This trip took place in March 2018.

A three-day, two-night trip with a self-driven car due to the limited and inconvenient flight schedules to Ranong.

We have visited Ranong many times, and each time we have driven ourselves. It is convenient.

This trip has no other purpose than to eat and sleep. We miss the delicious dim sum at Ranong Ocha and the taste of the food at Somyos Paknam.


Accommodation for this trip includes a house in Mong and The Hidden Resort.





Let's go.

We left our home in Bang Kapi at four in the morning, traveling at a leisurely pace without any urgency. Our arrival time was not predetermined.



One of the advantages we particularly enjoy when driving ourselves on every trip is the scenery along the way.

We can stop as much as we want, there are always beautiful things to admire along the road.



Along the roadside on the Prachuap Khiri Khan route

In the afternoon, we arrived in Ranong and headed straight to the Andaman Sea. We had lunch at Somyos Seafood Paknam.

Every time I visit Ranong, whether just passing through or staying for a while, I make sure to eat at Somyos Restaurant.

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Enjoy the beautiful view and delicious food.

After a satisfying meal, we headed to our accommodation to rest after the long drive.

First day at home in Mong.



#Location: Phetkasem Road Soi 1 (same soi as Wat Chet Tho)

Across from Big C Ranong, next to the Caltex gas station

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The village of Mong has only a few houses, each with a distinct design.

Decorations vary, as do prices, starting from hundreds to thousands of baht.

This place is lush, shady, with abundant trees and crystal-clear streams.



It's a pity that our trip was during the hot season, the stream didn't have much water. If it were the rainy season, it would be very beautiful (I've seen it in other people's reviews).

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With vegetable conversion.

This is our room. #Riverside House

Fully furnished with air conditioning, TV, refrigerator, Wi-Fi, separate kitchen, living room, and bedroom.



A stream flows right in front of the house.

We relaxed and ordered dinner from our home in Mong.

I don't want to go out anymore. I just want to eat and sleep. I ordered it when I checked in.



Around six o'clock in the evening, the food delivery will arrive at the room.

This set of food is around 700 baht. It might seem expensive, but the portion is large and it's very delicious.



Full and sleepy, I slept soundly and deeply until morning.

Rise and shine to the sights and sounds of nature.

This is a wood-fired hot spring. It needs to be booked in advance. I think it's 500 baht per house.

It is unavailable. Another family has already booked it.

Breakfast was delivered to the house as usual.

After a satisfying meal, we checked out and headed to Khlong Nang Yon in Phang Nga.

The Nongyang Canal is located in Kura Buri, bordering Kapoe District, Ranong.



During the rainy season, the Nongyang Yon Canal offers bamboo rafting activities. The water is full and a vibrant green, resembling an emerald stream.

From November to December, the blooming season of Thunbergia grandiflora, also known as the Bengal clock vine, offers a spectacular sight with its cascading flowers.



However, during the dry season, it becomes rather dry, with no activities except for children playing in the water.

We were just passing by for a drive. It seems like you're free.

I'll just take a look and then head back to Ranong. 5555

We arrived in Ranong around noon and had lunch.



Let's try searching for other restaurants on Google. I found a restaurant with a peculiar name, "The Shoe Removal Restaurant." Why don't we give it a try?



Location: 12/3 Kaset-Phitthayakorn Road

Following Google Maps, I drove around the city until I came across a high wall. I then looked for a parking spot.



This is not our car. It was parked here earlier.

The storefront is like this.

Interestingly, from the outside, if you don't see the sign, you would think it's just an ordinary house.

The name of the shop is "Take off your shoes," but you don't actually have to take off your shoes. So why is it called "Take off your shoes"?

She walked into the house and didn't see a table. Oh! She found the kitchen first.

Walk through the kitchen to the backyard, that's where you'll find a table to sit at. There's no view to speak of.

This simple table is one of the few they have, and it's always full of people.

The taste of that food? Let me tell you, I almost screamed.

It was incredibly delicious! Everything we ordered was amazing.

