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Hua Hin offers the excitement and versatility of a well balanced destination suitable for families, Nature lovers and those seeking a genuine Thai encounter. In a 7 mile stretch of white sandy beach surrounded by the incomparable beauty of a chain of jagged peaks and undulating hills, mesmerizing waterfalls with spectacular subterranean caves, sheltered by a copious rain forest... sits privileged Hua Hin. [more]

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A well kept secret among Thais, Hua Hin enjoys the luxury of many 5 star resorts and amazing spas, contiguous to the pride and joy... national parks like Kangrajarn Park and Kao Sam Roi Yot famous for its magnificent 300 mountain peaks rising from the waters of the Gulf of Siam, is in one word, the perfect vacation spot for those seeking the best of both worlds.

Originally known by fisherman as Samore Riang (Head stone), Hua Hin was for a long time the aristocracy's beach retreat , home of the King's summer palace and today warrants the respect of the kingdom as the Royal Family still spends their summers enjoying Hua Hin's soothing ocean breezes from the Gulf. Hua Hin has kept away the frantic all night action characteristic in other cities maintaining an enchanting old world charm. A nature friendly development of the beach has kept crystal clear its shallow waters, offering heart-throbbing watersports like kitesurfing and Kiteboarding. Venture and go hiking or trekking amidst incredible views of emerald forests and at the end of the day you can relax tasting the fresh catch of the day at the fishing pier or head out to town for some energetic entertainment. Hua Hin appeals to those seeking the excitement of water sports or the owe inspiring nature encounters with indigenous wildlife and birds or perhaps relax and enjoy a good golfing round.

Hua Hin has many wonderful places to visit and sights to see, like the many inviting restaurants around the old fishing pier and classic elegant Thai and international restaurants and a fun and vibrant nightlife around Naresdamri Road. Unlike other beaches in Thailand, Hua Hin has an uncluttered beach line, dressed to the north side by mountain peaks and to the south by a long curving sandy bay that ends at Khao Takiab (Chopstick Hill) offering amazing monkey encounters! Hua Hin is about 190 Km or so from Bangkok and is located in the Gulf of Thailand in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula, enjoys good weather most of the year and has several world class golf courses.

Kids will love the elephant, horse or pony rides on the beach at Khao Takiab Bay and the wonderful views from the Temple Wat Khao Lak, will give you an enhanced perspective of the lay out of the town. I will tell you all about the rides shortly.

For those who like ecotourism without the roughness of sleeping in a tent you will be pleasantly surprised with Hua Hin. Nothing feels better than a massage session with aromatherapy after a long day of hiking. The art of spa has been elevated to a science in Hua Hin's health and wellness spas; a culture that professes such admiration for the human soul has definitely rediscovered how to heal the aching human body.

Be charmed by Hua Hin and you will keep going back again and again...