Tourism: Three Thai beaches in Asia's top 10 list: TripAdvisor

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Three Thai beaches in Asia's top 10 list: TripAdvisor
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Nai Harn Beach/Photo by TripAdvisor

BANGKOK: -- Three Thai beaches are featured in TripAdvisor's top 10 list for Asia, with Phuket's Nai Harn beach taking the third spot.

Travellers' Choice award-winning beaches were determined based on the quantity and quality of traveller reviews and ratings for beaches on TripAdvisor gathered over a 12-month period.

"Thailand's southern beaches are world-renowned with many tourists from around the world visiting every year. We are delighted that they have been recognised by TripAdvisor as one of the best beaches in Asia. We hope to continue welcoming more visitors to our beautiful Thai beaches," said Pichaya Saisaengchan, director for Domestic Public Relations Division for Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Also on Asia’s top 10 list under the 2015 Travellers’ Choice awards for Beaches are Railey Beach in Krabi (7), Kata beach in Phuket (8) and Phra Nang beach (9), according to a release by the travel web site.

"It's that time of year when most people are dreaming of lying on a beach, so it's the perfect time to unveil the world's best beaches, based on feedback from the TripAdvisor community," said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor.

Top 10 Travellers' Choice Beaches in Asia:

1. White Beach, Boracay, Philippines

2. Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island, India

3. Nai Harn Beach, Phuket, Thailand

4. Ngapali Beach, Ngapali, Myanmar

5. Yapak Beach (Puka Shell Beach), Boracay, Philippines

6. Agonda Beach, Agonda, India

7. Railay Beach, Krabi, Thailand

8. Kata Noi Beach, Phuket, Thailand

9. Phra Nang Beach, Krabi, Thailand

10. Otres Beach, Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Nai Harn is ranked No 1 in the top 10 beaches in Thailand. Of total, eight are located in Phuket and Krabi.

1. Nai Harn Beach, Phuket

"It was one of the best beaches of Phuket. Small but superb and waves were smooth. Loved Nai Harn.," commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.

2. Railay Beach, Krabi

"Blissful location reachable by Long Tail boat from Ao Nang for 150 baht each way. So much to explore, wildlife, walking, caves, climbing and lots of friendly monkeys."

3. Kata Noi Beach, Phuket

"It was a stunning clean beach with turquoise sea and light golden sand. It is a public beach but it is one of the cleanest public beaches that I have been to," added a TripAdvisor reviewer.

4. Phra Nang Beach, Krabi

A TripAdvisor reviewer said, "The sand is smooth and descends evenly and the waters are crystal blue. If you are feeling brave, swim over to the cave and climb around during low tide."

5. Sunrise Beach, Satun

"I can see myself living here for the rest of my life - the beach is beautiful beyond words and locals are a laid back and fun-loving bunch. I’m definitely coming back here!" commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.

6. Thong Nai Pan Noi, Surat Thani

A TripAdvisor reviewer noted, "I’d go back to this beach any day- the best beach in Thailand in my opinion."

7. Karon Beach, Phuket

"This beach is located a little uphill and hence is very scenic. You can actually see clouds on hill just in front of you," said a TripAdvisor reviewer.

8. Freedom Beach, Phuket

"The place is gorgeous and an oasis of peace," commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.

9. Long Beach, Krabi

"Very nice beach, we stayed here daytime and it was great. Nice sand, great water and easy-going atmosphere," said a TripAdvisor reviewer.

10. Laem Tong Bay, Krabi

A TripAdvisor reviewer said, "Very beautiful sand beach with palm trees around and luxury hotels, also some nice quiet bars and restaurants along the beach."

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/business/Three-Thai-beaches-in-Asias-top-10-list-TripAdviso-30254356.html


-- The Nation 2015-02-18

[clockman]

You know tripadvisor is only a guide! not always right?

[Upnotover]

Three Four Thai beaches in Asia's top 10 list: TripAdvisor

[hansgruber]

Karon made Thailand's top 10?

Is Stevie Wonder the reviewer?

[roo860]

Which beach had the best beds?

[jacky54]

so what

[roo860]

It's very important in Phuket, did you not know!!!!!

[ratcatcher]

Son of a beach, Pattaya Bay not on that list?

[uptheos]

What no Samui beaches?

