Krabi, being in the beautiful Thailand has Ao Nang as its main beach resort. It is a less known destination as not much information is available about it online. However, once you learn about it and set foot there, you will find yourself compelled to go back again and again. Read on for a detailed insight on the island and a few tips that will help make your trip a memorable one.
Getting there are travelling around: Once you land at Krabi airport, the nearest and most convenient, you can choose either a taxi or a 4-seater minivan. It depends on whether you are travelling alone or in the company of your friends. Nonetheless, some hotels do organise for transport at subsidized fees. It all depends on your arrangement and budget. From the Airport to Ao Nang is a trip that takes about 40 minutes and from there you can take Ao Nang ferry from Andaman ferry service to tour the surrounding bays and islands. The boat rides are quite breaking, though unfortunately you have to wait until they are full of passengers for them to depart.
Raily Bay: The Bay has been pictured and printed on many Thailand brochures. Amazingly it looks as good in real life as it is on paper. Just make sure to visit in the morning when the tide has not yet gone out. Activities here range from bathing in the shallow warm waters, kayaking as well as rock climbing. You can also choose to take a bonus, all relieving foot scrub.
Massage: at Ao Nang Beach, there are a whole ten huts set aside for massage services. Here, you get various oil and Thai massage techniques offered at bargain able prices. The package is also quite reasonable as you get bonuses, such as a cup of coffee or sun loungers once you buy the massage package. With 300-450 baht, you are good to go, and it is well worth the experience.
Food: Several restaurants available in the Ao Nang area are there to ensure you have enough energy going through your veins. You will love the vast Thailand cuisine offers. However, you should avoid the food joints along the beach front. If after close to perfect meals, you will not get such here. To avoid disappointments, make sure to do a bit of research prior to visiting the place. It also takes a bit of in-depth knowledge when it comes to choice. Some street food market stalls sell food as great as that served in the high-end restaurants but at a cheaper cost. Thus, you might end up saving food costs so long as you do not mind the plastic chairs.
Shopping: many travellers are interested in shopping for they want to take souvenirs back home. Ao Nang will not disappoint as it offers a lot of things for sale. Just take some time, visit as many stalls as you can, feed your eyes, make a choice and finally bargain for the best prices.
