Thailand Beaches Insider: Mason Florence

Thailand Beaches Insider: Mason Florence

Mason Florence has called Thailand home since 2002 and works as one of Asia's leading travel writers.

WHERE NOT TO GO

Where NOT to go

Where NOT to go

Don't waste your precious holiday time when seeking out the best Thai beaches. Our Insider has the hits, and the misses.

NEAR THE BEATEN TRACK

Near the beaten track

Near the beaten track

Check out our Insider's tips on the much hyped Full Moon Party on Ko Pha Ngan and get his advice on Phuket.

ITINERARIES

48-hour itinerary

48-hour itinerary

Only have a weekend to get the most of Thailand's beaches, follow this plan that sees you taking in the best of Hua Hin on the Gulf of Thailand.
One week itinerary

One week itinerary

Got a week to seek out the sand and sun in the Land of Smiles? Follow this itinerary for the best beach hopping.

LISTS

Adventurous types

Adventurous types

Feel like doing more than flipping through a magazine and acquiring a sunburn at the beach? Check out these adrenaline activities on offer in Thailand for something different.
Hit the beach

Hit the beach

Our Insider gives the low-down on Thailand's best beaches. Check out the waves that top our list.

THAI BEACH GALLERIES

Malaysia's best beachesThailand's best beaches

Thailand is home to some of the most beautiful beaches and jaw-dropping diving in all of Asia. Check out some of our favourite patches of sand and surf.

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Hotel reviews

Hotel reviewsOur Insider has the best unbiased info on hotels and resorts on Thailand's beaches.

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Awesome links

Awesome linksCheck out our round-up of the best blogs and information sites that feature Thailand's beaches.
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