text:
Satpura National Park

Satpura National Park is cradled in the Satpura Range (Mahadeo Hills) and straddles the State of Madhya Pradesh, India.

History
The best time to visit Satpura National Park, or Satpura Tiger Reserve, is during the winter and early summer months, which fall between October and April. This period is considered the peak season for tourism in the region due to the pleasant weather and optimal wildlife sightings. Here is a breakdown of the seasons and their characteristics:

 * 1) Winter (October to February): Winter is the most popular time to visit Satpura National Park. The weather during this season is generally cool and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C (50°F to 77°F). It is an ideal time for wildlife safaris and outdoor activities as the animals are more active, and vegetation is relatively sparse, making wildlife spotting easier. Migratory birds also visit the park during this time, adding to the avian diversity.
 * 2) Spring (March to April): Spring marks the transition from winter to summer, and the weather starts to warm up. The temperatures can range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F). The landscape is lush and vibrant with blooming flowers and foliage. While the weather is still favorable, the summer heat gradually starts to build up. It is a good time for wildlife enthusiasts who want to avoid the peak tourist season.
 * 3) Summer (May to June): Summer in Satpura National Park is characterized by hot and dry weather. Temperatures can soar up to 40°C (104°F) during the day. It is not the most comfortable time to visit, but the scarcity of water sources can concentrate wildlife around watering holes, making it an opportune time for wildlife sightings. However, the heat and humidity may limit outdoor activities, and wildlife movements may be more restricted.
 * 4) Monsoon (July to September): The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall to the region, and the park remains closed for visitors during this period. The terrain becomes slippery, and many roads and trails become impassable. The dense foliage also obstructs wildlife sightings, making it less favorable for tourism.
 * 5) Jungle Safari Booking Website

Landscape
The landscape is just beautiful and mind freshening, which can soothe your body and mind. Sitting in the garden and watching the river and a few boats sailing is one of the lifetime view for a vacation. Very enjoyable

Get in
To reach Satpura Resort you need to reach Suhagpur which comes after Hoshangabad if one is coming from Bhopal. From there 17 km drive inside the village is required where the road condition is pitiable and can shake the water of your stomach.

Fees and permits
Permit package is of ₹1750/- which includes safari (in the range of 20-30 km) and boating.

Get around
There are many places to visit like Pachmarhi Hill Station, Bhopal city, Jabalpur Marble Valley, Sanchi Stupas, Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, Pench National Park, and Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary.

See
The jungle skies are free of air and light pollution, so at night, you can see thousands of stars.

Eat
The park is really isolated from the outside world. Bring food with you.

Sleep
You can stay at the MP tourism resort named Satpura Resort or Dubey's Resort.

title: Satpura National Park


text:
Satsumasendai

Satsumasendai (薩摩川内) is a city of 96,000 people (2017) in Kagoshima prefecture.

Understand
The modern city of Satsumasendai was established in 2004 from the merger of the city of Sendai, the towns of Hiwaki, Iriki, Kedōin and Tōgō, and the Koshikijima Islands (which consisted of the villages of Kamikoshiki, Kashima, Sato and Shimokoshiki, all from Satsuma District).

The city is home to Immaculate Heart University (鹿児島純心大学 Kagoshima Junshin Daigaku), founded in 1994, which has a small population of foreign students.

A major employer is the Sendai nuclear power station.

Tourist information site
The city government and local tourist associations has a joint multilingual guide site.

Get in
The city has regular Shinkansen services from Kagoshima City and Yatsushiro.

You can arrive on the Minamikyushu Expressway from Kagoshima City or Yatsushiro.

Do

 * Sendai Otsunahiki Festival
 * Sendai River Fireworks Festival

Go next

 * Akune
 * Nagashima
 * Izumi
 * Minakata
 * Ichikikushikino
 * Hioki
 * Kagoshima
 * Satsuma
 * Minamisatsuma

license: Creative Commons - Attribution Share-Alike - https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/

title: Satsumasendai


text:
Sattahip

Sattahip (สัตหีบ) is on the gulf coastline of Eastern Thailand, at the southwest tip of Chonburi Province.

