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Registered with:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
TAT License No. 12/00921
Association of Thai Travel Agents
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(Special Discounts from Internet Published Rates for All New Bookings effective 11.12.2008 till 31.10.2009)
Rayong Hotels
and Koh Samet Hotels
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Hotels / Resorts / Villas / Bungalows |
Feature |
Location |
Price |
Reservation & Enquiry |
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Vongdeuan Resort |
Secluded Beach |
Koh Samet |
1,900 THB |
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Ao Prao Resort Samed |
Tropical Island Vacation |
Koh Samet |
5,300 THB |
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Brookside Valley Resort |
Fresh Nature |
Rayong |
1,765 THB |
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Hinsuay Namsai Resort Hotel |
Hillside Nature & Sea |
Rayong |
1,300 THB |
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Le Vimarn Cottage & Spa |
Unique Tropical Boutique Resort |
Koh Samet |
8,950 THB |
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Lima Coco Resort |
Paradise of Nature |
Ao Prao Koh Samed |
2,500 THB |
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Mooban Talay Resort |
Village Style Beach Resort |
Koh Samet |
3,350 THB |
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Nim-ma-no-ra-dee Resort |
Snorkelling & Sunset |
Koh Samet |
2,100 THB |
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Palmeraie Beach Resort |
Relaxing Retreat & Privacy |
Klaeng |
1,700 THB |
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Paradee Rayong |
Private Beach |
Koh Samet |
11,800 THB |
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Phala Cliff Beach Resort & Spa |
Absolute Privacy |
Rayong |
1,500 THB |
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Purimas Beach Hotel |
Privacy, Relaxation & Recreation |
Banchang |
1,900 THB |
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Sai Kaew Beach Resort |
Two Different Beach Life Styles |
Koh Samet |
4,000 THB |
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Samed Club |
Comfortable Rereat |
Koh Samet |
3,000 THB |
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Star Hotel |
Business & Pleasure |
Rayong Town |
1,050 THB |
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Hotels / Resorts / Villas / Bungalows |
Feature |
Location |
Price |
Reservation & Enquiry |
GENERAL INFORMATION
 Located approximately 220 kilometers from Bangkok is another
delightful resort on Thailand’s eastern coast – Rayong province. A late
bloomer, the province is well known for its pristine beaches stretching
along a 100-kilometer coastline and scenic waterfalls amidst exotic
surroundings. Aside from this, Rayong is blessed with an abundance of
seafood products such as shrimp paste, fish sauce and dried seafood, and
tropical fruits of which rambutan, mangosteen and durian are the most
famous.
Covering a total area of 3,552 square kilometers, Rayong borders Chonburi
Province on the north and the west, the Gulf of Thailand on the south, and
Chantaburi Province on the east. Most of the land is marked by a series of
mountains interspersed by flat plains and large tracts of forest and fruit
plantations. Administratively, the province is divided into Mueang Rayong,
Klaeng, Ban Khai, Bang Chang, Pluak Daeng and Wang Chan districts and Khao
Chamao and Nikhom Phatthana Sub-districts.
Boasting indispensable sea-life resources, Rayong is one of the country’s
major agricultural and industrial provinces. On the other hand, the province has
maintained its traditions and customs in the daily lifestyle of the locals. The
best months to visit Rayong are from November to February.
HOW TO GET THERE
By Bus from Bangkok
Route No.1
Sukhumvit Road (Highway No.3): Starting from Bangkok passes Bangpu
District, Chonburi town, Bangsaen, Sri Racha District, Pattaya, Hat
Jomtien, Sattahip District, Ban Chang District to arrive in the center
of Rayong Province. The total distance is 220 kilometers.
Route No.2
The most popular route, starting from Bangna-Trat Road (Highway No.34) via Bang
Phli and Bang Bo District (Samut Prakan Province) and Highway No.3 at km. 70.
The total distance is 220.
Route No.3
Drive along Highway No.3 to Bang Lamung, then turn off of Highway No.3 at Km.140
and continue on Highway No.36 to Rayong. Total distance is 210 kilometers.
Route No.4
Taking Highway No.344 (Ban Bung-Klaeng) at Chonburi town, passing Ban Bung, Nong
Yai, Wang Chan and finishing at Klaeng District, Rayong Province. The total
distance is 100 kilometers. (Bangkok-Chonburi is 80 kilometers)
This route is suitable for those who like to go sightseeing in Klaeng District
and Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park or passing through Chanthaburi Province.
Route No.5
Use the Motorway, starting from Phatthanakarn Road, Prawet District, Bangkok and
drive all the way up to Pattaya (120 kilometers), then switch to use Highway
No.36 and proceed for another 50 kilometers to Rayong.
By Air
Bangkok Airways operates one flight everyday from Phuket via Ko Samui to Rayong-U
Ta Pao International Airport. For more information contact Bangkok Airways in
Bangkok, Tel :(662) 265 5555 or travel agencies in Rayong.
By Bus
Rayong is the gateway from the east to the north and northeast. As such, there
are many regular bus services connecting Rayong and Bangkok and other province
such as Chiang Mai, Nakhon Ratchasima and Nong Khai.
FESTIVALS
 Rayong Fruit Fair
Rayong Fruit Fair, held around May-June, is designed to promote and market
fruits and other products made from fruits and seafood of the province. Colorful
fruit-decorated floats vie for prizes. There are fruit contests and agricultural
exhibitions.
Sunthon Phu Day
Sunthon Phu Day is held annually on 26 June, the date of his birth. Sunthon Phu
was the early Rattanakosin Period’s foremost poet, and his poems are widely
acclaimed for their lyrical verse and pictorial language. The best of his poems
is the epic romance Phra Aphai Mani. In 1986, he was listed as a person of
international literary distinction by UNESCO. Activities include a procession of
cars featuring Sunthon Phu’s literary works, competitions on poetry writing and
painting of scenes from Sunthon Phu’s poetry.
The Robing of the Phra Chedi Klang Nam
The Robing of the Phra Chedi Klang Nam is a traditional fair held annually
during the full-moon period of the 12th lunar month, coinciding with Loi
Krathong Festival in November. Held at Wat Pak Nam in Mueang district, there are
religious rites, long boat races, a delightful Loi Krathong and other pleasant
entertainment.
LOCAL PRODUCTS
Crystal products
Handmade products of Thailand that come with high, internationally accepted
quality. Visit Lotus Crystal Factory in Pluak Daeng District to see how good
they are.
Fried Durian
A popular product among Thai and foreign tourists alike. With its delicious
taste, travelers just can’t help sampling one and buying two packs to take home.
Fried Durian can be purchased at Ban Phe market and the Fruit market at Tapong.
Fruits
Fruits are famous in Rayong, particularly from May until the middle of July,
when durian, rambutans and mangosteen are available.
Reed Mats
Reet mats and other beautiful reed products, such as purses, handbags and hats,
are a local cottage industry in the villages of Kram and Klaeng Districts. One
of the best places to buy this gift is from the women’s charity group located
near the monument of Sunthorn Phu.
Seafood Products
Seafood Products such as shrimp paste, fish sauce, dried prawns, squid and other
dried seafood are important and well known local products, due to their high
quality and moderate prices. The best places to buy these products are in Ban
Phe market or in any of Rayong's markets.
Information by Tourism Authority of
Thailand
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