If you’re searching for day-trip inspiration, we’ve got a couple of suggestions. Located 30 miles away, Khlong Thom is worth jumping in the car for. See the sights starting with Emerald Pool, Emerald Pool Hot Spring and Namtok Ron Hot Spring Waterfall. Locals will also probably point you in the direction of Ko Lanta, 40 miles away. If you only have time for one thing here, let it be Klong Dao Beach. (But we’re also big fans of Sala Dan Pier and Kawkwang Beach.)