Ao Noi

[Big Boy]

A friend posted a few photos on Facebook this morning. I can't believe how many times I've been to Prachuap, but have never found this little bit of paradise. As soon as I saw it (labelled as Prachuap Khiri Khan) I was confused, because I just couldn't place where it was.

As soon as my car comes out of the hospital, I just have to book a quick zip-trip to check it out properly. Quite excited.

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[Bamboo Grove]

Ao Noi is really pleasant, at least it used to be when I lived in Hua Hin. Very relaxed. I have been there a few times.

[Big Boy]

Yes, it certainly looks it. I just find it incredible I've missed it all of this time.

[buksida]

That whole area is nice, but avoid the weekends when it gets mobbed with Bangkokers.

[Big Boy]

Aiming for Monday/Tuesday in 2 weeks time. Will put car through its paces at the same time.

[PeteC]

Isn't there a small Thai airbase there too that goes back to WWII?

[Big Boy]

That's the other end of Prachuap, Ao Manao - site of the Japanese invasion row. Where, if you read (and believe) the plaques, Thailand kicked Japan's arse. Been there many times. I've just never turned left towards Ao Noi.

[buksida]

Yes, Wing 5 at Ao Manao, and a little golf course which is ideal for us hackers!

[Ms Tigger]

Isn't there a small Thai airbase there too that goes back to WWII?

Yes, that's Wing 5 at Ao Manao. You just have to sign in at the guardroom (free entry), really lovely beach, eateries, hotel etc. Well worth a visit.
There's also a museum there remembering the battle of Prachuap Kiri Khan against the Japanese in WW2.

[Liberty70]

The Reclining Buddha Cave at Wat Ao Noi is definitely worth a look if your in the area

[Big Boy]

Yes, thank you - already on my to do list

[pharvey]

Have to say it looks a great place/area - I'm quite pi$$ed off that I never found it or visited. It's certainly going to be one recommended to friends and family (well cousins at least) in Asia who do frequent and do appreciate Thailand.

Without a car of your own, is it a case of a "Driver for the day" or other?

[STEVE G]

Without a car of your own, is it a case of a "Driver for the day" or other?

Now you need BB to carry on his exploration of the Thai rail system!

[buksida]

Prachuap is about an hour away on a train, but you'd need wheels when you get there as the bays and attractions are quite spread out. Prolly easier to rent a car for a couple of days if you don't have one.

[Big Boy]

If I was doing it alone I would most certainly use the train. However, Mrs BB will be coming with me, and unfortunately, the wet weather has seen her health deteriorate slightly. I will need to have the wheelchair with me, and we can't be too far from her oxygen condenser - I can't manage all of that on public transport.

The good news is I should get my car back today or tomorrow (thought it was yesterday, but forgot about the Bank Holiday).