Bye Samui, See Ya Phangan! Few Know This Beach GEM + Bargain Rooms & Top Resorts Hidden Thailand

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  • Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
  • Come along off the beaten track to one of STL's fav but little known Thailand beach gems. Hope you enjoy as much as I did. Cheers, STL

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  • @SideTripLife
    @SideTripLife  18 дней назад +4

    Nadine/Bamboo Resort Khanom: facebook.com/BambooKhanom/
    Khanom Hotels: www.agoda.com/khanom/maps/nakhon-si-thammarat-th.html?cid=1898974
    Buy me a beer: www.buymeacoffee.com/SideTripLIFE

  • @andrerodriguez3043
    @andrerodriguez3043 18 дней назад +28

    You did it again my friend. Your videos do not get more high quality than this. You showcase Thailand so eloquently.

  • @des632
    @des632 18 дней назад +15

    I do like the way you put the maps up , 🙏👍

  • @kevinomalley1521
    @kevinomalley1521 18 дней назад +24

    Ah, I see you havent' started making 2hr videos yet. A shame, but this will do! Lol. Hope you're well sir.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад +9

      Thanks. I'm both amazed and grateful a few watch even 30 mins (esp without nodding off;)

  • @philipcryptolover95
    @philipcryptolover95 18 дней назад +13

    I stayed 2 weeks in Khanom in March. One week in Vish Hotel & second week in Sea Breeze House on Naiplao Beach (you covered them 12/18 months ago!). Barely any farangs at the time bar some intrepid continental Europeans. And as your drone shots showed beaches entirely deserted. Well worth it & not yet destroyed by overtourism like other previously fantastic places in Southern Thailand.

  • @kirri86
    @kirri86 18 дней назад +12

    I was just thinking 10 minutes ago I would like to see a new video from your channel.. that would make my night 🎉

  • @wade8812
    @wade8812 18 дней назад +7

    I proposed to my fiancé during a sunrise on Khanom beach. Beautiful place and feels like thailand from 20 years ago.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад

      Wonderful, congrats!

    • @wade8812
      @wade8812 18 дней назад +1

      @@SideTripLife Great video. If i can recommend a nice place - Follow the beach road south towards Sichon and there's a cafe called Sea Circle Cafe. Really nice food and quiet beach if you get a chance to check it out!

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад

      Yep, great spot, stopped by there and more, vid upcoming

  • @janus302
    @janus302 18 дней назад +6

    Thanks for the nice movie,you are by far the best for making movies ,and giving very good information about Thailand. 😇🙏

  • @Momabear1
    @Momabear1 15 часов назад

    Thank you for showing ne this private spot. I away from homeland since childhoid.. now I'm a tourist in my own Homeland. I can't wait to vone back for my final golden years.. thank you for respectful video of my country. ❤

  • @ewengillies9826
    @ewengillies9826 18 дней назад +2

    I'm with you STL there's nothing better than being away from people to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of a place. This is an area I never got to see funny nobody even mentioned it and it is a real secret hidden gem. Thanks for highlighting it my friend. Bushyboy Oz

  • @kessikardinal6317
    @kessikardinal6317 18 дней назад +5

    your tips are pure gold for me....thank you soooooo much 🤗

  • @karltraveldude7817
    @karltraveldude7817 18 дней назад +3

    Thanks! Please stop making me want to go to Thailand !! LOL 555 Thank you STL ,, enjoy ....

  • @makeech
    @makeech 18 дней назад +4

    Love your clips and love Thailand, great detail and prices, keep up the great work, always looking forward to your next upload

  • @aro-rat
    @aro-rat 18 дней назад +3

    RUclips algorithm brought your video to me, what a gift.

  • @eTiMaGo
    @eTiMaGo 17 дней назад +2

    I've been to Khanom countless times ;) But there's still so many amazing places to discover around there! Thanks for a lovely video! The maps are a great touch by the way!

  • @N3v3rAround
    @N3v3rAround 9 дней назад

    Im so excited about this Khanom series. I fell in love with Khanom the last time you went. I was blown away by the chill vibe and endless empty beaches. Im praying you make these videos longer with endless sidetrips throughout. Love your content and thanks for all the work you put in

  • @lutach
    @lutach 16 дней назад +1

    Another short video, this one could've went for hours and I would watch it. Thank you once again for the short great video lol.

  • @mariettathornton5924
    @mariettathornton5924 17 дней назад +1

    OMG- my husband and I were beginning to wonder about what happened to you! So glad to see you back & love this awesome video❤❤❤ Thanks for sharing this vlog & so dying to see your next one 😊

  • @tenminutetravelbreak
    @tenminutetravelbreak 18 дней назад +3

    Great side trip - very much in keeping with the name of the channel.

