Hua Hin
Thailand's original beach resort: night markets, golf and a relaxed royal history.
Hua Hin has been Thailand's royal seaside escape for a century, and it keeps a gentler pace than the islands. Stroll the original night market, ride to the viewpoint at Khao Takiab, and day-trip to the wine estates and Pala-U waterfall. With fast road and rail links from Bangkok, it is the classic weekend getaway.