Understand
Sattahip is a small fishing town by the sea. It has hosted for decades a large Royal Thai Navy and Marine Corps base. Domestic tourists come to pay homage to Luang Pho I, a renowned Buddhist monk.

Sattahip is twice as large as the Banglamung district in which Pattaya City is located but it has a much smaller population. The availability of land has resulted in the construction of many large tourist attractions. These are marketed as 'Pattaya attractions' to tourists visiting nearby Pattaya.

Get in
There are buses from Bangkok Eastern (Ekamai) bus terminal to Sattahip, but also buses going to Rayong, Chantaburi or Trat can drop you off on Sukhumvit Rd (Hwy 3).

Or to buck the trend big time, go by rail (3rd class, weekdays only) between Bangkok Hualamphong station and Sattahip. The fare for the 4.5 hour train ride is just 37 baht. Departs Bangkok at 06:55 and arrives at Sattahip after 11:00; departs Sattahip 13:35, arrives at Bangkok after 18:15. But don't forget, no trains on Saturdays or Sundays.

Get around
White baht buses (songthaews) run along Sukhumvit Rd (Hwy 3) and take you also to Pattaya for 20 baht. They may be adequate if you stay in Na Jomtien or Bang Sa-Re area because the beach and resorts are 0.8-1.4 km (0.5-0.9 mi) from Hwy 3. For points inland and further south you will be struggling without your own transportation.

title: Sattahip


text:
Sattur

Sattur is a small town that is headquarters to the surrounding taluk of the same name and a panchayat in Virudhunagar district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

Understand
The town is in the bank of Vaippar river. Sattur taluk has contents of black soil around the town, suitable for crop cultivation. Sattur is the first town to gain popularity for the foundation of Pen Nib manufacturing industries. For so long it was the only place in India where pen nibs were manufactured. Not only this, Sattur also has many other small scale cottage industries like match industry, printing press and fire works industry.

Get in
The town lies in NH7 and has very good road and railway connectivity (railway station code) India's one of the most powerful mariamman temple is situated in Sattur.Irrukkankudy Mariamman Temple.8 km distance from Sattur

Get around
The town is small and getting around the place is best done in an auto rickshaw. You can flag one down almost anywhere. The base minimum fare is ₹50.

Eat
Sattur is famous for Cucumber. These cucumber are comparatively smaller in size and its available in local market. Kara Sevu from Shanmuga Nadar shop is worth the buy.

Sleep
Good accommodation options are not available in Sattur. Some low range places available are :

Chitra Lodge, Ph : 04562 261486. Its around 500 meters from the bus terminus and close to Gnadurai Hospital. They have normal rooms and AC rooms. Rent for normal room is around ₹300 per day and for AC room its around ₹800 per day.

Nataraj Lodge, Ph : 04562 260465. It's about 100 metres from the bus terminus and close to Tamilnad Mercantile Bank.

Go next
Irukkankudi Mariamman Temple : Approximately 8 Km from Sattur, the temple is located between the two rivers Vaipparu and Arjuna. To reach it one has to cross the River Arjuna on the foot. The temple was built about temple 200 years ago. Legend has it that a pujari girl who was picking cow-dung placed her basket on the ground there but could not remove it later. She had a vision that a temple should be built there. You will have buses to Irukkankudi from Sattur starting every 30-40 minutes.

title: Sattur


text:
Satu Mare

Satu Mare is a city in the Maramureș region of Romania. As of 2021, it had a population of 91,520.

Understand
Satu Mare is a historic city with roots dating all the way back to the Stone Age. It is probably most famous internationally for being the wellspring of the Satmarer Chasidic Jews.

By train

Satu Mare is linked with Oradea by 6 trains daily, with Cluj by 4 trains (4-5 hr), with Bucharest by 3 trains and with Timisoara by 1 (8 hr). There are no international trains crossing the town, there are only two local trains daily to/from Hungarian Debrecen.

By plane

Getting there and away:

Tarom runs a shuttle bus to and from the airport. It is scheduled to leave from Str. Maresal Ion Antonescu bus stop (near the Tarom offices) an hour before the plane departs.

