"Not every journey needs to be rushed - sometimes, the best memories are made in stillness...”
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| (Our 4x4 having a good scrub) |
Day 13: 01 December 2025 (Monday)
Route: Cha-am - Thung Song
Hotel: Smile Resort Thung Song
The following morning, we began our long southward journey. For this final stretch, we decided to split the drive: Cha-am to Thung Song for one last restful night in Thailand, then onward to Sadao ICQS the next day.
The road to Thung Song was nearly 600 kilometres of back-breaking distance, yet surprisingly pleasant. Wide highways unfurled ahead of us, lined with tall palm trees, with occasional glimpses of the Gulf coast shimmering in the distance.
Somewhere near Ban Sapan, we spotted a car wash across the highway and made a quick U-turn. An hour of meticulous washing and detailing later, our weary, mud-streaked 4x4 emerged with a brand-new sparkle - our reliable companion, ready to carry us home for at least another 1,500 kilometres.
In Khun Sarai, we stopped for lunch: simple omelette rice, mixed soup, and a complementary tray of salads with prawn chili paste. The cluster of food stalls there made it a popular stop for travellers, all drawn by the comfort of a good, familiar meal.
All along the way, rescue vehicles passed us - some returning, others being deployed farther south. Though the situation has improved in certain areas of Southern Thailand, it is clear that relief efforts remain ongoing elsewhere.
It was already late at night when we finally reached Thung Song and checked into Smile Resort, a modest THB 695 a night. Eager to rest my tired body, I took a quick hot shower, nibbled on a couple of sweet buns and crackers for dinner, and slipped into bed early - grateful for a quiet night after a long, unhurried journey.
In Khun Sarai, we stopped for lunch: simple omelette rice, mixed soup, and a complementary tray of salads with prawn chili paste. The cluster of food stalls there made it a popular stop for travellers, all drawn by the comfort of a good, familiar meal.
All along the way, rescue vehicles passed us - some returning, others being deployed farther south. Though the situation has improved in certain areas of Southern Thailand, it is clear that relief efforts remain ongoing elsewhere.
It was already late at night when we finally reached Thung Song and checked into Smile Resort, a modest THB 695 a night. Eager to rest my tired body, I took a quick hot shower, nibbled on a couple of sweet buns and crackers for dinner, and slipped into bed early - grateful for a quiet night after a long, unhurried journey.
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