  • @nadinegires2375
    @nadinegires2375 17 дней назад +4

    Merci beaucoup !!!

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  17 дней назад +2

      Et vous aussi mon ami:) Btw any looking in, this is from Miss Nadine, humble serpent slayer and innkeeper at lovely Bamboo Resort Khanom. To contact her, or to enquire about rooms, or Khanom info, pls click the link in the pinned comment above.

  • @jimeadie8139
    @jimeadie8139 17 дней назад +1

    I stayed in Khanom and Prachuap Khiri Khan last year after watching your vids. Was definitely not disappointed, I hope to do the same this year. Thanks again 😀

  • @hannuharju-seppanen3438
    @hannuharju-seppanen3438 17 дней назад +1

    Great videos when you travel around, because i have stayed in Hua Hin many times, but more down to south looks nice, keep up the great job! 😊😊

  • @carleto9597
    @carleto9597 18 дней назад +2

    Been to Koh Samui visiting but didn't know those other beaches were there. Thanks for the new updates of the beaches, great video.

  • @stefanexplores
    @stefanexplores 18 дней назад +8

    Great concept, man! Would love to see more places like these :)

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад +4

      Stay tuned, more and even better to come....

    • @stefanexplores
      @stefanexplores 18 дней назад

      @@SideTripLife Lucky us!

    • @LJ-bq9fy
      @LJ-bq9fy 18 дней назад +2

      @@SideTripLife Are there also condos in these small hidden areas?

    • @desmcleod2604
      @desmcleod2604 17 дней назад

      Wow wouldn’t even know this place existed
      Love these places

  • @drillsgt41
    @drillsgt41 3 дня назад

    The most positive farang in Thailand. Love this channel.

  • @AjayRohaz
    @AjayRohaz 18 дней назад +3

    Great Video ! Exploring Thailand will be a #1 priority once I am retired. These videos are great and really show folks that Thailand is a safe place and people are VERY welcoming ! :)

  • @user-vq8ym7sj6b
    @user-vq8ym7sj6b 18 дней назад +1

    You said it STL, "just effin' wow"! Not surprised...but always amazed at what you are able to bring to life w/ a camera, drone, and maps. All of the areas you've shown here look like such fun to explore and the Khanom area is a real beauty! I cannot wait to see what else you have in store for us.

  • @BubblesMcGhee
    @BubblesMcGhee 3 дня назад

    Love love love these vlogs. I really appreciate the time & effort you put into these. You’re helping me plan for a young retirement.

  • @scottbloomfield2564
    @scottbloomfield2564 18 дней назад +1

    Thanks made a crappy day better. Always enjoy your videos. One of the few creators the longer videos don't bother me at all.

  • @crowiesnest
    @crowiesnest 18 дней назад +2

    As always, another great video !

  • @user-ee3mw7cy1d
    @user-ee3mw7cy1d 17 дней назад +1

    Phenomenal as always thank you STL

  • @txmale5070
    @txmale5070 18 дней назад

    good stuff as always stl. always looking forward to your next video

  • @GazzyJeff78
    @GazzyJeff78 18 дней назад +2

    Another amazing video 😊

  • @ujazz09
    @ujazz09 17 дней назад

    Great as always!

  • @boonarong7695
    @boonarong7695 13 дней назад

    Thank again for another great video showing off the beaten path resorts!
    Hope to visit sometime soon!
    Bye for now, take care!
    Peter

  • @stevesee7505
    @stevesee7505 17 дней назад +1

    Love watching your video's, very educational!!..Keep them coming!

  • @scottjohnson921
    @scottjohnson921 17 дней назад

    love the video. I really like the uncrowded places!

  • @joetato2227
    @joetato2227 18 дней назад +1

    Very useful, I'm headed that way in about a week finally ending up in Krabi.

  • @urquhmc
    @urquhmc 16 дней назад

    Great video, as always. Thanks for sharing the beauty of Thailand and its people.

  • @billsimpson2392
    @billsimpson2392 16 дней назад +1

    Most enjoyable STL. Thank you 🙏🙏

  • @Travlar
    @Travlar 17 дней назад

    "Just wow!" Took the words right out of my mouth. Only about 3 more years and I hope to be standing on one of those beaches. I'll buy you a drink if we run into each other! Thanks for another fantastic video.

  • @chrisgeorge2717
    @chrisgeorge2717 15 дней назад

    Absolutely breathtaking!

