Foreigners are unable to own land downright in Thailand. Even so, you have many legal pathways: Hua Hin: A hoheitsvoll resort town using a laid-back, family-friendly vibe and excellent golf. Koh Samui: More upscale and less crowded than Phuket, with beautiful beaches along with a robust expat community. Krabi: Dramatic karst landscape, a more "local" feel than typically the major islands, and excellent...