Had Yao or Long Beach is Krabi’s next big thing, set for major development. Located across the river to the southeast of Krabi Town, this large and almost completely flat peninsula has a 10 kilometer logn beach and I s just 25 minutes from Krabi’s international airport and 40 minutes from Krabi Town and Ao Nang.

The unspoiled beaches at Klong Muang and Tub Kaek are just a stone’s throw from Ao Nang and yet the peace and serenity there is a million miles from the tourist area and big resorts just down the road. Klong Muang and Tup Kaek are the up-market side of Krabi. A couple of excellent and inexpensive guesthouses are available for those on a buget, but most resorts there are 5 stars. Generally catering to families and couples, Klong Muang and Tup Kaek are the places to be if you are after a chic holiday. It is there that you really get the so deserved peaceful repose, surrounded by pristine nature, Facilities in the area are still under development but all resorts are first-class with the services you expect. There are also a few good resaurants in the area that are worth trying. Over the next few years Klong Muang and Tup Kaek will emerge an s Southern Thailand’s premier holiday destination. Take advantage before it crowds up.

The picturesque town of Krabi is usually a transport hub of travelers on their way to places such as Ao Nang, Koh Lanta, Puhuket and other places in the South of Thailand. The main bus station is located here, and you will undoubtedly pass through Krabi Town on your way to anywhere you want to go. It is a charming town, with a more 'local' feel to it than perhaps the tourist areas of Ao Nang. There are good restaurants and bars here, but they might not be as obvious to come across. The accommodation in Krabi will be cheaper, as will the food, especially if you eat at the local markets. The people are genuinely friendly and helpful and with the new addition of maps located on prominent stands on the pavement, it is easier to find your way around. The best way to explore the town is to just start walking and see what you can find. Sooner of later, I always seem to end up back where I started!