How to Make Your Thailand Beach Getaway Memorable
As one of the world’s most popular beach holiday destinations Thailand welcomes countless visitors to the sunny shores of its paradise islands. Home to the iconic location in which the Hollywood blockbuster The Beach was filmed, the coastal landscapes of Thailand are pristine to say the least. Here are some tips on how to make the most of a beach holiday in the country.
1. Find the Perfect Beachside Rest
As the location in which you will be spending most of your time during the holiday, finding the perfect beachside rest is a must for all vacationers. Regardless of the location of your beach holiday it is crucial to find a property that’s located right by the beach and offer easy access to the main attraction and natural attribute in the area. From Phuket and Hua Hin to Pattaya, Koh Samui and Khon Kaen finding the right resort is a matter of doing diligent research and taking advantage of promotions and package deals. Khon Kaen hotel offers are common in properties the likes of Avani Khon Kaen Hotel & Convention Centre while seasonal discounts are also offered by other resort bases around Thailand. In addition to budgetary concerns it is also important to select an accommodation hub that’s not too crowded or congested with tourists so boutique hotels and smaller resorts are also an option.
2. Wine and Dine like a Local
One of the best aspects of a holiday in Thai beach capitals is the chance to savour Thai seafood cuisine and other delicacies. While most tourists stick to their preferred staples such as burgers and sandwiches, it is necessary to break this habit and enjoy some culinary adventures in the Thai cannon. In addition to digging into national staples the likes of Pad Thai, Fried Rice and Som Tom, travellers should hit the beachside bars to sample Thai beverages such as the country’s own range of beers and desserts. The abundance of fresh seafood in Thailand’s coastal towns also means that most of the food items served in local restaurants feature seafood.
3. Take Part in Activities
A sure-fire way to brighten up a Thai beach holiday even further is to spend as much time as possible in the water and there’s no better way to do so than by signing up for water bound activities. The pristine coral gardens and marine life heritage of the Thai islands and marine parks the likes of Angthong Marine Park means that a Thai beach holiday is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a spot of snorkelling and scuba diving. Paragliding and parasailing are equally engaging activities open to water sports lovers based in Koh Samui, Hua Hin and Phuket while those who prefer to stay closer to the shore can go hiking in the tropical jungles and mountain trails found on most Thai islands.
4. Sign Up for a Cooking Class
Thai cuisine is revered around the world for its subtle and delicious mix of flavours and those who are fortunate enough to holiday in the country can sign up for a culinary lesson in preparing Thai treats. Available through culinary schools, resorts and private cooks who have set up classes in their homes, attending a Thai cooking class is an immersive experience that includes a trip to local markets where tourists are shown how to find the best local ingredients.
5. Enjoy a Spa Day
The large number of spa resorts and private spa facilities in Thailand’s beach holiday hubs is an open invitation for tourists to indulge in a day of self-care during a getaway. Offering a plethora of healing therapies and massages, Thai spas not only specialize in local massage techniques and beauty treatments but provide holistic therapies based on Swedish, Balinese and Thai spa philosophies.
