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Khao Lak
Khao Lak is a resort town in Phang Nga province on the western Andaman Sea coastline of southern Thailand, about 100 km north of Phuket Town. When the disastrous tsunami of 2004 struck South Asia, Khao Lak was the hardest-hit area in Thailand with over 4000 fatalities. It has since made an impressive recovery despite many hardships along the way, and is once again a popular tourist destination. Khao Lak mainly caters to families and those looking for R&R - party people prefer Phuket.
Get in
By plane
The easiest way to get to Khao Lak is to fly into either Phuket (the closest alternative) or Krabi and go to Khao Lak from there. Both airports serve international as well as domestic destinations.
A taxi from Phuket airport to Khao Lak costs between 1100 and 1600 ฿. If you think this is too much and prefer to take a bus, you will have to get to the main road about 3 kilometers from the airport. Hop on a bus headed towards Takua Pa, Ranong or Surat Thani, they all stop in Khao Lak. It's about 70 kilometers from Phuket airport to Khao Lak.
By train
The nearest train station is at Surat Thani on the east coast, making this an inconvenient option.
By bus
From Bangkok, buses go to Khao Lak from the southern bus terminal (Sai Tai). The trip, which costs less than 500 ฿, takes about ten hours and runs overnight. Don't buy bus tickets from Bangkok travel agents - they will most likely make you go via Surat Thani where you have to change bus.
From the bus station in Phuket, take a bus towards Takua Pa, Ranong or Surat Thani. It will set you back about 50 ฿.
From Krabi there's a daily minibus to Khao Lak. All travel agents in Krabi sell tickets.
See
The Police Boat. A police boat, assigned to protect the princess who was in the area at the time of the tsunami, was thrown 1.3 kilometers from the shoreline, and it has been left there as a sort of memorial. It is found to the right of the main road, in the northern end of town.
Eat
Sweet Peas is located walking distance from Tony Lodge(refer below) and offers Thai and western crusine
Drink
Happy Snapper Bar, +66 76 423540. This bar along the main street offers live music and is popular among those looking for a bit of partying in this non-party destination.
Sleep
Tony Lodge, 6/27 Moo 5, Khuk Khak, Tha Kua Pa, Phang Nga, Thailand 82190 +66(0) 76 443 500Motive Cottage, 26/16 Moo 5, T. Khuk Khak, Ta Kua Pa, Phang-nga, Thailand 82190, Motive Cottage Resort is a simple but stylish boutique resort, located in the middle of Khaolak. It's location allows you to reach the beach within 10 minutes walk, get to town in just a breath-holding, or easily wander around to major tourist attractions.Le Meridien Khao Lak, 9/9 Moo 1, Tambol Kuk Kak, Amphur Takua Pa, +66 76 427500.La Flora Resort & Spa ,La Flora is a boutique resort...
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Hotels in Khao Lak
 | Ramada Resort Khao Lak  |
Score 8 from 2 reviews | | 59 Moo 5, Tumbon Kukkak, Takuapa District |  |
| A hotel fronted by pristine white sand beaches, close to fantastic outlying islands, with lush tropical foliage, comfortable contemporary hotel rooms and villas, sumptuous dining choices, rejuvenating spa treatments and more - This is the world of Ramada Resort Khao Lak.
Situated on the idyllic shores of Khao Lak in Phang-Nga, Thailand, the Ramada Resort features 84 deluxe hotel rooms, including 8 exclusive Ocean Front Villas. Only an hour away by car from Phuket International Airport, Khao Lak is renowned for its tranquil surroundings and unspoilt tropical beaches, offering the perfect ingredients for a holiday in paradise. ... more | | |
 | Khaolak Orchid Beach Resort |
Score 8.625 from 4 reviews | | 61 Moo.3, T. Khukkhak, A.Takuapa | |
| Frangrans Restaurant (07.00 - 23.00 hrs.)
Looking out onto coconut trees and front beach view, local thai dishes and international favourites is offered throughout the day.
The Pool Bar (10.00 - 18.00 hrs.)
Refreshing drinks with snack are served
The Beach Front Bar (11.00 - 21.00 hrs.)
All kind of drinks and light food are served (opening soon)
Room Service
International and Thai selection available from 10.00 - 23.00 hrs.
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| Inherited Craftsmanship Private Tour Chiang Mai |
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There's vast array of experiences awaiting for you on this private excursion with Tour East Thailand.
Of all Chiang Mai?s cultural achievements, none are more remarkable than their handicrafts. Chiang Mai is, quite simply, Thailand?s major center for quality handicrafts. The artisans produce an extraordinary range of quality products which are in variably the first choice among shoppers, silverware, lacquerware, silk and cotton products, ceramics, parasols and jewelry.
On this tour a visit is made to the San Kampaeng district, heart of the silk and cotton home industries, to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Then we continue to Bor Sarng, the umbrella village, where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand painted. Last but not least, stops are made to observe the intricacies of lacquerware, silverware, and teakwood furniture.
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5 hours |
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A varried half day tour where you will have the opportunity to see a lot of interesting aspects of Pattaya, including a local market, marine aquarium full of magnificent tropical fish, a cliff full of tame monkeys and an oyster farm. You will also have the opportunity to visit a stone village before reaching a nursery of the famous orchid farm. Here you will see many beautiful varieties of orchids, how they are grown for the local market and for exporting to other countries
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Okbor Wat
This ancient wat is made of cowdung and human hair. It is situated a stones throw from the Caspian sea and from outerspace shows the planform of Emporor HakBongPhat's right kneecap. Thoroughly recommended
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Ayutthaya City
Founded in the 14th century and sacked in the 18th, Ayutthaya City was the capital of the Siamese empire. If you are drawn to cathedrals when in Europe, you must visit Ayutthaya and wander around the beautiful ancient temples. Explore on foot or bicycle. A great day trip from Bankok (50 miles / 80 km).
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