This hourglass-shaped province, Prachuap for short, bridges the southern and central regions of Thailand.

It has a coast studded with beaches, national parks, hilltop temples, golf courses and many other attractions.

The beach towns range from the heavily touristed to the downright sedate, and the lengthy coastline is perfect for a road trip alongside the sea. The most popular tourist destination is Hua Hin, a well developed city with plenty of family resorts overlooking miles of beaches.

Family-friendly Thailand

The best family-friendly places to visit in Thailand

Thailand has been working hard to shed its reputation as a backpacker party hub, and reinvent itself as a family-friendly travel destination. You’re probably familiar with the country’s main tourism hotspots; Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the more famous islands. But there’s much more to Thailand than makes it into the travel brochures, and venturing just a few steps off the well-trodden path can be hugely rewarding...read more