If you like your ocean slate-blue and reckless (and largely resort free), Ri Yue Bay is for you. Colour is provided by local surfers rather than the usual flotilla of inflatable children’s toys. The beachside restaurant (10am to midnight) run by the friendly people at Jalenboo Surf Club is a good place to hang out.
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