By car
You can get to Satu Mare from any neighboring county by using road E641 from Oradea (Bihor County), E81 from Zalau (Salaj County) or E58 from Baia Mare (Maramures County). The road conditions are good because there were several modernization projects financed in order to improve the main road connections (but you can still expect some places were roadworks are still in progress, especially in the north/north-eastern part of the county).

It is also very easy to enter the county from Hungary (via Csenger-Petea border crossing). Because Romania is a EU country, you will only need to show your passport or your ID at the border (usually it will take no more than 5 minutes as there is only a single checkpoint).

On the other hand, if you plan to enter the county (and at the same time Romania) from Ukraine the story is a bit different. Expect waiting times for up to 3-4 hours (August 2011) or even more when the shift changes. This is mainly due to the Ukrainian side, where border guards don't seem to be stressed at all, barely speak any other language than Ukrainian or Russian, and let cars to pass one by one every 20 minutes or so.

See

 * Administrative Palace, tallest building in Romania
 * Chain Church
 * Capitoline Wolf statue
 * Decebal Street Synagogue
 * Garden of Rome

Sleep
There are several good hotels in Satu Mare, in the center of the town and at some distance to the center.

In the central area you will find:
 * Hotel Astoria
 * Hotel Dana 2
 * Hotel Poesis
 * Hotel Aurora

Good and clean hotels at quite good prices outside of the central area are:
 * Hotel Satu Mare City
 * Motel Select
 * Hotel Dana
 * Hotel Coral

Go next

 * Oradea
 * Cluj
 * Zalau
 * Baia Mare
 * Debrecen, Hungary

title: Satu Mare


text:
Satun

Satun (สตูล) is a town on the Southern Andaman Coast of Southern Thailand. It is the gateway to Thailand's southern islands on the Andaman Sea. There are mountainous forests with more than eighty beautiful surrounding islands. The best-known islands are Ko Tarutao, Ko Adang, Ko Rawi, and Ko Lipe.

Understand
Satun is only a few kilometres from the Andaman coast but a whopping 940 km from Bangkok. Although a majority-Malay Muslim town, Satun has largely escaped the strife that plagues some of the neighbouring provinces such as Narathiwat, Yala and Pattani. Satun is a safe and very friendly place to visit. Satun had a population of 24,000 in 2020. The dialect of Malay spoken here is different from that spoken in the other southern Thai provinces, and is instead similar to the Kedah dialect of Malay.

Satun is also the name of the province. When looking for transport to Satun, ensure you are booking tickets to Satun town, and not another place in Satun province.

By plane
The nearest airport is at Hat Yai, about 100 km away. From there, take a minivan, bus, or taxi to Satun.

By train
Bangkok—Hat Yai or Bangkok—Trang. Then take a bus from Hat Yai or Trang to Satun.

From Malaysia
Express buses to Kangar, Malaysia leave hourly from Butterworth (RM10.40, 2 hr 15 min). Then, head to Kangar city bus terminal from express bus terminal and take Mara Liner's Kuala Perlis bound bus (RM1.50, 35 min) to the jetty. This kind of city-bound bus departure is infrequent and it is always good to plan ahead. The approximate departure times are 11:45, 13:15, 14:45, and 16:45.

The journey can only to be continued with longtail boat from Kuala Perlis's Lembaga Kemajuan Ikan Malaysia (LKIM) jetty, which is about 200 m further from the Langkawi-bound jetty. (See notes below, 2024)

Upon reaching Satun Tammalang pier, take red songthaew to Satun (35 baht, 10 min). The songthaew is most probably available when ferry arrives. If you are stuck awaiting a songthaew, a motorcycle taxi is another option, although is more costly (60 baht).

From Bangkok

Overnight buses leave from Bangkok's Southern Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) to Satun town. These buses are run by Sri Suthep Tour, take about 16.5 hours and cost around 800 baht. The Transport Co. also run overnight buses from Bangkok's Mo Chit bus terminal to Satun town, taking 17.5 hours and also costing 800 baht.

