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shaun_gooch	Mar 7 2008, 09:15 PM Post #41
Globetrotter Group: Members Posts: 349 Joined: 4-January 08 From: From the UK, curently living & working in India Member No.: 121767 Nominate me as a Local Expert	making fire, to cook fish and genraly sit around drinking :-) -------------------- TO SAY YOU HAVE LIVED FIRST YOU MUST TRAVEL!

introducinlyric	Mar 10 2008, 09:43 PM Post #42
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 5348 Joined: 24-May 07 From: Sydney, Australia Member No.: 56605	QUOTE(starlagurl @ Mar 7 2008, 11:32 AM) What on earth were you doing in that hole? -------------------- Do You Want The Truth or Something Beautiful?

starlagurl	Mar 11 2008, 09:07 AM Post #43
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	QUOTE(shaun_gooch @ Mar 7 2008, 10:15 PM) making fire, to cook fish and genraly sit around drinking :-) Oh cool, what kind of fish? Did you catch it yourself? -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

cingmire	Apr 8 2008, 03:41 PM Post #44
Newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 3-September 07 Member No.: 85442 Nominate me as a Local Expert	QUOTE(exploreamerica @ Jan 26 2008, 10:44 PM) Has anyone been to "The Beach" featured in Leonardo DiCaprio's movie? I love that movie and have always wondered if the real thing is as amazing as in the movie. I just got back from visiting Railay Beach near Krabi and took a speed boat trip to both Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Ley. Maya Beach or Ao Maya is "The Beach" from the movie and it's located on Phi Phi Ley. The beach and limestone surroundings are stunning, but is nothing like the secluded beach in the movie. Attached is a picture entering the bay on a typical mid-morning tourist speed boat. I guess I can't complain since I'm actually one of the tourists, but all the day-trippers scrambling onto the beach for 30 mins to take photos definitely detracts from the beauty of the place. Railay is a top destination to check out. It's on the mainland but only accessible by boat - 15 minutes by long tail boat from Ao Nang beach. There are 3 beaches within 5 mins of each other - West Railay, East Railay and Phra Nang. Phra Nang is arguably one of the best beaches I have seen. Overall Railay has great kayaking, snorkeling, rock climbing and beachside bars to chill out and meet the locals. Happy travels...

starlagurl	Apr 8 2008, 03:51 PM Post #45
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	Ah! I have never seen anything like that photo! That is amazing, I had no idea it was SUCH a tourist destination, INCREDIBLE! I've heard about it, but just seeing it blows my mind! -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

exploreamerica	Apr 8 2008, 04:29 PM Post #46
Planet Pioneer Group: Members Posts: 2073 Joined: 15-January 07 From: Miramar, Florida, U.S.A. Member No.: 34506 Nominate me as a Local Expert	QUOTE(cingmire @ Apr 8 2008, 04:41 PM) QUOTE(exploreamerica @ Jan 26 2008, 10:44 PM) Has anyone been to "The Beach" featured in Leonardo DiCaprio's movie? I love that movie and have always wondered if the real thing is as amazing as in the movie. I just got back from visiting Railay Beach near Krabi and took a speed boat trip to both Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Ley. Maya Beach or Ao Maya is "The Beach" from the movie and it's located on Phi Phi Ley. The beach and limestone surroundings are stunning, but is nothing like the secluded beach in the movie. Attached is a picture entering the bay on a typical mid-morning tourist speed boat. I guess I can't complain since I'm actually one of the tourists, but all the day-trippers scrambling onto the beach for 30 mins to take photos definitely detracts from the beauty of the place. Railay is a top destination to check out. It's on the mainland but only accessible by boat - 15 minutes by long tail boat from Ao Nang beach. There are 3 beaches within 5 mins of each other - West Railay, East Railay and Phra Nang. Phra Nang is arguably one of the best beaches I have seen. Overall Railay has great kayaking, snorkeling, rock climbing and beachside bars to chill out and meet the locals. Happy travels... Most people laugh at me when I admit that The Beach is one of my favorite movies. It just speaks to me! I love the spirit of travel and finding something new and it leading to a new outlook on life. But now that I have seen this picture I am deeply sadened. The image in my mind from the movie has now been shattered!!! I guress that statement alone explains why I love the movie because it was the quest for that golden, secluded spot in our world, but I can see now that the reality is anything but that. -------------------- Stuart Visit my brand new summer trip to China, Malaysia, India and Egypt Visit all of my Travelogues A collection of all my worldwide travels over the course of my lifetime My latest of three separate solo U.S. road trips QUOTE Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness. Broad, wholesome views cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth. By mark twain

