The Khong Chiam region is still largely unaffected by tourism and, for those willing to explore it, offers spectacular scenery and the promise of peaceful days spent well away from the noise and chaos of the urban environment. With its waterfalls, cliffs and rock paintings, Pha Taem is the kind of place you simply never tire of exploring.

The magic of Pha Taem, north of Khong Chiam

Elephant rides have become a major concern in many locations, but are still offered by a handful of so-called "sanctuaries" with the proposition to get close to the exotic and majestic animal. Elephant rides are offered on every street corner and Westerners have little knowledge about the cruel methods to succeed in training these enormous animals.

Experience Thailand without riding elephants!

Come and completely immerse yourself in the gigantic megalopolis which is Bangkok. 

Bangkok, a continental megalopolis

To set the scene for you, imagine 2,188 km² covered by 80% forest and populated with more than 800 animal species roaming completely free. Add streams, waterfalls and a mountain range amongst 2,000 plant species. Classify it all as a UNESCO world heritage site and you have the Khao Yai national park.

Khao Yai or the paradise of species

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Kanchanaburi

Erawan

Bang Pa In

Nai Yang is a large beach on the northwest coast of Phuket. 

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Nai Yang is a part of Phuket, that has remained discreet and quite natural. You won't find bars and restaurants lined up all along here, because it's included as part of the small Sirinat National Park, that is adjacent to the island's airport. Therefore, the surrounding area is protected and it's that much better, so hopefully it will stay that way. Despite being so close to the airport, I didn't feel like the beach was too loud. Nai Yang is a beach that is rather appropriate for people who are traveling as a family, as evidenced by horses for taking walks on the beach, unless you are the rather romantic type waiting for the sunset. In any case, it's a beach that feels intimate, first because it's large and it isn't usually crowded so it's comfortable, and also because it's lined with tall trees and I love this feeling of a beach that's exotic and not overused. On the other hand, this isn't where I come to bathe.

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