By car
To travel by car from Malaysia, first take the road from Kangar towards Padang Besar and take a left turn towards Wang Kelian, approximately 8 km, before reaching Padang Besar. Pass the border checkpoints of Wang Kelian on the Malaysian side and of Wan Pra Chan on the Thai side. You may want to stop at the morning market at the border area for some fresh fruit and vegetables. Drive past some scenic mountains on the way to Khuang Don and take a left turn towards Satun. On the way you will pass by the town of Chalung. The trip from the border check points takes about 90 minutes.

By boat
Langkawi Ferry has two or three daily services, depends on the season, between Langkawi, Malaysia and Satun. No reservations are possible, just show up. The trip takes 1 hr 15 min, and the fare is 350 baht/RM 35 one-way.

Kuala Perlis Fisherman's Boat: Kuala Perlis situated on peninsular Malaysia. Gateway to Langkawi, and Satun. No reservations are possible, just show up. Stay a night at Putra Brasmana Hotel and take a trip cruising the Perlis river to the pier. From there, take a longtail boat to Satun. The trip takes 45 minutes and the fare is 150 baht / RM15 one-way. (As of May 2024, the Thai side says this is no longer available. It may be seasonal.)

Get around
Like elsewhere in Thailand, Songthaews ply fixed routes throughout Satun town.

Sights

Satun Central Mosque or Mambang Mosque (มัสยิดกลางจังหวัดสตูลหรือมัสยิดมำบัง) The mosque has modern architecture. Its white building is decorated with glazed tiles, marble, and glass.

Satun National Museum – Kuden Mansion / Istana Tengku Kudin of Kedah (พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติสตูล – คฤหาสน์กูเด็น) During 1997–2000, the Fine Arts Department rebuilt the Kuden Mansion into a Western two-storey brick building. Its Thai-styled hip-roof is covered with Spanish terra cotta roof tiles. The top of the pediment is adorned with a star-shaped vent in accordance with Islamic architecture.

Khao To Phaya Wang Public Park (สวนสาธารณะเขาโต๊ะพญาวัง)

Wat Chanathip Chaloem (วัดชนาธิปเฉลิม) The first Buddhist temple in the town of Satun. It is a Thai-styled two-storey building. The first storey is a brick building used as a preaching hall. The second storey is a wooden building for religious practice by Buddhist monks.

Laem Tanyong Po and Hat Sai Yao (แหลมตันหยงโปและหาดทรายยาว) A cape jutting into the Andaman Sea where there is a fishing village. Its long sandy beach is fringed with coconut trees and fisher's houses.

Tarutao National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติตะรุเตา) The first marine national park of Thailand. The area was declared a national park on 19 April 1974, and an ASEAN Heritage Park and Reserve by UNESCO in 1982.

 * [[Image:Kuden Mansion.jpg|thumb|Kuden Mansion or Satun National Museum]]Ko Tarutao (เกาะตะรุเตา) The largest island of the park, covering an area of 152 km2. Mountains with moist evergreen forest predominate, with interesting species of plants and wildlife. There is a mangrove forest. There are many bays, both small and large, with beautiful beaches. Attractions on Ko Tarutao:
 * Ao Phante Melaka (อ่าวพันเตมะละกา) A bay with a clean long white beach. The headquarters of Tarutao National Park is here.
 * Ao Chak (อ่าวจาก) This small bay is next to Ao Phante Melaka.

 * Ao Mo Lae (อ่าวเมาะและ) A bay with a clean white sandy beach.

 * Ao Son (อ่าวสน) This curve-shaped bay has sandy beaches which are interspersed with rocky beaches. It is also an egg-laying ground for sea turtles.

 * Ao Talo Wao (อ่าวตะโละวาว) A historical area where there was once a reformatory. The site has replicas of the original buildings.

 * Ao Talo Udang (อ่าวตะโละอุดัง) A bay to the south of the island, 8 km from Ko Langkawi. The park's Ranger Station To To 2 (Talo Udang) is here. In the past, it was where political prisoners from the Bowondet and Nai Sip rebels were detained.

 * Namtok Ludu (น้ำตกลูดู) A small beautiful waterfall, around 3 km from Ao Son. There is a nature trail from Ao Son to Namtok Ludu.

 * Tham Chorakhe (ถ้ำจระเข้) A cave 300 m in depth. Inside, are stalactites and stalagmites.

