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Stopover in Krabi

An October 2007 trip to Krabi by TrailsPlusTales

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@ Krabi Pura Best of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Pura @ Krabi"

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Located on a main arterial, Pura@Krabi is about 30 minutes from Krabi International Airport. (If you plan to go to Phi Phi Island, I recommend going through Krabi International Airport instead of Phuket Airport. The airfare is cheaper, and it’s not such a crowded airport.) Pura@Krabi is more like a guest house than a hotel. The taxi dropped us off at the entrance of the building, which is a store front. After you remove your shoes, on the right there’s a desk, that functions as a travel desk/ check in counter. To the left are a few computers for internet surfing. You can also buy postcards, soft drinks, and tours from the owner.The staircase that led to the third floor, wh...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on December 26, 2007

@ Krabi Pura
256 Uttharakit Road
Krabi, Thailand 81000
+66 (0)75 630365

Maharaj Market Best of IgoUgo

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Morning Aerobics Photo - Krabi, Thailand
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A Morning Stroll to Maharaj Market in Krabi, ThailandI’m not sure how we ended up at this market, but it appears to be THE local market in Krabi. We found this market by going for walk in the main neighborhood. We were awakened by blaring Asian techno pop music playing next door to our hotel. It turned out to be the local neighbors showing up for aerobics class. So, since were up by 5:30 AM, why not go for a walk?I knew Krabi has a large Muslim population, but I didn’t know how large the population is, until I went to the market.Women in head scarves sold shrimp, crabs, meat, chili peppers. One stall had baby shark for sale. Another stall had meat and organs hanging...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on December 26, 2007