Have you had the opportunity to travel to Thailand ? No? Well, it is time for you to do it because it is a wonderful destination, with a good tourist infrastructure, dream beaches, a rich gastronomy, jungle mountains, historical ruins, accommodation of all kinds, friendly and smiling people and, of course, many interesting things to see. In short, it is a country that will not disappoint you.
If you ever have the opportunity to travel to Thailand, you must visit at least one of the many islands in this Southeast Asian country, otherwise your trip will be incomplete. Today at Vuela Viajes we are talking about some of the most touristic islands in the country. Would you like to join us?
Phuket
How could it be otherwise, let’s start by talking about the island of Phuket, which is only an hour and a half from Bangkok by plane. The good thing about this beautiful and touristic island is that it offers accommodation for all tastes and pockets, as well as an excellent tourist infrastructure , with excellent hospitals and the most modern facilities. The downside is that many of its beaches are always full of people. Of course, it is possible to find quiet places. On the other hand, you must bear in mind that this island is ideal for all kinds of water activities: diving, rowing, sailing, excursions to other nearby islands …
Koh Phi Phi
40 kilometers from Krabi we find the Koh Phi Phi islands. It is in Koh Phi Phi Don, the larger of the two islands, where we find the tourist infrastructure while Koh Phi Phi Leh is undeveloped . As you can imagine by looking at the image that we offer you on these lines, it is an ideal place to rest, go scuba diving and contemplate the most dense tropical forests.
Koh Lanta
We also have to talk about Koh Lanta, a district made up of 52 islands that for a long time was the preferred destination for backpackers . However, more and more hotels can be seen on the coast. The good news is that there are still 12 islands that are uninhabited. Furthermore, many corners of this archipelago are still isolated.
Koh Samui and Koh Phangan
On the Gulf of Thailand we find the island of Koh Samui, a truly paradisiacal place despite having a developed tourist infrastructure, being able to find accommodation for all budgets. Close to this island we find Koh Phangan, a place tremendously known for celebrating the Full Moon Party , a macro party on the beach well known by backpackers. Perhaps for this reason, it is a place where young tourism abounds.
Koh Samet
The island of Koh Samet is very close to Bangkok, making it an ideal destination for a getaway if you are in the Thai capital. The good thing about this place is that it preserves the southern part quite unspoilt, being able to find beautiful beaches and bays. In addition, you must bear in mind that it is an island that is less affected by monsoons than others, so it is ideal to visit in the rainy season.
Koh Chang
We also have to talk about Koh Chang, an island located 400 kilometers from Bangkok. It is the second largest island in Thailand and is home to a well-preserved rainforest . Best of all, there are plenty of activities to do on Koh Chang, notably scuba diving and hiking. In addition, you can take elephant rides.
Similan Islands
Of course, we cannot forget about the Similan Islands, as they are considered by many to be one of the best places in the world for scuba diving . In reality, it is a natural park that stands out for its corals, its great marine life and its paradisiacal beaches.
Koh Tao
Finally, we want to talk about Koh Tao, an island known for the diving courses that are held here. And it is one of the best places in all of Thailand to dive.