Joanna James
Krabi is an undisputed tourist destination on the region’s west coast. Exciting, authentic and unmissable activities abound in Krabi, some of which could only be experienced in the idyllic beachside destination, treating you to a getaway like no other.
Your Krabi experience wouldn’t be right without exploring the charming heartland first, the town of Ao Nang. The remarkably long, white sand Andaman coast beachfront easily grabs the spotlight and is why many tourists flock to the rather laid-back town. Frolic on the extending sands, bask in the soothing sun and treat yourself to a blissful beach day. Heading inland away from the palm-dotted shores, experiences to be had in the town of Ao Nang are plentiful, calling for a one full day of delightful city touring.
Krabi’s host of noon markets make for a totally unmissable experience, not just for the shopping but also for the oodles of authentic experiences. While you are invited to assortments of mouth-watering local delicacies and traditional merchandise galore, you are also offered a fascinating glimpse into the local way of life. Among the whole host of markets that the beautiful seaside plays host to, Ao Nang Market, Klong Muang Market and Ao Num Mao Market easily make the highlights.
No matter where you holiday in the Southeast Asian nation, your trip wouldn’t be complete without getting a taste of authentic Thai cuisine and the seaside region of Krabi is certainly no exception. Embark on an exploration of local cuisine at one of the finest Ao Nang beach hotels the likes of Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort, and let the authentic local flavours appease the longing taste buds.
Island hopping is definitely no stranger to the whole of southern Thailand as the oceanic activity is no stranger to Krabi, but island hopping in the idyllic beachside destination certainly makes for an incomparable experience thanks to the likes of world-renowned Phi Phi Islands. Hop aboard a boat and set sail into the wide-open seas, and a clutch of tropical archipelagos, including Hong Islands, 4 Islands, James Bond Island and the aforementioned Phi Phi Islands, is only a stone’s throw away.
Take a break from the palm-dotted sands and turquoise blue waters that characterise Krabi and head inland, south of the main city centre, to set out on a drive to the region’s serene hot springs and the nearby crystal pool — some of southern Thailand’s most precious gifts of nature. The drive from Krabi will be no less than a good 70 kilometres, but you can rest assured that it surely won’t be in vain.
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