[thesetat2013]

One has to wonder how much TAT paid to get these spots. I could be wrong though given the reports only speak about the sand and the sea. They don't mention anything else. Does anyone know if this guy visited these places before Prayuth had the vendors and chairs removed?

[berybert]

They cant manage to count 4 out of 10 properly but are confident 27.1235467% more people will visit said beaches this year compared to last.

[SoilSpoil]

Good that the more private beaches are ignored.

[starkey_rich]

Karon made Thailand's top 10?

Is Stevie Wonder the reviewer?

He must have been considering it says it located a little uphill???

No mention of the numerous drownings per year there.

I heard somewhere that tripadvisor has something going on with TAT don't know if that true or what

[englishoak]

Who gives a a rats about a made up listing on popular tourist beaches ?

When Phuket has even one on the list you know its a load of rubbish

I can think of more outstanding beaches that arnt on that list and the last thing im going to do is tell people and ruin them.

[lemonjelly]

due to the fact that they are the most visited beaches.......

[Sviss Geez]

One has to wonder how much TAT paid to get these spots. I could be wrong though given the reports only speak about the sand and the sea. They don't mention anything else. Does anyone know if this guy visited these places before Prayuth had the vendors and chairs removed?

" Does anyone know if this guy visited these places..."

There isn't "a guy" visiting these beaches, there are different individuals expressing their opinion of various beaches on the Trip Advisors site.

[hanno]

I have been to all the beaches in Thailand listed and I really think they are not all that bad. But of course the usual TV forum reflexes are kicking in.....

[surangw]

will patong be outlawing large brimmed hats for shade soon ?

[Lokie]

Hilarious, beaches are the worse I have seen in my short time in coming here since 2006, was much better before they shifted the sunbeds and illeagle bars/resturants etc Now they do not look inviting and if the sun is strong then at your peril if you have kids, is ridiculous what has gone on. Get shut of the jet ski's bring back Sunbeds and Umberellas (in a controlled fashion) also licence beach vendors - Bars/Resturants...

Oh forgot is Thailand - impossible to be done fairly to all, but never mind Trip Advisor says all is well?

[Xircal]

I heard somewhere that tripadvisor has something going on with TAT don't know if that true or what

Could well be true. Here's an article along those lines: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/hotels/8050127/Tripadvisor-reviews-can-we-trust-them.html

[alfalfa19]

I've been to Naiharn, it was nothing special in my opinion. Cloudy water, rip off merchants, etc. Beaches on Koh Chang have it beat hands down.

[smotherb]

You know tripadvisor is only a guide! not always right?

I've read so much garbage on TripAdvisor, I thought I was reading . . . .

[mango66]

I've been to Naiharn, it was nothing special in my opinion. Cloudy water, rip off merchants, etc. Beaches on Koh Chang have it beat hands down.

beaches in Koh Chang !

you get free sand fly bites,

a souvenier which lasts foir nearly 2 months on your legs and scin !!

Very nice beaches indeed !!

[mango66]

I can agree with thang Nai pan noi !

Havn't seen a chinese yet there !!!

[gk10002000]

I agree with Karon beach. The water is fine being on the west coast. Plenty of restaurants across the street. No street noise from cars. Enough nightlife to go out and have a drink or two and chat with some ladies. But what I liked most was being able go in the water, turn around and face the land and look up and see the giant buddha. To me that was supremely serene and awe inspiring. The green hills with the buddha rising above it.

[gjoo888]

I heard somewhere that tripadvisor has something going on with TAT don't know if that true or what

Could well be true. Here's an article along those lines: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/hotels/8050127/Tripadvisor-reviews-can-we-trust-them.html

Where in the Telegraph story does it imply that the TAT "has something going on" with Tripadvisor?

[cookee68]

I can see 4 in the top 10

[Jiggo]

What number was Pattaya.........when there was one

[daveAustin]

I'd put Kata Noi in front of Nai Harn. Don't understand the cynicism, Phuket deserves some accolades for its beaches. There might be more stunning ones in Phi Phi and Samui area (Ang Thong) but this ain't about that apparently.

[Johnny S]

Shows that Tripadvisor is sheit - No Vietnam beaches on the list ... Have nobody ever been to Hoi An or Nha Trang - beat most thai beaches for sure and cheap