A simple guide to the best beach towns in Thailand for long-term living, covering lifestyle, costs, healthcare, and expat-friendly locations.

Thailand is one of the great beach capitals of the world for good reason. Its long, narrow spine through delicious tropical waters is dotted with 1,430 islands, each seemingly more spectacular than ...

Thailand's famous Maya Bay, which has been closed for three years, is finally open for beach goers and movie buffs alike. The beach cove, made famous by the 2000 Leonardo DiCaprio movie "The Beach," ...

If you're dreaming of an escape where you can ride horseback along the white sands, Hua Hin Beach, Thailand, is your place. When you're in the crystal clear water, you can see the sand in your toes, ...

When it comes to beaches, Thailand is one of the best destinations in Asia. The country is dotted with some stunning tropical islands which are home to some of the most stunning beaches which attract ...

Michael Doyle started making regular trips to Koh Phangan in the Gulf of Thailand in the mid-1980s, enjoying laid-back life in rustic beach bungalows around the island between stints as a psychiatric ...

Elafonissi Beach in Crete, Greece, was just named the best beach in the world by Tripadvisor. Visitors love this coastal destination for its calm, clear water, and picture-perfect pink sands. Banana ...