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Southern springboard to growth

Phangnga is transforming itself from a seasonal beach destination into a fast-growing premium tourism market, supported by strong visitor spending, niche attractions and growing investor confidence.
Is the holiday romance a myth? I’d always thought so until my trip to Thailand and Khao Lak, which has a reputation for being a family-friendly beach destination where everyone is tucked up in bed by ...
It’s got white sand beaches, tropical rainforests and hidden watering holes, but the tourist crowds an hour away are still missing out. The shimmering turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea lap the west ...
Khao Lak in Phang Nga and Karon beach in Phuket are listed among top 10 Destinations On The Rise 2016 in Asia, according to the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice awards. The awards highlight 52 ...
For a taste of local life take the shuttle bus to Khao Lak town center and enjoy exploring the shops, convenience stores and restaurants. For a more cultural experience, there are local markets held ...