Since Peter is still in Bangkok, my visits to him can be utterly boring if we would stay in the city forever. Pete would always arrange for a nice trip out of Bangkok secretly and surprise me later!
Bangkok's amazing geographical location allows the city folks to unwind at nearby islands and resorts - most of them only 2-3 hours away by bus!
Here are two amazing locations:
1. Koh Samet: (my pick!)
- Nice local island which is still quite "virgin" to the rape of foreigners. Though many resorts are already built, you see more locals (Bangkok folks out there for a weekend break) than anyone else. Also, they still have beach bars all along the coast where you can chill listening to the sounds
of the waves or just gazing at the moonlight! Also the island itself is has a forest reserve which
you can track around easily
Pete & I chilling by the beach at night!
2. Hua Hin:
It's funny how Scandinavian the town feels. I'd almost thought I was in DK with so many Danes, Swedes and Norwegians there. Again, Hua Hin is just a couple of hours away from Bangkok. Very much more developed compared to Koh Samet - as the government is really pushing for this destination to attract foreigners to buy homes, build their dream homes, etc. Honestly, it feels sort of like Phuket - minus the cheesy go-go bar girls or katois. The beach sucks - i mean seriously sucks! (close to PD standards if not worst) The plus point is there's so much to see, do around Hua Hin town that helps to distract the need to chill by the beach.
Anantara Resort is a must check out! Hilton Hua Hin is alright..
"Seriously, Asians shouldn't try to make Danish Pastries!!"
That building is where we stayed - mini villas, awesome!!
Bridges with little gazebos, lovely!
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