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14 Best Beaches in Thailand

"Made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio movie The Beach, this picturesque bay was nearly decimated by overtourism. But thanks to a massive rehabilitation program and increased regulation (there’s no swimming here), the natural beauty of this beach has returned. Only several thousand tourists are allowed here daily, in prebooked time slots, but many say it's worth it for the limestone cliffs alone." - Katie Lockhart Katie Lockhart Katie is a freelance travel and food journalist specializing in luxury brands and hotels. She has been writing and traveling the world full-time for over four years. Travel + Leisure E

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