9 Reasons To Visit Hua Hin, Thailand

“Hua Hin, Pattaya, Phuket, Samui, same same. You don’t need to go to Hua Hin.”

This was the advice we received from a wide-smiling Phuket taxi driver after telling him about our Thailand travel plans. We’d already been amazed by the pristine beaches, mouth-watering food, and fascinating culture in Krabi, Pattaya, Koh Samui, and Phuket so didn’t give his comment much clout. Perhaps the poor guy was suffering from “tropical beach overdose”, but we couldn’t get enough. 

Hua Hin has a special place in the hearts of the Thai because of its strong connection to their beloved royal family. Since the 1920’s, this coastal city has been the royal family’s preferred summer retreat, a key driver in Hua Hin’s push towards modernity. Bangkok residents followed the royal lead, driving or catching the bus or train to spend their summers, or even just the weekend, escaping the capital’s fast-paced urban living. 

As Hua Hin’s tourism industry flourished on the demand…