Krabi’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination

Posted by admin on March 13th, 2009 filed in activities, attractions, holidays, sightseeing, travel tips

The past decade the province of Krabi in the southern part of Thailand has become rightfully an extremely popular resort destination among international holidaymakers. Boasting white, sandy exotic beach areas and spectacular limestone karsts formations create sceneries that will make visitors reach for their cameras endlessly. This destination truly offers a postcard-perfect panorama!

However, unfortunately there are also some worse examples of severely ruined beaches to be found in Krabi. Phi Phi’s Ao Dalam and Ton Sai beach areas, for instance, nearly have been trashed due to limited protective environmental regulations, over-eager tourist crowds and greedy Thai entrepreneurs. Fortunately, located on other parts of the island some beaches have retained their relatively immaculate atmosphere. Hopefully, these beaches will stay unspoilt.

On Krabi’s mainland, but only accessible by sea, stunning Railay Beach is nearly as favoured as the offshore Phi Phi Archipelago. Here outdoor adventurers will find some adrenaline-pumping rock climbing options along with breathtakingly beautiful scenery, making Railay Beach an extremely popular travel destination, particularly during the high season when it is often overcrowded. Guide to Railay Beach. Though this popularity comes with a huge price tag and the principal beach is experiencing over-development while it lacks a decent infrastructure. This beach isn’t exactly tranquil and quiet. Travellers seeking calmness and a peaceful natural environment better head to nearby Ton Sai Bay.