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Cha-am (ชะอำ) and Hua Hin (หัวหิน) are beach destinations both located on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Cha-am (ชะอำ) is a district in Phetchaburi province, located about 160 Kilometers from Bangkok and Hua Hin (หัวหิน) is a district in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province located 295 kilometers south west of Bangkok. Only 2-3 hours drive from Bangkok by car, bus or train, you can be relaxing while strolling along the pine-fringed beach. It abounds with on land and water activities such as golf, horse-riding, windsurf, jet ski, kite surfing, kayaking, fishing, hiking in the National Park. Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Cha-am and Hua Hin boast a wide range of accommodations from little huts on the beach to 5-star hotels . Both towns keep the traditional way of living while come replete with tourist facilities, markets, souvenir shops and abounding dining options.
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Cha Am Beach, Ruamchit Rd.
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Cha Am Beach, Petchkasem Rd.
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Hua Hin Beach, Naresdamri Rd.
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Hua Hin Beach, Takiab Rd.
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Hua Hin Town, Petchkasem Rd.
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Cha Am Beach, Petchkasem Rd.
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Cha Am Beach, Ruamchit Rd.
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Hua Hin Beach, Takiab Rd.
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Hua Hin Town, Petchkasem Rd.
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Hua Hin Beach, Takiab Rd.
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Hua Hin Beach, Takiab Rd.
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Hua Hin Hua Hin (หัวหิน)
Hua Hin is the oldest and most traditional Thai holiday resort.
It combines the convenience of a modern holiday destination with the fascinating charm of a still active fishing port.

In the contrary of the main destinations in Thailand, Hua Hin is very popular with domestic Thai tourists and therefore has kept a very strong local feel to it, avoiding the over-commercialization.

Aside of its extensive 5 mile long beach, Hua Hin provides the highest density of world class golf course anywhere in Thailand, although still among the better kept secrets as virtually undiscovered as an international Golf destination. Green-fees and other costs are currently among the lowest in the world while course maintenance and services are superb. A delight for any golfing enthusiast.

Nowadays Hua Hin, rich with the legend, history and beautiful scenery, is still an exquisite and peaceful holiday venue and full of natural beauty, for anyone to discover or enjoy over and over again.
Cha Am Cha Am (ชะอำ)
Cha Am is a district of in Phetchaburi province.
It is a well known beach resort town among both local tourists and foreign visitors Cha-Am was originally a small fishing village, which over the years has been developed into a major destination.

The construction of a Royal Palace near Hua Hin gave a boost to the development under the impulse of the Bangkok aristocracy and elite.

Today, it is very popular among residents as well as long stay foreigners who love superb seafood and comfortable hotel accommodation, with an easy overland access to Bangkok.
Pranburi Pranburi (ปราณบุรี)
Sea, sun and pristine beaches are the main reasons for Pranburi's fast-growing popularity.
It is located about 30 kilometers south of Hua Hin and is no longer just a sleepy coastal village, especially since the recent development of several hotels and resorts ranging from budget conscious bungalows to super-luxurious retreats that are spread out far apart to retain privacy and exclusivity.

Pranburi is slowly making a name for itself with a fantastic concoction of idyllic resorts, pristine beaches, verdant landscapes and a charming local fishing community.

As a quiet seaside resort it is not exactly renowned for nightlife activities. For which, you're better off to head to Hua Hin where there are some night venues, although by far not of the range of other main destinations in Thailand. All in all, a good night out in Pranburi would typically consist of a seafood dinner with friends, family or a candle lit celebration dinner.
Sam Roi Yod Sam Roi Yod (สามร้อยยอด)
Sam Roi Yod National Park located between the the districts of Pranburi and Kuiburi.
The total area is about 98 sq.kms or 61,300 rai and the landscape include limestone mountains to the west as well as plains of the Gulf of Thailand to the East. It is located about 50 kms South of Hua Hin.