 * Pha To Bu Viewpoint (จุดชมวิวผาโต๊ะบู) A cliff 60 m above sea level. The viewpoint is behind park headquarters, overlooking the beaches of Ao Phante Melaka, Ko Bulon, Ko Klang, Ko Khai, Ko Adang, Ko Rawi, and Muko Phetra.

Ko Khai (เกาะไข่) An island to the west of Ko Tarutao. This small island is between Ko Tarutao and Ko Adang. The famous feature of Ko Khai is its natural stone arch, the symbol of the Tarutao National Park. Coral reefs are found in the sea around Ko Khai.

Muko Adang – Rawi (หมู่เกาะอาดัง – ราวี) Islands 40 km to the southwest of Ko Tarutao, or 60 km from the town of Satun.

Ko Adang (เกาะอาดัง) The island has an area of around 30 km2, with many beaches of fine sand. It is surrounded by small islands, and is popular for diving.

Ko Rawi (เกาะราวี) This island has an area of about 29 km2.

Ko Lipeh or Ko Lipe (เกาะสิเป๊ะหรือเกาะหลีเป๊ะ) There is a community of Moken (Chao Le or Andaman Sea Gypsies) here. Most families earn a living by fishing. Most importantly, the villagers will build boats from Rakam wood and perform a ceremony to float the boat, according to their belief in the prediction of their fishing. Ko Lipe is becoming a major tourist destination with many bungalow complexes on the two main beaches, Pattaya and Sunrise.

Ko Hin Ngam (เกาะหินงาม) A small island to the southwest of Ko Adang. On the beach, there are smooth black stones in different shapes and with beautiful patterns.

Ko Yang or Ko Kata (เกาะยางหรือเกาะกาต๊ะ)

Ko Chabang (เกาะจาบัง) A small island. Deep down around the submerged rocks is the habitat of soft corals, sea anemones, and schools of colourful fish.

Muko Dong (หมู่เกาะดง) Islands on the farthest outer ring of Muko Adang – Rawi, around one hour from Ko Adang. There are coral reefs in both shallow and deep sea. Around Ko Dong are 4 – 5 satellite islands. One of them is Ko Hin Son, which prominently looks like superimposed rocks.

Tham Lot Puyu (ถ้ำลอดปูยู) Khlong Tha Chin or Tha Chin Canal flows through the cave. Mangrove forests flank the canal throughout its course. Inside the cave, there are stalactites and stalagmites.

Thale Ban National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติทะเลบัน) Most of the area are a complex of mountains and dense woods. Wild animals found here include serow, elephant, tapir, common wild pig, monkey, gibbon, and Khiat Wak, or Ma Nam (giant Asiatic toad or Malayan giant toad). Attractions in the Thale Ban National Park:

 * Bueng Thale Ban (บึงทะเลบัน) A freshwater lake in the middle of a valley flanked by the Chin and the Wang Pra Ranges.

 * Namtok Ya Roi (น้ำตกยาโรย) Waterfall originating from a source in the Hua Kraming Forest.

 * Namtok Ton Plio (น้ำตกโตนปลิว) Waterfall originating from Mount Chin. This large and beautiful multi-tiered waterfall flows from a high cliff.

 * Thai – Malaysian Border Zone or Wang Prachan Checkpoint (เขตชายแดนไทย – มาเลเซียหรือด่านวังประจัน). It is just 2 km from the park's headquarters. Located here is the Thale Ban National Park Ranger Station.

 * Namtok Thara Sawan Forest Park (วนอุทยานน้ำตกธาราสวรรค์) The area was declared a forest park by the Royal Forest Department on 23 July 1996. Regular rain causes an abundant evergreen forest here.

 * Namtok Panan (น้ำตกปาหนัน) In Tambon Thung Nui, 39 km from the town of Satun. The waterfall originates from Mount Kaming. The surrounding nature is still intact. It has water flowing all year round. A power generating dam of a medium scale has been built in the waterfall area.

 * La-ngu Local Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์พื้นบ้านละงู) The museum building has 2 storeys. On the ground floor, there are local handicrafts and sweets for sale. A museum on the upper floor displays brassware, earthenware, silverware, etc., which are the private collection of Mr. Chaiwat Saikun.

