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If you are eyeing to take a retreat from the citys bustle with a limit of
time, Hua Hin seems to be the ideal place. Lying just three-hour-drive from
Bangkok, Hua Hin offers you the soothing atmosphere with its modestly beautiful
beaches and other interesting attractions.
Hua Hin developed as Thailands original beach resort shortly after WW I at
the same time of the construction of the Southern Railway and the new summer
palace of King Prajadhipok (King Rama VII) called Klai Kangwon Palace. At
that time Hua Hin was the favorite place for holiday among the Royal family and
the elites. The first hotel, Railway Hotel was then constructed in order to
welcome the King and his entourage. Soon afterwards, bungalows were built along
the beach, bringing Hua Hin to its great popularity as a resort town during
those times. Even today, despite changes, Hua Hin is still a wonderful choice
for a shortly relaxing and quiet stay near Bangkok, alternative to Pattaya which
is more crowded.
Hua Hin is one of seven districts of Prachuab Khiri Khan Province, located
about 92 kilometers north of Prachuab Khiri Khan downtown and approximately 200
kilometers south of Bangkok. Hua Hin sprawls on the total area of approximately
911 square kilometers.
Hua Hin possesses a tropical climate with high humidity. There are three
seasons: hot season (March to May); rainy season (June-October), and cool season
(November-February).
Festivals & Events
Hua Hins most famous and biggest event is elephant polo. Held at the
Pradiphat Pine Forest at Suan Son south of Hua Hin, the tournament attracts many
teams from all around the world.
Other popular festivals include Jazz Festival, a venue of jazz
musicians of both local and overseas. Jazz music performances are featured at
various venues around Hua Hin. Hua Hin/Cha-am Golf Festival also attracts
golf players and enthusiasts as many Hua Hins golf courses are ranked as the
world-standard.
Entertainment & Eating out
Although Hua Hin is not the place of real gourmet with a limit of
upscale-restaurants, it still provides a relatively fine various cuisines both
local and international around town; Thai, Italian, Indian, French, American
and more are of your choices. The excellent cuisines are often found in the
up-scale hotels.
The most well-known eating outlets are the series of sea food pier eateries
which may not offer the exceptional food but the distinctively lively
atmosphere. The area where you can find the cheap local foods is at the
Satukarn Square near the railway station teeming with food stalls which again
mostly feature sea food menus. The nearby night market is convenient for
shoppers.
Spa and Thai Massage
Spa and Thai massage increasingly became very popular activities for tourists.
In Hua Hin, there are many outlets to receive such service. Spa is almost
universally available in hotels and resorts. Thai massage service can be
easily found in shops or even on the beach. Chiva Som is one of the
internationally well-known resorts with a wide variety of treatments.
Golfing
Hua Hin is regarded as the golf capital of Thailand as it is the site of
Thailands first golf course, Royal Hua Hin Golf course behind the railway
station in the town center where the Thai King and his entourage used to spend
time golfing. Over a half dozen other courses are also dotted around the town,
including the 27-hole-Lakeview, which has its own hotel, the Jack Nicklaus-designed
Springfield Royal Country Club, Palm Hills, just 15 minutes from Hua Hin,
Majestic Creek and Bangkok Milford.
Shopping
Hua Hin is not the ideal place for
those who eye for a shopping extravaganza. A small selection of boutique-type
can be found on Naretdamri Road and some of the surrounding areas near the
Hilton Hotel, but do no expect to find much variety. Despite that, the lively
night market selling T-shirts, leather wallets and other goods is a great
experience fro tourists to see the local colors.
Go cart
For those who are tired of the sun,
sand and beach, the more energetic activity like go-cart driving is available
at the well-maintained go-cart track near the airport.
This article is authored and copyrighted
by Royal Exclusive Travel Co., Ltd.
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