Rayong: Asia's No. 1 Slow Travel Destination 2025

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Rayong: Asia's No. 1 Slow Travel Destination 2025

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Rayong was ranked Asia’s No. 1 Slow Travel destination for 2025 by Agoda.

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Rayong: Practical Guide to the City

Rayong: Practical Guide to the City

Rayong is located between Bangkok and the Cambodian border. Often seen as a transit stop, the city actually offers a pleasant coastline, interesting sites, and direct access to Koh Samet island. Here’s all you need to plan your trip to Rayong.

Why Rayong is Ideal for Slow Travel

  • Mae Ramphueng Beach: tranquil and uncrowded.
  • Thong Prong Thong mangrove forest: the largest in Rayong.
  • Suan Son Beach fish markets: authentic local experiences.

Slow Travel FAQ - Rayong

Why Rayong?

Because of its balance of nature, culture, and sustainability.

It should be noted that the concept of sustainable tourism is not defined. Therefore, this label is awarded according to standards that are not explicit and have nothing to do with the specifications found in Europe. It should be remembered that Thailand is one of the main polluters in the region in terms of plastic.

When to visit?

December to April is ideal.

👉 See the full Rayong Practical Guide

Rayong: Practical Guide to the City

Rayong: Practical Guide to the City

Rayong is located between Bangkok and the Cambodian border. Often seen as a transit stop, the city actually offers a pleasant coastline, interesting sites, and direct access to Koh Samet island. Here’s all you need to plan your trip to Rayong.