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Numerous waterfalls at various locations in Koh Chang a blessing in disguise to elude the heat! The most popular waterfall is “Klong Plu” is situated on the west coast of the island. Purely...
Whenever visiting a country you want to be able to see everything that you can, you want to explore all that is possible. That is why there are some countries in the world, like for example Thailand, where you can...
Koh Chang is located in Trat Province, Thailand. It is situated on the Gulf of Thailand's eastern seaboard, which is almost 310 km from Bangkok and close to the border with Cambodia....
Every geographic region, especially one which is as cultured as Thailand is, has its very own culinary style and, in the case of Thailand, Thai cuisine has a significant place in history, popular culture and...
Koh Chang is the second biggest island in Thailand. The first one is Phuket. The government of Thai has recently begun advertising Koh Chang as a tourist destination for international travelers, so, go there...
It is quite understandable that for people who are working very hard deserve time to unwind and relax. And one way of making the most of their time while on vacation is to spend long hours during the night. At...
Koh Chang is definitely an incredible holiday destination for all. This is a place that allows all visiting guests to have maximum entertainment and a holiday experience of a lifetime. It is one of the best...
Are you planning to visit Koh Chang anytime soon? If so, there are important considerations that you have to keep in mind. These...
Koh-Chang as a tourist destination has a lot to offer ranging from half-deserted white beaches to abundant wildlife with an incredible selection of snakes, elephants, birds deer among others. It...
One of the most notable things of Koh Wai Island is the variety and affordability of rooms ranging from 300-850 baht a night. A person can stay in every type of rooms whether he needs a small room with a bed...
You can enjoy a good 30 day stay in Thailand without a tourist visa. You are only asked for a Thai tourist visa if you wish to prolong your stay for more than a month. When you enter Thailand your passport will have the ‘VOA’ which is visa on arrival. This VOA is free and valid for about a month if you have landed by air routes. Your free visit will be shortening to 15 days if your mode of entrance to Thailand is thorough land.
If you do not fit the above criteria and you wish to stay longer than allowed than the government of Thailand requires a tourist visa which will be granted to you by the Thai Consulate or Embassy functioning in your country. Getting a Thai visa is not much of a deal, all you have to do is give in your passports with the required authentic documents.
The time period of your single entry visa stay can be extended by consulting the Thai Embassy or the immigration officer. The process of Thai visa extension will require a fee of 1900 baht.
Incase of a double entry visa which allows 6 month stay, you will follow the same procedures that of a single entry visa and pay a similar fee of 1900 baht for extending your Thai tourist visa. Once your visa date goes beyond 90 days you will have to leave the country immediately by any transport mode of your choice.
Your passport should not be expired within a course of six months and in case you breech the terms of a tourist visa you will have to face strict criminal laws of Thailand. This breech also includes working in Thailand on a tourist visa.
Though attaining a Thai visa is simple but you should be very careful to abide by all the regulations they require from there tourists.
You can enjoy a good 30 day stay in Thailand without a tourist visa. You are only asked for a Thai tourist visa if you wish to prolong your stay for more than a month. When you enter Thailand your passport will...
For those seeking wellness & beauty treatments a whole range of Thai therapies and massage techniques in scenic, comfortable and relaxing surroundings will rejuvenate the body and the mind. Treatments are conducted by experts...
Koh Chang is one of the best travel destinations in Thailand mainly due to its wonderful outlook and the amazing attraction sites found in it. This popularity has made it the most visited island in Thailand. It...
Kohchang is the second largest island in Thailand. However, one of the reasons why you need to know more about this island is that it is...
It is never easy to travel to new destinations and really enjoy yourself. You may find it daunting and challenging to get started but your need to have a travel guide. One area that is gaining popularity...
Koh Chang is one of the best island to visit in the world. In fact, it is the second largest island in Thailand. Many may think that due...
On January 26, 2555 at the Miss Read witty parrot-Trad provincial governor has called for state agencies related to traffic management on the island. After a local newspaper headline in red that The outcry in the public sector....
What better way explore the island other than elephant trekking! Yes, you get to ride an elephant, of cause with a Mahout. As per the name “chang” it means elephant. The island is a natural...
On January 17th, 1941, the Battle of Ko Chang took place, involving France and Thailand, which the French went on to win conclusively, attacking the compact Thai assembly of watercraft with advanced...
If you have ever dreamt of living or walking inside a postcard, like one of those of some of the world's most beautiful places you see, then your dream can be made to come true, by simply visiting the Klong Plu...
Klong Son Beach is good for:
peace and quiet
sandy beach
fishing
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Klong Son beach (or Had Klong Son) is located on the north of Koh Chang. Nice bay at the very top of the island. Pure white sand stretch of beach, shaded with coconut trees. Klong Son gets very low numbers of visitors with the bulk of the backpackers and tourists alike speeding south enroute to Koh Chang's finer and more popular stretches of sand.
White Sand Beach is good for:
night live
sandy beach
variety of restaurants
shopping
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Koh Chang's most famous stretch of sand, at over 2km long there's certainly room for everyone! Lined with bungalows, food stalls and shops this is one of the best beaches in all of Thailand.
Klong Phrao Beach is good for:
tranquil surroundings
gorgeous rocky landscape
all sorts of activities
quiet and peaceful
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Situated on the somewhat less glamorous, northern side of the Koh Chang Island, Klong Prao isn’t all that much of tourist destination, especially for those who are in need of a true holiday experience of the exotic kind.
Lonely Beach is good for:
great sunset
cheap and peaceful retreat
all sorts of beach activities
perfect for family
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Also known as Kai Bae Beach, this is the spot to catch a great sunset! A few small shops and food stalls are along the beach, a good spot to chill out away from the crowds at White Sands Beach.
Bangbao Bay is good for:
fishing
seafood restaurants
shopping
nightlife
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A well-sheltered bay with a small and quiet beach. It is a fishing community where residents still live in houses built on stilts and are connected by wooden bridges. There are a growing number of tourist shops, scuba dive outlets and seafood restaurants offering a good selection of seafood.
Salak Khok Bay is good for:
pretty, unspoiled area
traditional Thai community
kayaking
quiet and peaceful
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There aren’t so much attraction in Salak Kok, but tourists can Kayak among the mangroves. Salak Kok Bay still has a fishing community that doesn’t change so much in many years, a great place to see the real traditional Thai community.
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