Comments on: My favorite islands in Thailand

By: Bob

Bob — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 22:10:21 +0000

Likewise we have been going to Thailand since 2004.
Unfortunately we have seen a steady decline in Phuket with prices rising considerably. We now seek out those lesser known islands for our annual trips.
Koh Phayam from the above poster sounds interesting

By: Dee

Dee — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 18:04:29 +0000

Now that I’ve traveled through Thailand and spent many a day enjoying the island life I need to add Koh Phayam to this list. No cars on the island, only scooters. No power, just generators and solar. Most guesthouses will only supply you power for certain hours of the day. Really makes for a new experience. To top it all off its picture perfect! Check it out.

By: Carrie

Carrie — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:10 +0000

This is a great compilation of islands in Thailand. I’ve been going to Thailand every year for the last seven years. When I first journeyed there, most of these islands were still relatively unspoiled and weren’t incredibly touristy.

Phuket quickly moved to the bottom of my list after visiting these other islands. While there are loads of activities to keep you busy, I’ve found that the crowds of tourists really deter from all of them. Over the last ten years, Phuket has become too overdeveloped and gimmicky for my tastes, although it is nice to go at least once to see Phang-Nga Bay, James Bond Island, and the Floating Gypsy Sea Village. The sea-kaying tours available in this area are well-worth it, though.

Ko Phanghan has also changed drastically over the past ten years. It used to be a clean, eco-friendly backpacker’s haven. However, the last time I was there, I was really dismayed to see the amount of trash on the beaches and floating in the water. Ko Phanghan might be famous for its full-moon parties, but those parties are having a drastic effect on the natural environment.

I fell in love with Ko Lipe. It’s stunning and I can well understand how Matt overextended his stay there.

By: Matt

Matt — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:42:50 +0000

Have been to thailand a few times and have never heard of Koh Lipe – next time i am going there!

By: Dee

Dee — Fri, 29 May 2009 17:24:10 +0000

I can’t wait to explore the islands of Thailand! Ko Lipe sounds exactly like my kind of place.

By: Nabeel

Nabeel — Tue, 19 May 2009 02:46:05 +0000

After going through your details and pics I like Phuket and Ko Lipe. Hope to see one day

By: Chicago neuroscience

Chicago neuroscience — Mon, 18 May 2009 22:42:45 +0000

I also have to agree. I have been to Phuket and can testify that it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been.The water there is clear and warm, great for diving. The landscape is simply breathtaking and the tourist hotels are great; they give great information and the people are very nice and accommodating. Regards!

By: Dave and Deb

Dave and Deb — Mon, 18 May 2009 04:08:25 +0000

Agreed with them all. Thailand has some beautiful beaches. Ko Lipe had to be one of our favorites because when we were there in 2004 it was not well traveled. We loved Ko Lanta as well. That photo of Phuket looks a lot like Ralay in Krabi. Karts formations everywhere. That is what makes Thailand Beaches so beautiful!