Muko Phetra National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติหมู่เกาะเภตรา) Most of the areas are high and steep mountains with valley plains and beaches. The national park has forests, mountains, wildlife, and colourful coral reefs. It is composed of large and small main islands. Attractions in the Muko Phetra National Park:

 * Ao Nun (อ่าวนุ่น) A bay where the park headquarters is located.

 * Hat Rawai (หาดราไว) The beach is fringed with lines of pine trees.

 * Ko Lidi Lek (เกาะลิดีเล็ก) The Ranger Station is here. A white sandy beach lies on the island. A mangrove forest grows at the island's side where various aquatic animals inhabit.

 * Ko Bulon (เกาะบุโหลน) There are scattered spots for snorkelling and scuba diving, such as Ko Ayam and Ko Hin Khao. At night, hermit crabs and ghost crabs can be seen on the beach.

 * Namtok Wang Sai Thong (น้ำตกวังสายทอง) The beauty of this waterfall is the limestone in the shape of multi-petalled lotus flowers settling on the bottom of the pools at each of its tiers.

 * Namtok Than Plio (น้ำตกธารปลิว) It originates from Mount Lung Khroe in the provincial areas of Satun and Trang. This two-tiered waterfall has a pool 40 m wide and 50 m long at its base. The surrounding area is shady with various plants.

Do
International Kite Festival Held every year around February at the Satun Airport, around from the town of Satun. Tarutao – Adang Fishing Club Fair Held every year around March.

Satun Marine Tourism Festival Held around December to mark the start of the marine tourism season in Satun.

Boat Floating Tradition Observed by Chao Le or sea dwellers at Ko Lipe in Satun around the middle of the sixth and eleventh lunar months of every year. It is intended to dispel bad luck, as well as to call on spirits for bountiful fishing.

There is not much excitement in the predominantly Muslim town of Satun. Most visitors head for Tarutao National Park (a group of beautiful islands about 2 hours by ferry from the jetty of Tammalang). Tammalang is the southern gateway to Satun (by ferry from Langkawi or from Kuala Perlis).

From Tammalang, the ferry sails to the island of Ko Lipe at 12:30 and takes about three hours. To Ko Tarutao departs at 10:00, arriving at 16:00 (varies, the ferry may turn up at 17:00 or 18:00). Check out island activities at the local tour agent at the Tammalang jetty. After booking your tour, you may want to head back to Satun to stay the night.

While in Satun, walk around to discover its quaint attractions and enjoy the local food. Local food includes spicy Thai food, Chinese-style fare, and Malaysian-influenced cooking of roti canai. There are a few pubs along the main town street. The only disco in town is about 3 km from the town centre.

Wake up early and try to jog around the Monkey Park. It's just at the back of Phiman School and you will see a rocky mountain and a river besides it. You can circumnavigate this mountain by motorbike or by car as they have built concrete roads here and you will be amazed by the population of tamed monkeys here because they are used to the locals feeding them. Remember to bring some fruits and snacks, but the monkeys now prefer snacks, And be attentive to your belongings and the monkeys are prone to snatch them. There are also little caves around the base of the mountain that are worth photographing, Also, you can climb up the mountain by the concrete stairways. There are also cottages here for free if you want to listen to the gush of flowing water in the river and watch the monkeys playing. You can also go here in the afternoon before sunset around 16:00 as many locals go at this time.

The ferry trip to Tarutao National Park costs about 1,000 baht return. Scuba and snorkelling gear is available for rent at island dive shops. So just bring your suntan lotion and cash (better to change currency on the mainland for better rates).

Eat
Restaurants don't seem to have prominent signage or branding. As such it is difficult to label one better than another. Fortunately most of the food is good Thai food with a noticeable lack of Western franchises such as McDonald's or Starbucks. Don't be afraid to walk up to any place that looks as if it's serving food and just use sign language or simple English to order food. Most people are very receptive and will go out of their way to help you get something in your belly. Phonetically "Pad See Ewe" is fried noodles with various vegetable bits and perhaps some meat. Be adventurous, chew slowly, and watch out for bones.