  • @denisebrooke2277
    @denisebrooke2277 17 дней назад

    I have missed seeing your videos of Thailand it was so nice to view this such a good start to my morning ❤❤

  • @Jb-mi2rm
    @Jb-mi2rm 18 дней назад +2

    Awesome 👏

  • @frednerk2127
    @frednerk2127 17 дней назад

    Great vid STL, again I think the rainy season is the best time to visit all those great beaches without the crowds. Just heading back north after visiting Cha Am area. Thanks for posting 🙃

  • @walkingwithpaul1942
    @walkingwithpaul1942 16 дней назад

    Thanks for the vids-love em.

  • @dienadel8442
    @dienadel8442 17 дней назад +1

    good evening/ good morning as you are 10 hours ahead of me. I've been following your channel for quite some time, and I like the way you put up the things. This would be the place for me, as I live in São Paulo Brazil with too many people. I would love to spend a few weeks in an isolated place like this, except for its locals. Excellent tip. Keep up the good job. Best wishes from Brazil

  • @Wrtp.
    @Wrtp. 10 дней назад

    Another great video cheers just love your videos.🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺👏👍

  • @Malin031
    @Malin031 18 дней назад +2

    Great prices and nice hotels

  • @jeffcahill5722
    @jeffcahill5722 15 дней назад

    that was a quick half hour! watched in one sitting. thanks, as always!

  • @jeffjohnsonfutdoc
    @jeffjohnsonfutdoc 5 дней назад

    Love it! Looks great!

  • @graemezimmer604
    @graemezimmer604 18 дней назад +1

    I do love Khanom! Rather expensive by Thai standards though. Thanks for showing us.

  • @SimosThailand
    @SimosThailand 13 дней назад

    Great video as always SLT 😎👍 .. great to see what’s out there that 99% of us typically pass by 😎👍

  • @andrewt1204
    @andrewt1204 18 дней назад +1

    I'm with you on the "off season,/crowdless beaches. I used to love going to places like English Bay or Canada Place to watch the fireworks, or going to Playland or the PNE, all the super busy and loud, over crowded places, but that passion died fast and now I can't stand crowds or noisy/load places. Maybe it's old age catching up to me. LMFAO CHEERS buddy. Keep safe and stay healthy. 🙂👍

  • @gregmcginnis3301
    @gregmcginnis3301 16 дней назад

    Man love watching your videos cause I will be moving to Thailand soon and can’t wait to see all of Thailand

  • @chrisclark4261
    @chrisclark4261 13 дней назад +1

    Love your vids. Getting close to retirement.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  12 дней назад

      Thx Chris, I've a feeling you're going to enjoy retirement ;)

  • @howardsmith6294
    @howardsmith6294 18 дней назад

    Great video......

  • @mauihowey
    @mauihowey 7 дней назад

    We were in Samui back in February, big mistake😬🤪high season, Chinese new year and in a weekend…….great video as always STL!

  • @philhollinshead9143
    @philhollinshead9143 18 дней назад +1

    Our Thai friend took us to Khanom from Ao Nang for a day tour , stunning place . We also visited Nan Hin Tha Ha which was also beautiful 😍

  • @rzadigi
    @rzadigi 17 дней назад

    Thanks for another great video! What a little gem of a place❤I’m hoping to find something similar up north of Phuket on the Andaman Sea. I’ll keep watching your videos til I retire there. Much love from Japan ❤❤

  • @clrodrick
    @clrodrick 17 дней назад

    Yotaka resort looks pretty nice wow. I've never been to this part of Thailand before. You are giving me ideas for next trip!

  • @sallysuttie
    @sallysuttie 17 дней назад

    Great timing, we are heading back to Khamon at the end of July (after going there last Aug) and then taking the car ferry to Koh Samui and then onto Koh Phangan. Love your video's, hopefully you put another video up before we get there.

  • @Scott-Andy
    @Scott-Andy 18 дней назад

    Returning To Thailand this coming February. Koh Samui, Phangan & Koh Tao. We love your videos ❤

    • @clrodrick
      @clrodrick 17 дней назад

      That was the exact trip I did last year. Very fun and chill.

  • @meinwurm
    @meinwurm 18 дней назад

    Wow it is so much beautiful there! One reason more to left Samui.

  • @dotted8-
    @dotted8- 18 дней назад +2

    Just checked last night to see if I missed a video. I’m following your footsteps in Kuta, Lombok right now (some of the same beaches today) and though I am following, don’t worry, I’m not stalking you, just following the video trail you blazed.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад +1

      Loved Kuta Lombok (Kuta Bali not so much;)
      Kuta Bali: ruclips.net/video/wSef3fCBTwc/видео.html
      Kuta Lombok: ruclips.net/video/-u2C0ZjfKOM/видео.html
      Even better: ruclips.net/video/qkUuEPSbGjU/видео.html
      Will be back in Indo soon for more, enjoy

    • @dotted8-
      @dotted8- 17 дней назад

      Was in Labuan Bajo before Lombok and really enjoyed it; you should check it out.