The name Khao Sam Roi Yod can be translated into "The Mountain With Three Hundred Peaks", a series of magnificent grey limestone mountains, which rise dramatically from the Gulf of Thailand and adjacent coastal marsh to a maximum height of 605 m.

Thung Sam Roi Yod, the largest freshwater marsh in Thailand, provides an important environment for a large number of birds, amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals. The World Conservation Union (IUCN) has recognized these fragile wetlands as a site of global importance. Other areas of habitat include scrub, salt pan, cultivated areas, mudflats, brackish waters, mangroves, sand beaches, offshore islets, and open sea.

Sam Roi Yod National Park also has great recreational and educational value. It offers the visitor a tremendous variety of attractions. These include fine sandy beaches, spectacular caves, superb mountain viewpoints, offshore islands, forest trails as well as boating trips to the nearby islands
Kui Buri Kui Buri (กุยบุรี)
is located South of Sam Roy Yod. Its National park though expands beyond the district and covers about 969 Square Kilometers. During May to November, quite frequent rainfall gives the province a very lush and green touch, while keeping the temperatures below 30 degrees C. The dense forests and National Park is home to an abundant wildlife.

Main Attractions are :
Huay Dong Ma Fai Waterfall
The waterfall has 15 levels and there is a pool at the bottom of the waterfall where you can take a swim. The beautiful setting and the surrounding forest are peaceful and suitable for recreation.

Pha Ma Hon Waterfall
The steep waterfall has 3 levels. Current drops strongly over the cliff all year round. In the middle there is a big pool suitable for recreation and to take a swim. There is also a nature trail to discover the flora and fauna.

As well as the beaches on the Gulf of Thailand. Kui Buri is not yet too developed in terms of tourism and only a few hotels and resorts are available, and virtually no night life – at the same time it gives a very nice alternative to the destinations North and South which have both become more and more popular over the recent years.

Due to the distance to Bangkok airport, Kui Buri is still a lesser known destination to foreign travelers while already quite popular to Thai tourists as well as residents.
Prachuap Khiri Khan Prachuap Khiri Khan Province (จังหวัดประจวบคีรีขันธ์)
Prachuap Khiri Khan, some 280 kilometers from Bangkok, is a fishing town with a scenic bay and beachside.

The province is renowned for the resort of Hua Hin, where the Royal Family has a summer palace, Klai Kangwon, which is open to the public when royalty is not in residence. Thailand's first beach resort, it maintains a quaint old world feeling with small streets and night market to walk around, Thailand's oldest golf course, and a beautiful railway station.

To the south is the magnificent Khao Sam Roi Yod National Park , a marsh : wetland park, with soaring peaks, quiet beaches and a wide range of exotic bird life. Popular activities include nature walks, bird watching and boat rides along Khao Daeng Canal. Of the numerous caves, visitors usually head for Phraya Nakhon Cave, where a superb royal pavilion, built for King Chulalongkorm stands inside the mouth.

Prachuap Khiri Khan is a delightful town with a wide curving bay. At the north end is Khao Chong Krachok (Mirror Tunnel Mountain), with a large hole in it that appears to reflect the sky. At the top, Wat Thammikaram offers good views of the bay and is home to a colony of monkeys.
Tub Sakae Tub Sakae (ทับสะแก)
Tub Sakae is a district in the southern part of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.

Main attractions are:
Huai Yang Waterfall
The 16 square kilometer park covers a forested area on the Tanao Si Mountain Range. A 5-layer waterfall, Namtok Huai Yang, near the park office is its main attraction. The highest elevation is the 1,251-meter Khao Luang mountain.

Hat Wanakon National Park
23 kilometers from Prachuap Khiri Khan, this 38-square kilometer park is centered on a fine 7 kilometer pine-fringed beach. Camping is permitted. Snorkeling around offshore islands, swimming, hiking and bird watching number among major attractions.
Bangsapan Bangsapan (บางสะพาน)
is a city with one of the most quiet beaches. Located about 380 Kilometers from Bangkok, the drive takes only about 5 hours.

