Hua Hin, Thailand, has been a glamorous vogue for the Thai high society and an escape for the Royals as early as in the 1830s. Sitting in the peninsula of the country, the area is famous for its warm and soothing climate with stretches of beaches, away from the hustle of Bangkok and Pattaya. The district is now a major destination for a tranquil getaway for luxury chasers.

Where To Eat. 

A half hour drive from downtown Hua Hin are the vineyards of Monsoon Valley. The hilly terrain and the dry sandy soil produces the country’s only award-winning wines. The winery offers a reasonably sized tasting menu at its bar & restaurant which provides a spectacular panoramic view of the vineyards. You can also join the winery for its vineyard tours and grape-picking adventure.

Where To Play.

Hua Hin is blessed with a high density of the best golf courses in the country. The courses are not only a challenge for golfers but are set in some picturesque landscapes with greens set aside long beaches and mountains in the background. Banyan Golf Course is one of the most prestigious courses, with a gorgeous view over the ocean and clubhouses and restaurants overlooking the greens built in Lanna-style architecture.

What To See.

This royal Victorian-style retreat, Mrigadayavan Palace, was built in the 1920s as the first summer palace in Hua Hin. The complex is made from teak wood and painted light blue. The beach-side palace is linked by elevated walkways connecting bed chambers and reading rooms decorated with open windows and high ceilings. King Rama VI was a literature enthusiast and photos of him in his study room composing poetic works with curtains dancing in the seas breeze are exhibited in the theater hall.

Where To Sunbathe.

Hua Hin’s main beach is usually over-crowded. To indulge into a private and relaxed coze, head to a beach side resort for a drink or lunch where you can at the same time enjoy the resort’s private beaches and lap pools. Rest on a daybed or soak yourself in the sun on the sands. Intercontinental Hua Hin is a popular go-to with the most decorative beach-side lounge in the area.

Where To Shop.

The Santorini Park is a shopping outlet and a treasure for local wall art. Step into a slice of Greece at this theme park and admire the colorful streets here. Remember to have your camera ready, as the park is filled with art displays that are replaced every few months. If you visit during spring, the theme park blossoms with floral trees that overhang the pebbled walkways and corridors.

Where to Relax.

A holistic escape will not be complete without a spa session at Hua Hin. Endless beaches mean endless amounts of beach side resorts and a handful of spas to choose from. Each resort in Hua Hin has a unique characteristic at its spa. So Sofitel Hua Hin has a signature LED-lighted cocoon, where you can wind-down under some shining lights and relax with complimentary hot tea after your treatment.