    • @dotted8-
      @dotted8- 17 дней назад +1

      Forgot to mention, ice cream man on scooter still trucking along on the beach.

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  17 дней назад

      Ice cream guy rocks!

  • @user-xg6yc8ho3w
    @user-xg6yc8ho3w 16 дней назад +1

    Your videos are my favorite for SE Asia. 🎖️

  • @user-ce2yc4no1f
    @user-ce2yc4no1f 3 дня назад

    You sold me! I'm headed there in 3 months.

  • @MrWidestripes
    @MrWidestripes 18 дней назад

    without doubt the best video's about Thailand, so interesting accompanying you on your travels, thanks!! Also the song playing when you went into Yataka resort 28:00 made my jaw drop, one of my favourite by a young artist who is sadly no longer with us, and not that well known i think. Anybody else in the comments catch it?

  • @JozieY1
    @JozieY1 16 дней назад

    Moving to thailand in September. Counting down the days.

  • @Randy-wp3bc
    @Randy-wp3bc 18 дней назад

    Agree, the less tourists the better. I always make to the end of your vids and glad I did. Beach Reggae festival up next.....Looking forward to it! 😁

  • @desmcleod2604
    @desmcleod2604 17 дней назад

    Wow love this places wouldn’t even know these places existed

  • @user-bc1bd5ig7b
    @user-bc1bd5ig7b 10 дней назад

    The entire Western side of the Gulf has tons of fantastic much less traveled beach setting options > spent a week last year approx 4+ hrs north of Khanom (in Chumphon) Thung Wua Laen (Bull) Beach > very quiet & cozy > Ferry about an hr + if I recall to Samui & Phangan > indeed hidden gems all over this side of the Gulf + I'm an early riser so the Sunrise beach walks facing East on the Gulf are spectacular 🌅

  • @samfromcanada
    @samfromcanada 18 дней назад

    I will add these spots to my list. Thx

  • @poboy9246
    @poboy9246 18 дней назад

    I stayed in that same Bungalow you're in last year and the landlady is pretty cool.

  • @BrandenLesko
    @BrandenLesko 17 дней назад

    Great video! I'm looking to make my way down south to Phang Nga and Krabi to check out the coastal areas, away from the beaten paths, on the Andaman Sea. Surat Thani and Nakhon Si Thammarat coastal areas on the gulf side also have nice beaches!

  • @ukfunklord
    @ukfunklord 18 дней назад

    We need to keep this area of Thailand a secret 😅
    Lovely video as always

  • @Sambo111
    @Sambo111 17 дней назад +2

    Hello STL i folowed you to kenom 3 years ago and enjoyed it. This time you changed the strategy and rented a car insted of motobike. i think its a better idea. last time you gave exact info about moto rent and this time where in surat you rented the car

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  17 дней назад +1

      Hi, actually bought the car last year. Was looking to buy a bike but saw the car and as it was same price as a bike and it all checked out at the mechanic and DMV (blue book/tax paid etc) bought it for 50k Baht/$1500. This was the longest road trip so far and 'Trippy' ran like a champ, so far so good (touch wood;)

  • @XXLaffinGravyXX
    @XXLaffinGravyXX 6 дней назад +1

    Yep as Dorothy once said .." Theres no place like Khanom "

  • @petermathieson5692
    @petermathieson5692 17 дней назад

    GREAT INTRO MUSIC

  • @RexxRock
    @RexxRock 16 дней назад +2

    If you go back to Vancouver you can stay at the Panda hostel by the airport for a bunk bed in a dorm for only $116 cad. What a deal !!

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  16 дней назад +1

      To get around that, on my next visit I may be doing Van Life in Vancouver for a bit, watch this space....

  • @leestephenfitzpatrick6373
    @leestephenfitzpatrick6373 15 дней назад

    Absolutely brilliant video, a hat tip to ya sir. I dislike most of the islands, far too many farang, the only island I really enjoyed was Koh Kud.

