Khao Lak is a small town near the famous Phuket and Krabi towns in south Thailand. It consists just a row of shophouses along the 1-2 km stretch of the trunk road, but can be a relaxing place to escape.
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| Khao Lak Town |
The key attraction is to explore Khao Lak National Park. It takes about 30-45 mis to trek from one end to the other that ends with a secluded bay with blue water beach. Sitting there enjoying a breezy wind and dipping in the unwavering waves is truly a natural luxury.
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| Hidden beach in Khao Lak National Park |
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| Approaching the end |
A walk to the beach in town during sunset is another checklist,. Even though the big round egg yolk sun is partially hidden behind the rock, the orange and red sky illuminates the sunset scene. There is also a night market on weekend to savour the local street food.
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| Sunset at Khao Lak Beach |
2 hours away on the other east side of South Thailand, lies Surat Thani, the gateway town to the less explored tourist triad islands, Koh Samui, Koh Phagan and Koh Tao. The port is just right in the town centre, where big passenger vessels can be seen parked along the river.
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| Surat Thani Port |
There is nothing much to explore in town but one thing that attracts is the night market on weekend which is gaining popularity as a tourist attraction. Varieties of street food can be found.
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| Bugs for sale |
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| Colorful local delights |
I personally prefer the morning local market, where the typical local livelihood can be experienced. I like to go to the market to get the spiciest and hottest fresh chili paste to cook the famous spicy red, yellow and green curry. South Thailand cuisine is more spicy compared to North Thailand.
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| Spicy chili paste |
My most memorable experience is to countdown for New Year on 31st Dec in this quaint Surat Thani town square next to the river where floral display was part of the countdown festival.
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| Colorful bridge |
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| Firecrackers to countdown for new year |
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