Driving from Koh Samui to Hua Hin with a dog in tow is the story of this travel day video. Dave and his dog Bella leave before dawn to catch the 5:00 AM Raja Ferry off the island, then drive north to Hua Hin, where he shares a look at Hua Hin Beach and their stay at Vana Varin Resort.
A 4 AM Start on Koh Samui
The journey begins very early, around 4 AM, so they can make the 5:00 AM Raja Ferry from Koh Samui to the mainland. The Raja Ferry is the standard car ferry route between the island and Donsak Pier near Surat Thani, and catching the earliest sailing gives the drive north a big head start. For anyone planning the same route, the video shows what an early ferry morning actually looks like.
The Long Drive North
From the ferry landing, the route heads north up the Gulf coast toward Hua Hin, a drive of several hours through southern and central Thailand. Traveling with Bella the dog adds a layer of logistics that pet owners will appreciate seeing. Road trips like this are a practical alternative to flying, and they show how connected Thailand is by highway.
Arriving at Vana Varin Resort
Once in Hua Hin, Dave shares a short clip of Hua Hin Beach and a look at Vana Varin Resort, where they are staying. After a long travel day, the beach setting makes for a satisfying arrival, and it gives viewers a quick glimpse of both the town's main beach and a Hua Hin resort option.
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