I came across an interesting story in the online edition of the Bangkok Post about a unique type of homestay tourist service in Thailand. A number of proprietors who manage fish farms not far from the pier at Rayong, a small city on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, have become tourism entrepreneurs as well. Their unique “homestay hostels” consist of small floating rafthouses which are connected with each other by wooden walkways. While facilities and accommodations are rather basic, these floating homestay hostels are especially popular with Thai Tourists who are looking for a unique and affordable weekend getaway. Snorkeling, crab hunting and squid baiting are popular activities here, and seafood delicacies for dinner – including squid sashimi and barbequed fish - is one of the featured attractions.

If you’re a seafood connoisseur, you might want to check these places out.

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