Royal Thai Holidays
hua hin
In Thailand
ABOUT HUA HIN
Hua Hin, one of Thailand’s elite beach resort towns on the Gulf of Thailand, is less than 200 km south of Bangkok, making it one of the most popular weekend getaway destinations for city residents. Hua Hin features a beautiful, powdery sand beach, outstanding seafood restaurants, and a vibrant night market, this paradise is well known for having some of the finest golf courses in Thailand, as well as some of the most renowned resorts and exotic destination spas in the world. Hua Hin is a popular retreat for Thai Royal Family who witnessed the transformation from a fishing village to a fashionable beach resort.
Hua Hin hotels range from five star to budget backpacker, from modern and luxurious to quaint and rustic. There are international resort and spas located on the powdery sands of Hua Hin beach as well as mid-range options built upon dorms extending over the waters of the Gulf of Thailand. Resorts near the city center to families with children for those looking for a little nightlife, while those farther from town are ideal for visitors looking to get away from it all or have a romantic rendezvous.
As the oldest beach resort in Thailand, Hua Hin has a wide range of attractions and activities. The Hua Hin International kite festival and Hua Hin International Jazz Music festival are the most awaited events during March and June which attracts the enthusiasts globally. Hua Hin also features numerous world-class golf courses, several Buddhist temples, Hua Hin Elephant Village, bustling local markets, outstanding restaurants (serving some of the finest seafood in the Kingdom), and numerous spas and massage parlours ideal for relaxing on the Hua Hin beach holiday. Historic attractions such as the Old Palace, the old Hua Hin Railway Station, and other historical buildings. Daytrips include visiting the surrounding places to ride elephants or visiting Takiab Beach and visitors can ride horses or climb the hill to a Buddhist temple.
Limitless adventure sports like snorkelling, parasailing, Thai boxing are must try spectaculars here. As one of the premier tourist destinations in Thailand, Hua Hin has innumerable activities for visitors to participate in, ensuring that visitors with any interest will find something to keep them entertained on their Hua Hin holiday.
As with most Thai tourist towns, Hua Hin is delectable with dining options, including both street-stalls and upscale Thai restaurants, succulent seafood restaurants, and many authentic foreign eateries owned by expatriates from Germany, Japan, Italy, India, and many other nations.
As Hua Hin is a popular destination for both international and local visitors it’s no surprise that there are numerous souvenir products available in Hua Hin. With two night markets, a local market, and numerous boutique stores. Places like Hua Hin Night Market, Chatchai Market, an excellent place to shop for locally produced handicrafts, fabrics, souvenirs and food products. The Local goods that are particularly worth seeking out include cotton fabric called “kommapat”, hand-made dolls, and various decorative objects crafted from local products, such as coconut and sea shells. Food items include pineapple & coconut products, various other dried fruits, and aloe vera.