Introduction
Hua
Hin is a district in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province located
295 kilometers from Bangkok and 90 km from the provincial
capital. It boasts a large market, and is full of food
and souvenir shops as well as hotels. Beaches are located
in the east of the province, and the main pier is on
Highway No.4 at km232
The
beach at Hua Hin is 5 kilometers long, and full of white
sand and clear water, ideal for swimming.
Located
on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Cha-am
and Hua Hin are quiet relaxed coastal towns, perfect
for family vacations. In contrast to Pattaya, across
the Gulf, these sister resorts lack the bustle of an
international playground and instead afford a quiet
escape. Both resorts boast long uncluttered beaches,
while Hua Hin, larger than Cha-am,
has the added attraction of a traditional fishing port.
Neither
place attempts to imitate the international scene and
are content with an enduring Thai identity. Hua Hin,
incidentally, is Thailand’s oldest beach resort,
enjoying a vogue among Thai royalty and aristocracy
since the 1920s.
The
main joys of both resorts are a peaceful time lazing
on the beach soaking up the tropical sunshine, the fun
of a variety of water sports and a delight in relishing
some excellent seafood dining.
How
to get there
The journey from Bangkok
to Hua Hin can be arranged by car.
From the Thonburi-Paktho Road, past Samut Songkhram,
turn left onto Phetkasem Road toward Prachuap Khiri
Khan.
Alternatively, take the Phutthamonthon route from Bangkok
and head to Prachuap Khiri Khan via Nakhon Pathom, Ratchburi,
and Phetchaburi.
The
total distance is about 281 kilometers and takes around
4 hours.
Bus
services are available from the Southern Bus Station,
and include the Bangkok-Prachuap Khiri Khan, Bangkok
- Hua Hin, Bangkok - Pranburi and Bangkok-Bang Saphan
routes.
Train
services are also available.
Around Hua Hin itself, samlor and songtaeo taxis, or
car rentals, are available for sight-seeing.
When
to visit - Where to stay
Hua
Hin is an enjoyable holiday destination all year round,
although 1 period from November to April is marked with
high winds and big waves.
A wide range of accommodation is offered, from small
guest houses to luxurious resort. Climate & Weather.
Souvenirs
Due to its popularity as a vacation spot, Hua Hin offers
all sorts of souvenir items, from dolls, ornaments,
a decorations crafted from sea shells and coconuts,
to Kommapat woven clothe pineapple products, dried fruits,
and aloe vera.
Local
Products
In addition to plenty of dried seafood, Prachuap Khiri
Khan offers various food products made from pineapples,
coconuts, bananas and aloe vera. Typical “Khomaphat”
printed cotton is a famous souvenir available at Hua
Hin.
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