Hua Hin beach is quite long, stretching from Hua Hin Airport in the north all the way to Khao Takiab in the south is known for its breathtaking sunrises. Being as long as it is you will always be able to find a quiet spot. You can walk almost the entire stretch apart from the middle section which is sealed off as it is the property of "Klai Klangwol" or "Far from worries" where his Majesty the King now spends most of his time.
In the centre of Hua Hin it is possible to take a pony ride, or just relax in one of the many sunchairs available for a little fee.
Should you get hungry you can grab a piece of fruit from one of the many sellers walking on the beach, or walk to one of the small food vendors located directly on the beach and order a delicious thai dish starting from 20 baht.
South of the city, close to Khao Takiab you can do water sports such as parasailing, water skiing or jet skiing. Hua Hin, and the west coast of the Gulf are further well know for windsurfing for its strong northeasterly winds.
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Bang Saphan Beach
Bang Saphan is a sleepy beach town on the Gulf of Thailand, it can be reached from Bangkok, 380km away, in approximately 5 hours by road. There are actually two Bangsaphan's; Bangsaphan Noi and Bangsaphan Yai (meaning big and small when translated from Thai). We will focus on the larger since not a lot happens in the smaller.
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Hua Hin Beach
When compared to Bangsaphan Hua Hin is a bustling metropolis. Hua Hin has hundreds of hotels, guesthouses, bars and restaurants so you're really spoilt for choice. The one thing lacking that Bangsaphan does have in its favour is a clear blue ocean.
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Khao Takiab Beach
Khao Takiab Beach are located in the Hua Hin area on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. The surrounds offer beaches, elephant rides, boat trips, offshore fishing, horse riding, cycling and nearby Golf Courses. Ideal for those seeking a beach area that is quiet and relaxing and yet just minutes from the busy center of Hua Hin. At low tide during most of the day the beach is almost 100 metres wide and is several kms long.
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Pranburi Beach
Pranburi is some 30 kilometres south of Hua Hin and a district of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province . The beach itself may not be spectacular but its peaceful environment infuses a sense of privacy and exclusivity. It was never a popular weekend destination among travelers. In the past, holidaymakers preferred to stay in Hua Hin and drive to Pranburi for a one day trip.
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Cha-Am Beach
Cha-am Beach is renowned for being the best beach in Phetchaburi. Cha-am's fame was established when it's neighbour Hua Hin became a royal resort and members of the royal family commented that Cha-am was just as beautiful. As a result, Cha-am has become a firm favourite with weekend visitors from Bangkok, and is becoming increasingly popular with international visitors keen on experiencing a genuinely Thai resort town.
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Chao Samran Beach
Haad Chao Samran is the closest beach to Phetburi and enjoys immense popularity amongst the Thais, so if you are after a quite day at the beach, weekdays are your best bet.
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Puk Tien Beach
Had Puk Tien is also long and quiet, but here you will find a plethora of accommodations and a large statue in the water commemorating Phra Apaimani.
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