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Back in November 2007 we heard that Pingjun was going to be rebuilt into a real resort with pool and everything. It didn`t look like a resort back then, so I couldn`t see why it was called that. Anyway, I have no idea if it has been rebuilt or if the name is changed. So, if you know anything about this, please use this form to contact me.
But I can tell you that Pingjun`s bungalows had hammocks where we could relax all day long!
And the bungalows were large enough with a simple attached bathroom.
For 300 B it was worth its value.
Another plus was their restaurant where they served Thai and Western meals at reasonable prices. We ate delicious fish meals, Pad Thais, fried bananas, spring rolls, chicken curries, pancakes and cheese toast. And you must try their fruit shakes!
Had Rin has it all: restaurants and cafes. If you`re not staying in Had Rin, check if the place you`re staying at has a restaurant. They usually have one... Otherwise, there are small cheap restaurants around Koh Pha Ngan.
Som's Restaurant
Eat cheap and delicious Thai meals at Som`s Restaurant. It`s run by a sweet family and serve excellent Thai meals. I especially enjoyed their fish ball soup (20 B).
Pizza Baguettes
Craving for some cheap Western food?
If you walk on the road behind Pingjun`s and head towards Nu Bar, you`ll see a small restaurant on your left side.
They had excellent pizza baguettes for 50 B! And they had a small selection of books which you could borrow.
Click here to read about the amazing Half Moon Party!
Are you ready to join the Full Moon Party?
Heading for Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and the parties there?
Visit the most beautiful beach on the island -- Thong Nai Pan Noi beach!
If you`re staying at Thong Nai Pan Yai and want some exercise, head north. Then walk over the hill through the jungle…and voila.. there you are!
We walked over the hill once and it wasn`t hard to find
the way. I remember
that we had to walk through a resort, but I honestly don`t remember the exact route, so ask around.
If you`re lazy, take a
5 minutes Songthaew ride.
Visit the unique Than Sadet Waterfall on the east coast of Koh Pha Ngan. It`s the biggest waterfall on Koh Pha Ngan. There are water pools where you can take a swim or big enough to hop into.
The waterfall is known for its royal visits and King Rama the 5th`s inscription on a huge stone. The waterfall is located in Thai Sadet National Park.
Koh Pha Ngan offers you this: Diving, Thai boxing, yoga, meditation, jewellery making and so much more. Here are some of your options:
Diving
I don't have personal recommendations because I was on a tight budget on this trip. But here are the ones I've heard about from travelers on the road.
Muay Thai Boxing
Horizon Muay Thai. They also have Thai massage courses and cooking courses.
Yoga
Yoga Retreat.
Hatha yoga, Chakra healing, Pilates, Vegetarian Ayuvedic Restaurant, Thai cooking class and Detox program.
Pyramid Yoga.
Classical Hatha Yoga retreats and healing.
Jewellry Making:
Between all the partying on Koh Pha Ngan, I heard about this fabulous work shop. I love to make jewellry myself in my spare time, so I wanted to sign up for a class. But I'm sorry to say that I didn't get that far...
Here's a short description about the workshop!
The owner of Workshop Silver is Yot who has been designing and making jewellery on the island for 15 years. Choose from the large selection of stones ranging from moonstone to turquoise to create jewellery that is uniquely you or choose from Yot's own creations.
Where: Thongsala & Had Rin
E-mail: workshopsilver(at)yahoo.ie
You`re done with Koh Pha Ngan, where do you want to go next?
Are you going (back) to Bangkok?
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