Bang Sapan is a quiet and rural area, mostly unspoiled by mass tourism. The district has some fine beaches in Ban Krood, Bang Saphan Noi, and Ban Burd, which offer white sand and clear water. Koh Talu, just of the coast, is also an increasingly popular diving and snorkeling spot for its beautiful coral reefs and marine life.

Other attractions include :
Ao Mae Ramphueng and Ao Bo Thonglang
Situated in the southern extremities of the province, both are scenic bays in the Bang Saphan district area. Driving about 75 kilometers south of Phrachuap Khiri Khan to Km. 399, turn left and continue for another 17 kilometers via Bang Saphan Market to Ao Mae Ramphueng. Ao Bo Thonglang is 4 kilometres away.

Hat Ban Krood
This quiet beach is situated mid-way between Amphoe Thap Sakae and Bang Saphan. A good view of the beach can be seen from the top of Thong Chai Mountain where a huge sitting Buddha image is situated.
Talu Island Talu Island (เกาะทะลุ)
Talu Island is a small limestone island located in Bagsapan district, about 7 kilometers away from the coast, about 20 minutes boat trip from Ban Pak Khlong.

The central part of the island is mainly dedicated to coconut plantations while the West has very nice sandy shores. The North part of the island are rocky mountains known as a symbol of the island. The sea around the island is crystal clear and a large variety of Corals can be found ideal for shallow water coral snorkel.

Koh Talu is one of the main tourist attractions of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, along with the smaller islands of Koh Sang, and Koh Sing.

There is a very wide range of activities to enjoy for the whole family which made Koh Talu a very popular destination for both Thai and foreigners looking for a holiday break from busy Bangkok city life.
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Chom View Hotel
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Haven Resort
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Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2012
When: June 2012
Where: The beachfront of Sofitel Centara Grand Resort and Villas, Hua Hin Beach
The spectacular Hua Hin Jazz Festival is annually held in one of the most desirable locations, along the shimmering white sandy beach of Hua Hin. Enjoy a myriad of first-rate performances from the brilliantly gifted artists from Thailand and all over the world. And with its superb venue, guests can take advantage of the stunning seaside scenery whilst listening to a wide variety of quality Jazz music. 
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Anantara King's Cup Elephant Polo
When: 12 - 16 September 2012
Where: Thai Royal Seaside Town, Hua Hin and Cha-Am
This event celebrates its 10th Anniversary in Anantara Hua Hin Resort & Spa. The charitable event, now in its eleventh year, has to date, raised over half a million dollars in charity to help Thailand's elephants. This year's event will be have more nail-biting action both on and off the field. Last year's tournament featured 12 teams encompassing over 40 players. 
Weather and Climate
Lying on the west coast of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin and Cha-am have tropical climate with high humidity but typically pleasant at any time of the year. They are influenced by monsoon but the rains do not usually last long and the sky is clear afterward.

Check the climate of each month, average temperature, average rainfall, actual temperature and time and the best time to visit to help you plan your holiday and harvest the best of the season that Hua Hin and Cha-am has to offer.
Getting There
Hua Hin and Cha-am can be easily reached by car within only 2 hours drive from Bangkok via different routes. There are bus services running from the Southern Bus Terminal to both destinations including Bangkok–Prachuap Khiri Khan, Bangkok–Hua Hin, Bangkok-Pranburi and Bangkok-Bang Saphan routes. Alternatively, you can opt to travel and see the views of the side of the railways. There are train services running from Hua Lamphong in Bangkok. Travelling by air is currently not available.

Information on the bus from different companies, train timetables and some useful travelling tips are provided in this section.
Attractions
These seaside towns have the multitude of natural attractions, historical and religious sites. There are some cultural sites that are definitely worth to pay a visit to Klai Kangwon Palace, Hua Hin Railway Station which still keeps the architecture of the bygone era. Apart from beaches and islands, there are also verdant National Parks such as Sam Roi Yod National Park or mountains like Khao Takiab and Khao Tao, waterfalls are not to be missed. All draw nature lovers to explore. In addition, other places of interests create the charm of the towns such as Hua Hin Arts & Crafts Center and Dan Singkhon, to name only a few. All these make the destination ideal for both action as well as nature and leisure oriented tourists.

