The south corner of Bang Tao, where we are, is still an active fishing village, with longtail boats coming n and out with the daily catch. It's tremendously charming and very quiet. But at the same time there are restaurants, bars, local shops, massage, beach clubs - just a five minute stroll over a sandy track to the beach about 250m away. At the same time, Surin Beach is just over the headland, with some sophisticated shops offering art, fashion and designer goods - so you have the local and international within easy reach.