Drink
Southern Thailand is predominantly Muslim which means that alcohol isn't as ubiquitous as it is in Bangkok. That said, it is available in some restaurants and in most mini-marts. There are a few bars and other places with karaoke machines. Nightlife tends to be quiet.

For cool drinks and food: Port Satun at the fresh market and Rientong Pier.

Budget

 * With air-con, hot shower 590 Baht single or 720 Baht twin includes breakfast.
 * With air-con, hot shower 590 Baht single or 720 Baht twin includes breakfast.
 * With air-con, hot shower 590 Baht single or 720 Baht twin includes breakfast.
 * With air-con, hot shower 590 Baht single or 720 Baht twin includes breakfast.

Go next

 * Ko Lipe — the boat for Ko Lipe leaves at 12:30 from Tammalang pier and costs 650 baht for a one-way ticket, 1,200 baht for two one-way tickets.
 * Langkawi — this Malaysian island can be reached by ferry
 * Tammalang Pier - Songthaews - Satun to Tammalang Pier to connect with the ferry to Langkawi Island (June 2019). Songthaews depart from the front of the 7-Eleven store about 100 m from the intersection of 406 and 4051 (4051 is Pracha Uthid Rd on Google Maps). The 7-Eleven store is next to a Caltex petrol station (opposite Sulakanukoon 8 street and Highway 406). This 7-Eleven store is about a 750-m walk from the Clock Tower (which is next to Satun Central Mosque). From the Clock Tower, walk roughly south along Highway 406 (walk towards and past ON’s Bar and restaurant). The ferry departs to Langkawi Island at 11:30, 450 baht (May 2024).  There is no boat to Kuala Perlis. The Songthaews depart at fixed times. The drivers do not wait until the vehicle is full. 40 Thai baht, 25 min (June 2019).  Some hotel receptionists will tell you that there are no songthaews (Satun Tanee Hotel) and you will be told that there are only motor cycle taxis (80 baht) or a taxi (200 baht) while other receptionists (ON’s Bar and Restaurant) will tell you where to go to get the Songthaew and will also tell you the price. Rideshare is likely available (Grab, Bolt, Maxim).
 * Hat Yai - Van runs between 06:00 - 17:00, 100 baht. Ask a hotel to book a seat.

title: Satun


text:
Saturn

Saturn is a beach town in the Dobruja region of Romania that was built during the communist period.

Understand
Completed in 1972, the resort has two major beaches: Adras beach, located in the northern part of the resort, closer to Venus, and Diana beach in the south, located near the town of Mangalia.

Get in
Saturn is 1 km north of the city of Mangalia.

There is a train station in the central part of Mangalia. Constant connection with Constanta, less often with Bucharest and other cities.

Located on the road from Constanta to Mangalia. You need to get off the bus in front of the city. The nearest bus station is 1.5 km from the resort.

See
There are no attractions in Saturn, so it is recommended to walk to the city of Mangalia and visit the sights.

Do

 * Go to the beach
 * Swim in a pool (Hotel Balada)
 * Get a balneological treatment.

Eat
Eating is very cheap by western European standards.

Drink
The town is very noisy till late at night with disco and music bands.

Sleep
There are a number of large, old fashioned concrete hotels that were built in the 1960s. Room rates are around €30.

One of the cheapest options is the private sector. At the entrance to Saturn, tourists are offered accommodation. As a rule, such people stand with a sign "Cazare".

title: Saturn


text:
Saturna Island

Saturna Island is in the Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia, Canada. It is between Vancouver Island and the mainland, and is the most easterly of the Gulf Islands. Saturna Island is mountainous and approximately 31 km² in size. Approximately 44% of the island is a part of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve (GINPR). Gulf Islands National Park Reserve was formed in 2003 from existing provincial parks, an Ecological Reserve, and other Crown land.

Understand

Like many of the Gulf Islands, Saturna is short on fresh water, so water conservation is expected.

History
The island was first used by Indigenous people who called the island "Long Nose", due to the island's long north-eastern tapering shoreline that ends at East Point.

Saturna was explored by Spanish sailors and named in 1791 after their naval schooner, the Santa Saturnina, one of the ships in the Spanish expedition that explored the Strait of Georgia. The first European settlers arrived in the 1800s.