  • @antruok4950
    @antruok4950 17 дней назад +1

    6 star ⭐️ and beyond - terrible video 🤣 - Hello from Qingdao China - I will be back in L.O.S next week ✌️👋👍✔️🙏 Thanks STL

  • @lillianrosbottom7366
    @lillianrosbottom7366 18 дней назад

    This is a lovely video and the scenery astounding. But my preference to quiet for me. But thank you

  • @Swaggerlot
    @Swaggerlot 17 дней назад

    Enjoyed a trip late May, none of the crowds as you say. From Surat Thani to Nakhon Si Thammarat I don't think we saw a farang tourist, changed a bit when we got to Krabi!

  • @chrisclark4261
    @chrisclark4261 13 дней назад

    Thanks!

  • @cilenetequila
    @cilenetequila 6 дней назад

    Hey !! We love your Thailand’s video 🇹🇭😃🙏😍. We moved to Koh Phangan last year, and definitely your RUclips channel helped us a lot with that decision to come here . Are you still in Koh Phangan ?

  • @zrx1100zz
    @zrx1100zz 17 дней назад

    As always great videos. Something that might help the viewer, I like to follow along on in Google maps. I typed in your header and it didn't pop it's nice when you can type it in before you start the video so I know where you're at 😎🥃

  • @uapukuncovered
    @uapukuncovered 9 дней назад

    Another fantastic video Randy thank you.
    Yet another area to venture out to from Hua Hin when I arrive...
    If you see this Randy could you comment on the wifi availability and reliability.
    Many Thanks
    Col.👍

  • @LittleShanesHouse
    @LittleShanesHouse 15 дней назад

    Love the video! Perfect spot. Will definitely check it out. What drone is that? Ty

  • @deeinissan9966
    @deeinissan9966 18 дней назад

    A great video as usual STL, how long did you have to stay in Khanon during covid?

  • @onehappykamper
    @onehappykamper 14 дней назад

    I lived near Charli Bar in 2018. Paradise is fine for a month... or two. I got bored. I agree.. Best beach in Thailand

  • @andy-travels2345
    @andy-travels2345 17 дней назад

    hi there, yep so many places like this dotted all over thailand,, heading to indonesia in a few weeks,, its 1c here in melbourne,, get me outa here lol 🌴

  • @mauimixer6040
    @mauimixer6040 17 дней назад

    Just started watching, Awesome, I just realized last night that I didn't put the full moon patty on my calendar I'll start e nd of Aug !! And here you are, reading my mind !😜😃🤠🏖️😎
    Hopefully we can ave a drink together. What's the best way from HH to K P Gan ?

  • @DiamondMind949
    @DiamondMind949 18 дней назад +1

    6:20 holy moly that's some salty fried rice you like there!
    8:13 yes phuket is quite expensive now, some things are even more expensive than Korea -_-;; But I had to come here one last time because my favorite restaurant in the whole world is in Old Town (Jadjan).
    Next time though, I'm going to have to go to the rural areas instead

  • @4KChillVibes.
    @4KChillVibes. 17 дней назад

    i think when you were driving and found that bamboo resort was one of the earlier vlogs i saw after i subcribed, i think you either had come from koh pangan or went there after

  • @mauimixer6040
    @mauimixer6040 17 дней назад

    What the hell was that trick, about the 2bd party place, but the Price never came up !?
    I was all ready to plan a party !! So, how much ?7😳 I'm gonna guess it's under a hundred $us, which makes a once/mo neighborhood party flexibility work. It feels so good to give ! 🤷🥳😃
    . what an awesome show today, just what I needed.😊

  • @txmale5070
    @txmale5070 18 дней назад

    fair price for that aava resort and spa for 6 nights. well it is rainy season but still not bad at all.

  • @visioninprint
    @visioninprint 18 дней назад +1

    Another great video! Thanks STL!
    Quick drone question. Do I need to do anything prior bringing the same drone from Canada?
    And thank you for no sand landings this time. Lol!

    • @SideTripLife
      @SideTripLife  18 дней назад +1

      Licence is 'officially' required (got mine when purchased at dealer here). However, few tourists seem to have one as it takes ages plus red tape etc. Most are using under 149G drones like mine which is a grey area but no flying within 9km/5 miles of airports, obey 150m ceiling limit and no flying in Ntnl Parks where prohibited. On a personal note, no 'buzzing' people relaxing on a beach, or at a pool etc and moreover just use common sense.

    • @visioninprint
      @visioninprint 17 дней назад

      You mean,249grams? Either way,I will look into that license. Hopefully it’s a one time thing.
      Thanks STL!

  • @pozisus7712
    @pozisus7712 17 дней назад

    i was just askingg myself last night;where is the new video:))) thank you!

  • @thaicrazy45
    @thaicrazy45 14 дней назад

    How lovely...made me laugh as Samui just looked a stones throw away.Why would you even bother?Know where I prefer xx