where to "zone out"

[elgenon]

I'd like to here about a place in Thailand that is relatively easy to get to but has a view that would allow me to just "space out" (let my mind flow) and totally relax for about 4 days. So I guess this would be a physical place and where to stay there. I hope I am being clear. Not sure.

[dotpoom]

Goh Chang has some nice spots.

[pumpjack]

koh chang

hau hin

chang mai

koh phi phi

 

or somewhere to definately blow your mind ,  soi 6/1 pattaya

[KhunBENQ]

4 hours ago, elgenon said:

that is relatively easy to get to

Where from?

Are you someplace in Thailand or flying in from overseas?

 

[maximillian]

Khao Yai Area. Many beatiful options there. Not cheap though.

[1FinickyOne]

So many options - do you like mountains, beach, river or just a nicely landscaped resort with a pool... and what is the starting point and how far do you want to travel? 

[Minnehaha]

mountains work for me. beaches used to do, but I havent been to a Thai beach that I liked in 20 years. too hot, for starters. in the mountains you can get cooler temp and isolation and quiet and a bit of nature. Khao Yai is a good one, although it is a hassle to get to from Bkk. Kanchanaburi is also nice. 

 

[Rainville]

Pai.

[Laza 45]

Chiang Khan in Loie province.. relax by the big river.. good food, nice market and great scenery... Air Asia has a flight from Don Muang to Loie and a van connection to Chiang Khan.. not may ferang tourists but weekends can be busy with local visitors.. 

 

[Laza 45]

Just now, Rainville said:

Pai.

I haven't been for years..  but yes.. a good place to chill out.. 

[Henricus]

home

 

[stephen mills]

Koh Lanta....Lanta Old Town is chill. 15 mins. by motorbike to other side of island for a night out.

[GordonP]

I regularly go to the Khong Chiam District by the river. Wonderful place to chill.

[tryasimight]

Any room...anywhere....just close your eyes...and relax......

[SOUTHERNSTAR]

Check into a temple on top of a mountain in the north and live the life of a monk for a few days. It should be relaxing if not you will have a tale to tell without spending a fortune.

Edited July 21, 2017 by SOUTHERNSTAR

[smotherb]

Silom Massage and Sauna

[Ulic]

The swimming pool.

[elgenon]

18 hours ago, pumpjack said:

koh chang

hau hin

chang mai

koh phi phi

 

or somewhere to definately blow your mind ,  soi 6/1 pattaya

Hmmm. Not sure sure that would be mellow and ethereal. Not looking for a mind blow job. : )  But thanks.

[elgenon]

16 hours ago, Laza 45 said:

Chiang Khan in Loie province.. relax by the big river.. good food, nice market and great scenery... Air Asia has a flight from Don Muang to Loie and a van connection to Chiang Khan.. not may ferang tourists but weekends can be busy with local visitors.. 

 

Sounds good. Thanks for the details. Any specific place to stay you would recommend?

 

 

Edited July 22, 2017 by elgenon
additional info wanted

[elgenon]

18 hours ago, dotpoom said:

Goh Chang has some nice spots.

Can you recommend a specific hotel?

[elgenon]

18 hours ago, KhunBENQ said:

Where from?

Are you someplace in Thailand or flying in from overseas?

 

Would probably be going from Bangkok.

[elgenon]

18 hours ago, maximillian said:

Khao Yai Area. Many beatiful options there. Not cheap though.

Can you tell me any specific locations and hotels? 

[elgenon]

18 hours ago, kenk24 said:

So many options - do you like mountains, beach, river or just a nicely landscaped resort with a pool... and what is the starting point and how far do you want to travel? 

I think ease of travel more important than distance. Maybe on a cliff overlooking the ocean or on a hill/mountain overlooking a river/valley. Not looking for a resort w a pool.

 

Thanks for helping me formulate what I am looking for.

[elgenon]

17 hours ago, Minnehaha said:

mountains work for me. beaches used to do, but I havent been to a Thai beach that I liked in 20 years. too hot, for starters. in the mountains you can get cooler temp and isolation and quiet and a bit of nature. Khao Yai is a good one, although it is a hassle to get to from Bkk. Kanchanaburi is also nice. 

 

I have thought about Kanchanaburi. Where would you recommend staying and what is the easiest way to get there? I don't have a vehicle.

 

Are you saying getting to Khao Yai is easy from some place else? Where?

[elgenon]

16 hours ago, Rainville said:

Pai.

I have read that Pai has lost its charm. Where in Pai would you recommend staying?

[elgenon]

16 hours ago, Laza 45 said:

Chiang Khan in Loie province.. relax by the big river.. good food, nice market and great scenery... Air Asia has a flight from Don Muang to Loie and a van connection to Chiang Khan.. not may ferang tourists but weekends can be busy with local visitors.. 

 

Thanks, will check it out. Any specific place to stay that you would recommend?

[elgenon]

16 hours ago, stephen mills said:

Koh Lanta....Lanta Old Town is chill. 15 mins. by motorbike to other side of island for a night out.

Thanks, will check it out.  Any specific place to stay?

Edited July 22, 2017 by elgenon
additional info wanted

[elgenon]

16 hours ago, GordonP said:

I regularly go to the Khong Chiam District by the river. Wonderful place to chill.

Sorry, not familiar w that. Is that Bangkok? Any specific recommendation for place to stay?

[Laza 45]

23 minutes ago, elgenon said:

Thanks, will check it out. Any specific place to stay that you would recommend?

My son and I just found a guesthouse by the river.. it was all in Thai so I don't know the name.. if you are planning to be there over a weekend I'd book something in advance as it can get quite busy with locals.. there are quite a few to choose from if you Google Chiang Khan.. a room with a river view is good..   enjoy!

[Laza 45]

40 minutes ago, elgenon said:

Sorry, not familiar w that. Is that Bangkok? Any specific recommendation for place to stay?

That looks interesting..  https://www.google.com.au/search?q=Khong+Chiam+District&rlz=1C1GGRV_enTH748TH748&oq=Khong+Chiam+District&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8