Khao Lak - family-oriented resort town that has made an impressive recovery after the tsunami
Krabi - the place to go when you want to visit the beaches at Ao Nang and Rai Leh.
Ko Phi Phi - 1.5 hours by ferry, parts of The Beach were filmed at this stunningly beautiful location
Phang Nga - 2 hours away, this bay is famous for its gravity-defying limestone formations, including James Bond Island
Ko Samui & Pattaya - Bangkok Airways operates direct flights to both
Similan Islands - national park consisting of nine small paradise islands. Hugely popular among divers due to unbelievable underwater scenery. Dive boats usually depart from Phuket, non-divers can take a snorkeling tour from Khao Lak.