The first bite sent shivers down her spine, her eyes rolling back in ecstasy. (Is she eating or smoking weed? Answer!)



Especially the mango salad, I'm obsessed. It's incredibly delicious.

"I want to ask for the recipe, but I'm afraid they'll scold me."

Where have I been all this time? Why have I only just discovered this place?

The price is not expensive, averaging around 100-150 baht per dish.



If you're visiting Ranong, be sure to check it out.



After enjoying the savory dishes, it's time to indulge in some sweet treats.

We originally planned to try Roti Nisra, but it was closed. So we went to Roti Bang Nui instead.

The shop is located in Soi Prapa, Tha Muang Road. It has a large sign and closes at 4:00 PM.

I ordered a small amount of food, just enough to nibble on. It was delicious, but the Ceylon tea was a bit too astringent.

Full and satisfied, let's head to the accommodation.

For the second night, I have booked The Hidden Resort. It's in the same alley as the house in Ban Mong, so it's very close.



The Hidden Resort is easy to find with clear signage.

There are only a few rooms, probably less than ten. The rooms are in the form of villas.

It offers a decent level of privacy, but the overall atmosphere differs from that of a house in Mong.

The moment I parked the car, the staff rushed over to carry me. It wasn't necessary to go to such lengths.



Check in here.

Turning to the receptionist, he exclaimed, "Hey, pay attention to the customer!"

Welcome drink: A type of herbal water (I don't remember which one).

The path to the first room is a labyrinth.

Our room is at the very back.

Take a look around, there are a lot of trees and flowers.

These tiny flowers are everywhere.

The swimming pool is close to our room, but I haven't seen anyone using it.

The weather is quite hot. It's better to sleep and go out for food later in the evening.

For dinner, as usual, I was too lazy to go out, so I ate at the resort. They have a restaurant.

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In terms of restaurant staff,

You haven't been working at all, have you?

Okay, I won't bother you. Let's call another employee.

Order easily and enjoy! The soft-shell crab salad is incredibly delicious.

Lime soda, so refreshing, I like it.

Full and go to sleep, eat and sleep, that's the truth.

Waking up early to explore the atmosphere for a bit.



Sunbathing in the morning is so relaxing.

The stream is located behind the dining room, offering a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

This morning, we had breakfast at Ranong Ocha.

The room rate at the Hidden does not include breakfast. If you would like to have breakfast, you can pay an additional fee at the restaurant.

We had already planned to eat at Ranong Ocha, so we did not have breakfast here.



#RanongOcha The restaurant is located on Saphan Pla Road, right by the roadside. It's easy to find.

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Local residents expressed their disappointment, stating that the dim sum was merely frozen and not worth the effort to eat.

I don't know, but for me, I think it's delicious. It's more delicious than other places I've been to.

Therefore, every time I visit Ranong, Tim Sum Ranong Ocha is a must-try.



We are delicious in our own way.

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You should arrive early, as most items will be sold out by late morning.

Return to the accommodation and prepare to check out.

I'm a little curious. I saw that the rooms were full, but I didn't see any other guests at the resort.

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Most customers who stay at the hotel have purchased packages from tours that include diving at Koh Phayam.

He just comes to sleep, leaves early and returns late, something like that. He doesn't stay at the resort to relax and sleep like us.



I see.

Rest a little longer, pack your things, and check out to go home.

Goodbye for now, I'll come back when I'm free.

I like it here. The human staff are friendly, welcoming, and have genuine smiles.

The adorable feline staff adds a touch of charm and vibrancy to the resort.

On the way back, I drove all the way to Pran Buri, and it was already late in the evening. I was hungry again, so I stopped to eat. What else could I do?

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We always eat at the same restaurant in Pranburi, Udom Bhochana. We love their sun-dried squid.

On this visit, I discovered that the restaurant has moved to a new, larger location on the Pranburi beachfront.

The shop is located opposite the Naresuan Maharaj Beach Public Park, in an area with many hotels and resorts.

My favorite things.

The journey has come to an end, with a full stomach and safe arrival in Bangkok.

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Thank you all for visiting.

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