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We Left Bangkok for This Underrated Thai Town (No Tourists)
April 22, 2026 · 8 min · 340 views · Prachuap Khiri Khan
What this video covers
A family traveling with a toddler relocates from Bangkok to Prachuap, a coastal town located four hours south of the capital.▶ 1:08 The route passes through the coastal hub of Hua Hin before reaching a landscape defined by wide, empty beaches and limestone peaks rising from wetlands.▶ 1:17 April temperatures in the region are high, requiring a shift in daily routine to accommodate the heat.▶ 0:42 The family stays in a resort that, while aged, provides necessary amenities for travelers seeking a slower pace than the typical tourist circuits of Koh Tao or Pai.▶ 2:02 Daily life in Prachuap centers on quiet beach access, local dining, and a lack of structured tourist activities.▶ 7:04 The town offers an alternative to the congestion of Bangkok and Phuket, functioning as a destination for those prioritizing a relaxed, low-key environment over high-traffic attractions.▶ 7:02
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