Krabi, Thailand’s laid-back holiday destination

Posted by admin on May 13th, 2008 filed in attractions, holidays

Boasting mysterious cave formations, areas of stunning natural beauty, forested green hills, idyllic palm and rubber plantations, immaculate beach areas, and a comprehensive tourist infra structure, Krabi has become one of Thailand’s most visited tourist hot spots.

Many international tourists visiting Thailand, particularly Scandinavian, spend most of their holiday in Krabi. Huge crowds of Europeans escape the winter by staying in warm and sunny Krabi. Krabi seasonal weather

Several of the kingdom’s finest beaches are located in Krabi. Two very popular beaches are Railay with its superb rock climbing options and Ao Nang, which provide an excellent playground for the beginning as well as the advanced water sports enthusiast.

For romantic Krabi dining and wining or relaxing strolls, tourists should go to Muang Beach, while Pra Nang Beach is a superb canoeing and snorkelling spot. Probably the finest picnics might be experienced at the picturesque Nopparat Thara Beach.

In addition, Krabi province houses over 200 tropic islands. Two of the most famous isle groups include: the Phi Phi Islands and the Lanta Islands (Mu Koh Lanta National Park).

Some of Krabi’s most fascinating attractions of natural interest are the Tiger Cave, featuring remarkable stalactites and stalagmites (see picture) and the stunning Kho Phanom Bencha National Park in Krabi’s Khao Phanom district.

Krabi’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination has resulted in the construction of many different types of accommodation establishments. There are plentiful three and five-star rated hotels as well as a good selection of budget-friendly guesthouses.