cingmire	Apr 8 2008, 04:55 PM Post #47
Newbie Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 3-September 07 Member No.: 85442 Nominate me as a Local Expert	QUOTE(exploreamerica @ Apr 8 2008, 04:29 PM) QUOTE(cingmire @ Apr 8 2008, 04:41 PM) QUOTE(exploreamerica @ Jan 26 2008, 10:44 PM) Has anyone been to "The Beach" featured in Leonardo DiCaprio's movie? I love that movie and have always wondered if the real thing is as amazing as in the movie. I just got back from visiting Railay Beach near Krabi and took a speed boat trip to both Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Ley. Maya Beach or Ao Maya is "The Beach" from the movie and it's located on Phi Phi Ley. The beach and limestone surroundings are stunning, but is nothing like the secluded beach in the movie. Attached is a picture entering the bay on a typical mid-morning tourist speed boat. I guess I can't complain since I'm actually one of the tourists, but all the day-trippers scrambling onto the beach for 30 mins to take photos definitely detracts from the beauty of the place. Railay is a top destination to check out. It's on the mainland but only accessible by boat - 15 minutes by long tail boat from Ao Nang beach. There are 3 beaches within 5 mins of each other - West Railay, East Railay and Phra Nang. Phra Nang is arguably one of the best beaches I have seen. Overall Railay has great kayaking, snorkeling, rock climbing and beachside bars to chill out and meet the locals. Happy travels... Most people laugh at me when I admit that The Beach is one of my favorite movies. It just speaks to me! I love the spirit of travel and finding something new and it leading to a new outlook on life. But now that I have seen this picture I am deeply sadened. The image in my mind from the movie has now been shattered!!! I guress that statement alone explains why I love the movie because it was the quest for that golden, secluded spot in our world, but I can see now that the reality is anything but that. Aww... now I feel bad (for shattering the pristine, secluded image). I loved that movie too and was bummed to see so many people on the beach when I got there. Ao Maya has definitely been "discovered". It's not all bad though. Attached is another photo taken from the beach the same day. Plus there are many other beaches in the area that look more like photo 2. This one is Bamboo Island - only about 15 mins from Phi-Phi.

starlagurl	Apr 9 2008, 08:23 AM Post #48
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	The Beach is one of my favourite movies too. It's so cheesy, but still good, I don't care! Cinqmire: I know what you're saying about lots of other beaches. It's not like there's only one good beach. Usually just around the corner or a short ferry ride away from the famous beach, there's another even better, more lonelier beach. At least that's what I found in the Caribbean anyway... -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

starlagurl	Apr 24 2008, 10:59 AM Post #49
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	Yeah I have, Harbour Island, in the Bahamas! Very beautiful too. -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

starlagurl	Jun 11 2008, 01:56 PM Post #50
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	Found this link: 2008 list of the world's "sexiest" beaches...haha http://www.concierge.com/ideas/beachisland/tours/2515?page=0 Thinking about visiting Fire Island maybe, when I'm down there in July... -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

sqm	Jul 14 2009, 10:31 AM Post #51
Wayfarer Group: Local Expert Posts: 54 Joined: 8-June 09 From: Toronto, ON, Canada Member No.: 281516	Anyone been to the beaches along the southwest to south shore of Portugal? There are so many along the edge of the country and they are all so beautiful. Beautiful rock/cliff formations and soft sand! Good waves for surfing and other water sports too. I think Portugal is seldom seen as a vacation destination, but it's growing in popularity. Better hit the quiet, serene beaches before they become all too populated and crowded. -------------------- SQM Check out my travel blogs Evaluate It blogs. Share your experiences; travel for less.

christine1972	Sep 14 2009, 02:55 AM Post #52
Newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 14-September 09 Member No.: 347341 Nominate me as a Local Expert	QUOTE(alasdairm @ Aug 13 2007, 01:35 PM) Hmm, tough one. Would have to go with One Foot Island in Aitutaki, Cook Islands for me. Totally agree with this...just been to One Foot Island and it is the best I've seen in the world!! Although Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday Islands are a close runner up.

greekcypriot	Sep 15 2009, 01:09 AM Post #53
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 4290 Joined: 25-March 09 Member No.: 273790	For me, a very beautiful beach I found in St. John's island, (Virgin Islands) with palm trees next to the beach, ....a paradise. It was called Magen's Bay, or Trunk Bay....Anyone been there? http://www.travelpod.com/travel-blog-entri...27518/tpod.html But have you even been in any Greek beach? What were your impressions? I have many photos from beautiful beaches in Greece, and I think it is worth seeing. You can even vote for the photos you like, or even comment on them. http://www.travelpod.com/members/greekcypriot -------------------- My LATEST BLOGS: Marmari, Vasa, and CYPRUS, the Unique Destination for Business and Holidays!!! The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. ~St. Augustine

sarah820w	Sep 16 2009, 02:46 AM Post #54
Drifter Group: Members Posts: 30 Joined: 11-September 09 Member No.: 341521 Nominate me as a Local Expert	Only place I have been is Destin FL, it ws unbeliveable there!

starlagurl	Sep 16 2009, 09:31 AM Post #55
Rolling Stone Group: Local Expert Posts: 14509 Joined: 5-November 07 From: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Member No.: 103914	I've never heard of it, but I just looked at the pictures: http://www.travelpod.com/photos/0/United%2...tes/Destin.html Wow, look at that extremely white sand, you're right! -------------------- My most recent blog: A trip to Toronto that turned into a trip to Niagara

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