"Paradise" Top 5 Page for this destination Krabi by clouds111
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After the hectic pace of Bangkok I was looking forward to the peace/tranquilty and the warm waters of the Admaman Sea.
We stayed in Ao Nang and it was beautiful but really set up for the package tourists. The food is tamed down for European tastebuds, there are shop after shop of tacky ornaments and knock off designer wear. True that much of Thailand is like this but here it almost feels to clean and sterilised compared to the likes of Samui. It seems more of a family orientated place with not much nightlife.
But if you venture a little further and escape Ao Nang there are other more perfect beaches and the tranquility we were looking for. Just hop on a longtail and explore the islands and nearby beaches. Rai Leh West was my favourite but Ko Poda by far had the best sandy beach.
You have to go out of your way to find the real Thailand in Ao Nang and Krabi. Venture a little further away from the beach and you come face to face with the locals and the Land of Smiles
- Pros:Beautiful beaches
- Cons:The touristy feel
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Watch the sun go down
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One thing Ao Nang is good for is watching the beautiful sunsets. In Nov/Dec the sun starts setting around 5.30 in the... more travel advice
Good cheap option on Rai Leh West
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Based on Rai Leh West beachfront, all the others are based in hotels. Has a mix of Thai and western dishes, snacks,... more travel advice
Pancakes pancakes pancakes
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Around Ao Nang there are a number of pancakes sellers. For about 20 bahts you can choose your own filling - mango and... more travel advice
Noppharat Thara beach
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Noppharat Thara beach is about a 15/20 minute walk from Ao Nang. It's a long stretch of beach and is less developed. The... more travel advice
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I have never been in Krabi yet, but your tips gave me a really good idea of what to expect. Great descriptions of the various beaches.
Thanks for the wonderful pages full of heaps to read.
I didn't read them all, but some great tips here, Anna! I'll be back.