Hua Hin has established itself firmly among the greatest family holiday destinations in Thailand. A fishing village rather than a tourism project, Hua Hin offers a close impression of Thai small town life, as much as no other beach resort in Thailand can offer. Hua Hin has for many decades been the preferred seaside resort of the Thai Royal Family, the nobility and the upper echelons of Thai society because the area features a unique micro-climate with more hours of sunshine than in surrounding regions. Other attractions include great golf, great seafood, national parks and waterfalls and largely the absence of noisy nightlife. The sea is here is generally safer than on the islands, with shallower water near the beach, fewer undercurrents and smaller waves, ideal for children. On the other hand, the islands have clearer water, so Hua Hin is not a diving destination. There may be occasional problems with jellyfish, mainly in the rainy season. Hua Hin is a much older resort than any island resort, so development is less sprawling and blends much better with the historic village. Hua Hin is the place to go if you want a genuine experience of a Thai beach resort for you and your family.
