Once a seaside resort village enjoyed by the Thai royal family in the 1920’s, Hua Hin has become a holiday destination for wealthy expats and middle-to-upper class Thai families looking for refuge from the heat and bustle of Bangkok. But fear not – Hua Hin’s roots in Thai royalty have prevented the town from losing its traditional vibe. Delicious and affordable seafood synonymous with any Thai seaside town, top-quality beaches and markets (and the inexpensive “songthaew” pick up trucks that double as buses which will take you between them!), and the town’s proximity to Bangkok make Hua Hin a fun, easy and affordable stop on any backpacker’s trail.