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Resorts in Thailand
Koh Chang
The tropical island resort of Koh Chang is Thailand's second largest island after Phuket, and is made up of stunning white beaches, lofty mountain peaks, pristine rainforests and c…
Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta is a popular resort area in southern Thailand. Consisting of two islands, Koh Lanta Yai and Koh Lanta Noi, almost all of the tourist development is on Koh Lanta Yai, whic
Koh Pha Ngan
The beautiful little island of Koh Pha Ngan is a fantastic holiday destination in the centre of the Gulf of Thailand, about 35 miles (55km) from the mainland, and is home to 10,000…
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phi Phi is an extraordinary holiday destination. The twin Phi Phi islands, 25 miles (40km) east of Phuket, are world-renowned, particularly since the making of the Leonardo di …
Koh Samui
A sun lover's holiday paradise, Koh Samui ('the coconut island') is Thailand's third largest island resort and no longer the footloose and fancy-free backpacker's secret hideaway i…
Koh Tao
Koh Tao ('Turtle Island') has been described as offering 'heaven under the sea', its main holiday attraction being the incredible snorkelling and scuba diving opportunities afforde…
Krabi
The tiny Thai province of Krabi, 500 miles (800km) south of Bangkok, is a magical, unspoilt paradise and one of the country's most enchanting coastal holiday resort destinations. T…
Pattaya
Pattaya, situated about 62 miles (100km) south of Bangkok, was once just a quiet coastal fishing town. Today it teems with holidaymakers, both local and foreign, and is packed with…