Landscape
The highest peak on Saturna Island is at 497 metres. Mt. Warburton Pike (GINPR) is accessible by vehicle, and features panoramic views of the San Juan Islands and the Southern Gulf Islands.

Flora and fauna

 * Marine wildlife on the shores of Saturna includes seals, sea lions, river otters and tidal marine life. It is also common to see porpoises and the endangered orca whale in the waters off East Point (GINPR).
 * Saturna Island is the perfect place for bird watching: over 180 species -- including ruby-throated hummingbirds, oyster catchers, bald eagles and great blue herons -- can be seen on Saturna Island.
 * At Mt. Warburton (GINPR), endangered Garry oak trees cling tenaciously to the shallow soil, while a large population of feral goats roams the island's south-facing cliffs.

Climate
In this area, daily temperatures rise above 30°C (86°F) on an average of one or two days per year and fall below -5°C (23°F) on an average of only 2 nights per year. During the winter, the average daily high and low temperatures are 8.2°C (47°F) and 3.6°C (38°F), respectively. The summer months are equally mild, with an average high temperature of 19.6°C (67°F) and low of 11.3°C (52°F).

This may seem like mild weather, but boaters and kayakers can feel very chilled especially if soaked by rain or waves. Hypothermia is a very real possibility.

Nearly two-thirds of the area's rainfall occurs between November and February, with July being the driest month on average. August and September frequently experience morning fogs.

By ferry
BC Ferries provides connections from Pender Island, Mayne Island, Galiano Island, and sometimes to Victoria (Swartz Bay).

 * . Trips to Vancouver or Salt Spring Island involve transferring between ferries.

By plane

 * Flights to Saturna Island from Vancouver International Airport.

Get around
Kayak launching is best done at Thomson Park (see marker under Do) or at Winter Cove (see listing under See). Boat launches are located at Winter Cove.

Do

 * Swimming areas include beaches at, and East Point (see listing under See).
 * Swimming areas include beaches at, and East Point (see listing under See).
 * Swimming areas include beaches at, and East Point (see listing under See).
 * Swimming areas include beaches at, and East Point (see listing under See).
 * Swimming areas include beaches at, and East Point (see listing under See).

Buy
There is a thriving arts culture on Saturna Island, with a yearly gallery tour and several galleries that are open daily in the summer months. There are no banks on Saturna Island. Most retailers accept major credit cards and debit cards, but please check with your accommodation when making your reservation. ATMs are available at Saturna Lighthouse Pub (see listing under Eat and drink).

Lodging

Stay safe
Fires are not permitted on Saturna during the summer months when the fire hazard is extreme. In the spring, fall and winter months, fire permits can be obtained at the Saturna General Store (see listing under Buy).

title: Saturna Island


text:
Saturnia

The Terme di Saturnia are a group of hot springs in the municipality of Manciano, a few kilometres from the village of Saturnia, in the Maremma area of south Tuscany. The springs that feed the baths, which are found in the southeastern valley, cover a vast territory that stretches from Mount Amiata and the hills of the Fiora dell'Albegna to the Maremma Grosseto at Roselle (Roselle Terme) and Talamone (Terme dell'Osa).

Understand
According to legend Saturn, Roman god of the harvest, grew exasperated with people for their warring ways. He hurled a lightning bolt to earth in anger. It split the ground causing hot sulfuric water to gush forth, continuing to this day.

Do

Eat

 * Ristorante Aqualuce , with traditional tuscany dishes

Sleep

 * Terme di Saturnia SPA & Golf Resort, 5 star Hotel with Spa and Golf.

Go next
- Pitigliano

title: Saturnia


text:
Sauce

Sauce is a city of 7,300 people (2017) in San Martin.

Get in
Shared taxi or combi from Tarapoto. In Tarapoto you need to take mototaxi to the "paradero" (station) to Sauce.

Get around
Moto-taxi

See

 * Laguna Azul - many hotels give boat rides on the lake
 * Waterfalls - there are several waterfalls to see

Sleep

 * Sauce Resort - the fancy resort
 * Sauce Resort - the fancy resort

title: Sauce