Kai Bae Beach boasts a good mix of beach-lounging, nightlife, great food and easy access to travel services. Though it's unabashedly touristic, it lacks (for the most part) the raunchy bars of Haad Sai Khao, and as such it's a favourite for families and older couples -- especially mainland Europeans, Scandinavians and Russians. A handful of quality budget spots welcome a trickle of backpackers as well.