This section provides information and detail of a variety of attractions in both towns.
Activities
Hua Hin and Cha-am offers a profusion of things to do from lazing around on the beach to getting adrenaline-driven in extreme sports or something in between. Thanks to the regular winds, many sports that can take advantage of it are available such as windsurf, kitesurf and sailing. There are also courses for the novices. Shoreline and inland activities are also abounding, for example the popular horse-riding, golf, ATV, paintball, spa or fun banana boats. Being on the coast, it is worth to explore what is out there in the water. There are many boat trips to nearby islands, snorkeling, fishing, diving or kayaking. Get closed to the nature by walking or trekking in the National Parks. There are also good spots for bird watching. Golf is also a popular sport in this area. There are international level golf courses at reasonable prices. Thai boxing and Thai cooking class are also available. A complete list of things to do in Hua Hin and Cha-am is provided in this section.
Beaches and Islands
Hua Hin and Cha-am are perfect escape for a weekend or a long holiday. Serene atmospheres, picturesque views and sandy beaches fringed by pine trees have been Thai’s weekend getaway and frequented by the royal family. The flat landscape and long beaches make the areas good for swimming, unwinding under the pine trees or doing watersports.

Even though beaches here share similar topography but they differ in characteristics and atmosphere. From North to South lie Hua Hin Beach, Khao Takiap Beach, Suan Son Beach, Pran Khiri Beach, Puek Tian Beach, Thawi Suk Beach, Klong Thian Beach, Cha-am Beach and Haruethai Beach. Not too far away from the mainland, there are islands such as Koh Singto, Koh Thalu, Koh Sang and Koh Sing waiting to be discovered.
Dinning in Hua Hin
Hua Hin and Cha-am offer much more than an ample meal to get by but a real feast of dining option. A variety of cuisines and freshly caught seafood as well as peaceful ambience or some vibrancy of the town can be prevalently found here. The range of option varies from side street kiosk to a 5-star hotel, Thai-style light meals to a variety of international cuisines such as Indian, Japanese, Laotian, Korean BBQ, French, British, Italian and of course, Thai food are everywhere. Some restaurants also feature performances such as live music and Thai dance. Nothing can be better than exquisite dining in a laid-back atmosphere with the backdrop of breathtaking view.

The information on the restaurants in Hua Hin and Cha-am with addresses and contact details are provided in this section.
Golf in Hua Hin
The tropical sunshine and peaceful long sandy beaches are not all about Hua Hin and Cha-am, it is also a golf heaven. It is growing in popularity every year due to its stunning landscape, world class courses, the low green fees, great facilities, superb services and it is only a few hours drive from Bangkok. In addition, Hua Hin and Cha-am are blessed with natural attractions that will impress golfers with its serene beauty or local ways of life at local markets and majestic Buddhist temples. Fine fresh seafood is waiting to give you gustatory pleasure.

There are a variety of offerings for golf tours, golf packages, accustomed packages and even golf tuitions in different golf course designs. A wide range of accommodations are offered amidst scenic views within or outside the golf courses. This section provides information golf courses as well as the maps and green fees of each one.
Nightlife in Hua Hin
Hua Hin and Cha-am is definitely not for a wild night but it’d rather than places to chill out having a drink with friends or family. There are some pubs and bars along the beach and in town, though there is a few Thai style disco in existence. The pubs, bars as well as restaurants offer cool ambience to relax and live music. Most of the hotels feature sophisticated bar or lobby bar. There are also some sport bars with big TV screen showing sports for the sport lovers. Cha-am in particular is quieter and geared more towards local residents, family and couple travellers. Therefore, the location of the scene is more segregated but the residents are friendly and warmly welcome the tourists.

Names of venues with description, addresses, opening hours and contacts divided by areas are listed in this section.
Time in Huahin, Cha-Am is 02:35 (GMT+7)