Introducing Phang-nga Province
More than anywhere else in Thailand, the Phang-Nga coastline is still reeling from the devastation of the 2004 tsunami. In fact about 6, 000 of the deaths – well over half the national count – occurred along this section of the Andaman coast, particularly in the Thai Muang, Khao Lak, Bang Niang and Bang Sak regions.
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From November to April the water is very clear, the sun shines, soda-white beaches beckon. In the rainy season, however, many places shut down and the area can feel a bit haunted and depressing.
Offshore, the Surin Islands and Similan Islands Marine National Parks harbour some of the world’s top diving destinations.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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RE: Xmas in Phuket Area
by wonderingtsar2 09 September 2011
Lanta would be a good bet, but it's a bit of hike if you've not there for long. You go past Phi Phi on the way and from Lanta they do…
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RE: thailand in december
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Mini bus from Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya is at 1.30pm unless you want to book a private taxi. The journey takes 2 hours. So, the suggestion…
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Flooding
by thaibeachlovers 02 September 2011
From The nation- 1/09/2011. Ranong and Phang Nga provinces in the South are also facing flash floods. The provincial relief agency said…
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