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Have you been looking for your next holiday destination? Do you love the waters? Well then look no further than Koh Chang! An Island off eastern coast of Bangkok in ‘Trat’ province shows off the...
Kon Tiki was named after the raft used by a Norwegian explorer and a writer in his 1947 expedition across the Pacific Ocean. He travelled from South America to the Polynesian islands. “Kon...
Koh Wai Island is known as the Thailand's great hidden treasures with stunning beaches and clear water that attract millions of visitors from every part of the world every year. The most prominent,...
Thai ministry has taken a step to give better health opportunities to tourists and foreigners who visit Thailand. Mr. Pradit Sinthawanarong who is the Thai Health Minister has introduced new forms of health...
Since Koh Chang is indeed a water-locked island, there would probably only be two logical ways to get onto the island, by air or water. Getting into...
Thailand is famous for its spas, massage parlors, bars and the beautiful places to give visits to. It has a rich variable culture; depending on where one is. It is easy to stay in Thailand but not easy to get acquaintance with...
Many would view going to beautiful resorts or vacation destinations like Koh Chang or Phuket as opportunity for rest, recreation, adventure and others. These two beautiful islands of Thailand are known tourist...
Koh Chang is one of Thailand's most beautiful islands with long white sandy beaches, most half deserted. The "discovery" of the island as a tourist destination since 2000 has brought on a large amount of rapid...
People traveling to Koh Chang are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a means of transport. Money can make one decide to travel...
Sea kayak can be real fun. On a given day you will not be surprise to find how many kayaks are out on sail across the sea. It is a way to relax and enjoy the ambience and the sea at once in your...
Ban Salak Phet is the oldest community and largest bay in Koh Chang found in the southernmost part of the island. It is a wide, crescent bay with beautiful ranges of mountains at the front and back part of the area which helps in blocking strong winds and waves, making the cove an idyllic place to stay.
Long ago, Ban Salak Phetwas the busiest part of Koh Chang because of its spirited livelihood and agricultural industry. It was called the “Texus of Koh Chang” because it is a rich source of fresh water, plants and fishes for the people.
Until now, the main livelihood in the bay community is fishing, since it is ideal for breeding fish with its mountainous surroundings. Actually, you can immediately get a feel of the fishing industry once you get there, through fishing boats and vessels filled with fresh fishes and various kinds of newly catched seafood.
Farming is also a big business in Ban Salak Phet. A lot of families grow delicious fruits and vegetables in their orchards and backyards just like durian and rambutans. The products quality is very high and they export to other nearby countries like Cambodia and Vietnam.
Although Ban Salak Phet is not the vigorous village like its old days, the main attraction of the bay is its peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. It is perfect for people looking for rest and isolation from the busy noise of the city, a break that will surely be rewarding.
Because of the increasing number of tourists visiting the place every year, Ban Salak Phet has a lot of accommodations to offer to suit different tastes and needs of the tourists. It has a range of homestays (as what they call it there) to choose from.
These homestays are private houses and cottages found along the bay and on land. You can select the best one that fits your needs, whether you want to see the bay’s clear water or the primitive life of the people. The price range is very affordable too—from 500 to 2000 baht, you’ll surely get the worth of seeing the beautiful community of Ban Salak Phet.
As with activities, boating to the nearby islands of Koh Sai Khao, Koi Wah, and Koh Lao Yah is the most popular. It is also where you can see the highest hill in Koh Chang called Mt. Salak Phet and the oldest temple in Koh Chang called Wat Salak Phet, built by King Rama V during his visit in the island.
Kai Koh Chang Fishing Tours actually combine fishing with snorkeling to provide you with a really great day’s fun. Koh Chang fishing tours offers you the chance to catch the big ones like grouper, tuna and golden shaper, if you...
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Are you searching for some real fun and adventure? Well, you better book the first plane flying to Thailand, Koh Chang. This is not only an island but it is paradise. However for you to discover this you are supposed...
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When you visit Thailand, one of the must visit islands is Koh...
Public Relations Society of Hospital Trat further guidance from the meeting are summarized as follows.
To organize public transport on the island. Two rows and vans. To achieve better service and reduce complaints....
Koh Chang is the second biggest island in Thailand. In 2004, when the Tsunami devastated some portions of Thailand's West Coast, there have been an ever increasing amount of western tourists guiding for this...
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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