Ao Manao

#songkran2024 During my two-week stay in Prachuap Khiri Khan, I made a daily visit to Ao Manao starting from around 9 am on the second day until just two days before my departure. Despite encountering rough seas and rising tides during the initial days, the area was quite pleasant overall. However, it's worth noting that in the days leading up to my departure, there was a noticeable increase in jellyfish presence, so caution was necessary. The rental fee for a deck chair was 20 Baht per person. Typically, they set up two tables with six deck chairs each. As a solo visitor or with a companion, the arrangement might not always be appreciated by the beach attendants. It's advisable to consider ordering food and drinks from them as they primarily rely on this revenue, offering a 10% discount to encourage purchases. Otherwise, they might not be too pleased with patrons occupying the chairs without contributing to their business. Instead of dining at the beach, I opted to eat at the nearby hawker center across the street every day. Some of the vendors served exceptionally tasty dishes at reasonable prices, often cheaper than those available at the beachfront eateries. On a tip from a local, I discovered that sitting at the deck chairs near the Dolphin Statue resulted in fewer complaints from the attendants. Additionally, many foreigners frequented that area, creating a more comfortable atmosphere for visitors.