Thailand Islands and Beach Life

If you have visited Koh Tao or are lucky enough to stay here long-term, read on to learn the secret wisdom of Koh Tao.

Here is everything you need to know about Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao to help plan your adventure!

Koh Lanta is about 85 kilometers south of Krabi, just south of the Andaman Coast. There are 2 main ways to get to this tropical island. One is to take a ferry from neighboring destinations or by vehicle. You can fly to the Krabi airport and rent a car or hire a driver if you want the most direct route from Bangkok.

About an hour away by speedboat from both Phuket and the Krabi, Koh Yao Noi is located in Phang Nga Bay. There is a larger sister island called Koh Yoa Yai to the south and I was surprised to learn that Koh Yao Noi is the more happening island of the 2.

Railay is a charming town in Thailand, nestled between Ao Nang and Krabi. Only accessible by boat and it is famous for its towering limestone cliffs. This small peninsula is a dream destination for rock climbers and beachgoers alike. During my solo travel adventure in Thailand, I spent six nights and seven days in Railay in December 2021. It turned out to be the turning point of my four-month solo journey.

Nai Harn is a small, quaint beach town in the south of Phuket surrounded by amazing viewpoints and Buddhist temples. The water is warm and clear, and the sunsets are some of the best in Thailand. There is a lake with a walking trail around it. Nai Harn also has a large ex-pat community that is friendly and helpful and nothing like the disgusting men who trolled Bang-La Road in Patong.