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    Thailand's Best Post-Party Beaches

    Want to relax by the beach after a big party weekend?

    Every summer, thousands of gay party-goers from around the world, especially from Asia, come to ThailandĀ to join the gCircuit Songkran dance festivalĀ which takes place in BangkokĀ in mid-April. While some visitors have to fly back home the next day, others can afford to take a longer vacation.

    Unless you are completely wasted and can barely move, you may want to consider a change of scenery. Rather than staying cooped in your Bangkok hotel room, why not go to a beach somewhere, listen to the sounds of the ocean, sip coconut juice and enjoy the sunset?

    If that sounds like a good way to recover from a party hangover, here are some of the top beach destinations in Thailand:

    Pattaya for Editorial 2The Quick Fix

    PattayaĀ and its beaches may not have the most calming effect, but it is the closest gay beach destination to Bangkok - only about an-hour drive.Ā  There are severalĀ gay bars,Ā dance clubs,Ā saunas, massage spas in Pattaya (if you're still in the mood for any kind of human interaction or homo activity). Ā Stay at one of the niceĀ luxury hotels in PattayaĀ if you want more privacy.

    Samed for Editorial 2The Gay-Favourite

    The tropical island of Koh SametĀ is a perfect option if you don’t mind a 4-hour commute from Bangkok. The beaches have soft sand, beautiful views and a laid-back atmosphere. The resorts on SametĀ are very gay-friendly. An excellent place to go on own or with your friends.

    Hua Hin for Editorial 3The Replenisher

    Those who partied too much and ate too little may experience post-party hunger. The beach resort town ofĀ Hua Hin, also about 4 hours' drive from Bangkok,Ā is a great place to satisfy your appetite and refuel your energy with delicious food of all kinds. The beach here is not as pretty as Samet, but there are many more fabulous hotels and villasĀ to choose from - the villa-style resorts with private pools are strongly recommended.

    Samui for Editorial 1The No-Brainer

    Since you had been ā€˜flying’ for hours at the clubs, another flight shouldn’t hurt. A one-hour flight from Bangkok will take you to either SamuiĀ or Phuket. There are great beaches on both islands. If you’ve stayed at a certain beach, try a different one (or stick with what you like).

    Samui has some very cool hotels including the W Retreat. The gay scene isĀ more laid-back here, and much smaller than on Phuket. If you go to Phuket and want to check out its gay nightlife, then staying at aĀ hotel in PatongĀ is not a bad idea.

    Koh Kood for EditorialThe Far and Away

    If there is any serotonin left in your brain, then you may be in the mood for something different. Consider less-popular beach islands likeĀ Koh Chang, Koh Tao, Koh Lipe or Koh Kood. Journey time is longer (up to 6 or 8 hours) depending on your transport schedules. Some waiting and walking will be necessary; and the further you go, the less convenient and comfortable it will be. So, make sure you are up for that kind of adventure.

    In any case, don’t forget to bring your sunglasses and apply sunscreen lotion. Happy recovery!

    Last updated: March 25, 2017

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