Why you should go: More laid-back than other popular Southern Thailand beach spots, Khao Lak offers national parks, waterfalls, night markets, waterfalls, virgin jungle trails, thick mangroves and quiet—and uncrowded—beaches. From here, you’ve got incredible day-trip access to Thailand’s coastal highlights, including Phuket, Phang Nga Bay and the Surin and Similan islands (the holy grail for divers). 

What’s the big deal? A week at a tropical resort could easily take a big chunk out of your savings. But with this Travelzoo-exclusive offer, two can spend seven nights in a spacious and modern Superior Room for just $599 (not a typo). That price even includes daily breakfast, one dinner and 60-minute Thai massages.