Many people come to Thailand to visit one or more of its amazing islands. For some travellers, though, their itinerary doesn’t allow them much time. If you are looking for an island near Bangkok for a quick getaway or are just looking for the closest beach to Bangkok, locally based travel writer, Stephen Christopher, has … Read more
Nestled between Phuket Island and Krabi Town on the mainland, Koh Yao Yai is one of Thailand’s lesser-known island destinations. This idyllic, peaceful island sits at the entrance to the picturesque Phang-Nga Bay on Thailand’s west coast and is starting to see a steady trickle of Western tourists looking for the next Thai island paradise … Read more
Feeling the need for some sea air? It’s a relatively simple trip from Bangkok to Ko Chang, making it a great choice if you are looking for a brief island escape. Today we share your options for reaching Ko Chang with bus, ferry, and flight options to choose from. After a couple of days amidst … Read more