Fah Thai Magazine March/April 2018 - Infight Magazine of Bangkok Airways

OVERTURES
THAILAND TREASURES
Krabi’s
Inner
Beauty
The sheer beauty of Krabi
– radiant in its dazzling
cerulean waters that
blend and sometimes
contrast with an indigo
sky and dreamy sunsets
– puts it at the top of the
list for many travellers.
If the pull of the sea, sand, and karst
islands weren’t enough, Krabi offers
forests and mountains, along with
local history, a thriving mix of cultural
heritage and therapeutic regimens that
create an overall feel of wellbeing.
To top it all off is the hospitality and
friendliness of the local people that
makes the island a true sanctuary for
relaxation and indulgence in nature.
Photos Courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand
THE ROMANCE OF LAEM SAK
Your boat trip from Laem Sak will pass
by dramatic landscapes, including the
amazing ancient cliff paintings. Be part
of the flora and fauna preservation
by participating in an orchid planting
activity. Experience the diverse Buddhist-
Islamic-Chinese culture, where people
of different origins and beliefs have
co-existed in harmony for generations.
A local dish not to be missed is rice
prepared with a local shrimp paste and
served with the crunch of seaweed
grapes known as green caviar.
THE HAPPINESS OF
WANDERING FREELY
A Krabi outing takes you to the mangrove
forest and the tranquil village of Thung
Yi Pheng in the Lanta Island district.
Relax your mind and body during your
stay in the local community, enveloped
by tranquillity and surrounded by nature.
Practise some mindfulness while listening
to birdsong and rustling leaves and cool
breezes. Let your thoughts flow with the
streams. This great combination with
nature makes you come away revitalised.
Opposite Page,
Bottom Left
Calm waters
smooth the path
to paddle through
Thung Yi Pheng.
Expect to see fishes,
lobsters, shrimps
and hopefully,
a crab-eating
macaque monkey.
Opposite
Kayaking along
the Laem Sak route
brings you closer
to nature and its
stillness.
Below Top
Koh Klang is one
place to visit and
learn about local
village life.
Bottom
The mangrove trees
of Thung Yi Pheng.
In Krabi, you’re spoilt for choice
with the many well-known natural
havens – having been amplified by word
of mouth and power of social media.
Popular islands and destinations include
Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, Koh Hong,
Koh Poda, Ao Nang bay, Ao Railey, Ao
Luek, and Khlong Muang beach. From
bungalows to luxury hotels, abundant
places offer modern and comprehensive
facilities, and travel companies are at
the ready to arrange island-hopping
daytrips or pampering massages and
wellness retreats.
We highly recommend a deep
immersion in the Krabi experience
and the following five compelling
trips should tell you why the alluring
attractions of the island makes for a
special getaway.
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