Pattaya, Hua Hin and Pranburi are now overrun with throngs of flood refugees from Bangkok. That means limited choices of chilled weekend resorts. If you drive (or fly) a bit further down to Chumphon, the boutique Tusita Resort and Spa (Paktako Beach, Chumphon, 077-579-151, 077-579-073. www.tusitaresort.com) is slashing its high season prices by 30%. Rooms are now B3,990-12,110 until Dec 24 and B4,830-12,950 during Dec 25-Jan 5 (normal rates are B5,700-17,300 and B6,900-18,500, respectively). If you stay (a lot) longer, a 40% discount is offered for guests who stay more than 10 days.

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