Islands & diving
Beaches, ferries, snorkelling and diving
Destinations
Khao Lak & SimilanQuiet long beaches north of Phuket, and the gateway to the Similan Islands
Koh ChangThailand's green eastern island with jungle hills, quiet beaches and gateways to smaller islands
Koh LantaA long, laid-back Andaman island with sunset beaches and an old fishing town
Koh LipeSmall Andaman island, white sand, no cars, and a boat season that decides your whole trip
Koh PhanganKnown for its monthly beach party, but with jungle, yoga retreats and calm bays beyond Haad Rin
Koh Phi PhiA car-free island pair between Phuket and Krabi, famous for cliffs, clear water and day-trip crowds
Koh SamuiThe Gulf's biggest and most developed island, with its own airport and beaches for every style
Koh TaoSmall island, big diving scene, with beginner courses and easy snorkelling bays
KrabiLimestone cliffs, island-hopping boats and easy beach bases on the Andaman coast
PattayaThe closest big beach resort to Bangkok, with island boats, family attractions and a very busy nightlife strip
PhuketThailand's biggest island, from party strips to quiet northern baysAll guides
Best Phuket Beaches: A Guide by Beach and Season
Compare Phuket's main beaches by atmosphere, swimming conditions, facilities and season, from Patong and Kata to Nai Yang and Freedom Beach.
Best Time to Visit Thailand by Region: Month Guide
A month-by-month calendar for Thailand's regions: Andaman coast, Gulf islands, Bangkok and the north, with monsoon timing and how to pick your month.
Full Moon Party Koh Phangan: Facts, Safety and Planning
A factual guide to Koh Phangan's Full Moon Party: what it is, dates, getting there, costs, and practical safety and harm-reduction advice for 2026.
How to Get to Koh Lipe: Pak Bara, Langkawi, Seasons
Step-by-step ways to reach Koh Lipe from Bangkok, Hat Yai, Trang and Langkawi, with seasonal speedboat facts, rough costs and a timing checklist.
How to Get to Koh Phi Phi from Phuket, Krabi and Lanta
Ferry routes to Koh Phi Phi from Phuket, Krabi and Koh Lanta, with timings, seasons, luggage, arrival fees and rough-weather tips.
Koh Chang Guide: Getting There, Beaches and Things to Do
A practical Koh Chang guide covering ferries from Bangkok, best season, beach areas, snorkelling trips, waterfalls and a realistic budget and itinerary.
Koh Tao Diving Courses: PADI and SSI for Beginners
How beginner scuba courses on Koh Tao are structured, typical certification times, what to check on safety, the medical form and the flying-after-diving rule.
Krabi Islands and Railay Guide: Tours, Beaches and Tips
How to choose between Railay, Phra Nang, the Four Islands, Hong Islands and Poda, with costs, seasons, boat types and safety notes.
Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket: James Bond Island and Caves
Plan a Phang Nga Bay day trip from Phuket with tour types, stops like James Bond Island and Koh Panyee, fees, season tips and a booking checklist.
Phi Phi Islands Tour from Phuket: Speedboat vs Big Boat
Compare Phi Phi day tours from Phuket by boat type, duration, stops, fees and weather risk, with a checklist for choosing the right one.
Samui, Phangan and Tao Ferry Guide: Routes and Times
How ferries and boats link Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao and the mainland, with route times, ticket tips, seasonal disruption and safety notes for 2026.
Similan Islands Guide: Season, Day Trips and Liveaboards
How to visit the Similan Islands from Khao Lak: park season, day trip vs liveaboard, what you see, rough costs, what to bring and safety basics.
Things to Do in Pattaya: Koh Larn, Sanctuary and Day Trips
A factual guide to things to do in Pattaya, from Koh Larn and the Sanctuary of Truth to family attractions and day trips, with costs and timings.
Where to Stay in Khao Lak: Beach-by-Beach Guide
Compare Nang Thong, Bang Niang, Khuk Khak, Bang Sak and Pakarang in Khao Lak, with budget bands, seasons and tips for Similan Islands trips.
Where to Stay in Koh Lanta: Beach-by-Beach Guide
Compare Klong Dao, Long Beach, Klong Khong, Klong Nin, Kantiang Bay and Old Town on beach quality, atmosphere, season and price.
Where to Stay in Koh Lipe: Beach-by-Beach Guide
Compare Pattaya Beach, Sunrise Beach, Sunset Beach and Walking Street on Koh Lipe, with budget bands, seasons and a quick decision guide.
Where to Stay in Koh Samui: Beach-by-Beach Guide
Compare Koh Samui's main areas, from Chaweng and Lamai to Bophut, Maenam and Choeng Mon, with price ranges, pros and cons and who each suits.
Where to Stay in Krabi: Ao Nang, Railay and Beyond
Compare Ao Nang, Railay, Krabi Town, Klong Muang and Tubkaek by access, beach quality, noise and budget so you can pick the right base.
Which Thai Island to Visit: Decision Guide and Comparison
Choose between Phuket, Krabi, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Koh Lipe, Koh Lanta and more using season, budget, access and vibe, with a comparison table.