U-Tapao International Airport 1 hr 12
Ao Nuan (2 hr 20) Khao Laemya National Park (1 hr 47)
Established in 1981, this marine national park includes an archipelago & multiple islands. Hat Suan Son (16 min)
Windsurfing & coastal walks along a wooded shore marked by fishing boats & a Chinese-style temple. Wong Duean Beach (2 hr 28)
Popular sandy stretch in a shallow, crescent-shaped bay, backed by resorts & food stalls. Noi Na Beach (2 hr 7)
Stretch of coastline on Ko Samet island featuring white sand, modest lodging & a Chinese shrine. Prao Beach (1 hr 53)
Palm-fringed, white sandy Koh Samet strip with reef & clear waters teeming with fish & resorts. Wai Beach (2 hr 43)
White sandy beach with a resort, plus clear waters & reef for snorkeling off a small island. Ao Phai (2 hr 5)
Compact stretch of white sand with waterfront restaurants, comfy resorts & scenic views. Sai Kaew Beach (12 min)
Many speedboats cruise the waters off this white-sand beach with an adjacent, upscale resort. Ao Thian (2 hr 38)
Small coves separated by rocky outcrops on a laid-back beach with waterside restaurants & bars. Ko Samet (2 hr 21)
White sand beaches, tranquil, clear waters & coral reefs are the draw to this compact island. Rayong Aquarium (9 min)
Aquarium with an array of fish & sea animals, plus educational exhibits on the fishing industry. Mae Ram Phueng Beach (3 min)
Low-key sand beach with a typical range of vendors & restaurants serving seafood & pizza. Ao Wai (2 hr 52) Ao Chor (2 hr 24) | 
