The Property Scene column in the January 18, 2010 issue of The Nation suggested that Khao Yai will be the next Hua Hin in terms of development and appreciation in property prices. Hua Hin has long be a favorite of Bangkokians who want a vacation home that is away from the bustling metropolis but not too far away. About a two hour drive seems to be the magic number, about the same distance as Khao Yai is from Bangkok.
Hua Hin has really built up and although there is still some room for more it is reaching the point that not many great pieces of property are left, at least not any than can be purchased. Khao Yai is looking like the next hot destination where there are still plenty of nice pieces of affordable property.
While some people prefer the beach over the mountains, the Khao Yai secret is that the weather is vastly better at the higher elevation, cooler and less humid all year round than the lower elevations. Cleaner air, too. It seems that a scientific study found that the air quality in the Khao Yai area is some of the best in the world. That might have something to do with the natural surroundings.