distinctive flavors. Turmeric, peanuts, and coconut milk are a few ingredients that play larger roles here than they do in the...read more
Things To Do in The Southern Beaches
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Southern Beaches
- $1255 & up -- Flights to Bangkok on Sale (R/T incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- $2189 -- Dubai & Bangkok: incl. Air & Hotel Stays, $300 Off Friendly Planet Travel
- Intriguing Indochina (18-Day) IExplore
- $3600+: Fly R/T Business Class to Bangkok w/Extras — $3600+ Fare Buzz
The Southern Beaches Experiences
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Sunsets at Railay Beach: The sunsets here are unbeatable, however you choose to view them: floating in a kayak, strolling along the sand, or lounging... Read more
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Decades of visitors scuba-diving in Thailand's islands and reefs has had far greater negative effects on marine life than the 2004 tsunami. Considering... Read more
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Just inside Khao Pra Taew National Park, between a jungled hillside and a gurgling stream, dozens of gibbons swing from branch to branch, filling... Read more
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Phuket's most important festival is its annual Vegetarian Festival, held in late September or early October. Though no one knows the precise... Read more
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The waves from the 2004 tsunami were cataclysmic, but to a far greater extent on land than underwater. Shallow reefs were upturned and countless... Read more
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On the eastern end of Loh Dalam Beach is the Phi Phi Tsunami Memorial Park, a tiny garden with a small plaque listing some of the names of those... Read more
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I recently stayed at the MO Bangkok--this is truly one of the BEST hotels I've ever stayed at. Read more
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We have just completed a fantastic 4 day stay at the relatively new Novotel Platinum.
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I mentioned this in another thread, but since there was a lot of interest in Suan Lum night bazaar, I thought I'd make a separate post about the place so everyone would know about it, since it appears to Read more
