Phi Phi Islands
One of the best things about a Thailand holiday is how easy it is to combine a major resort with a sleepier offshore island. The Andaman Sea (West coast) is particularly handy for getting the best of both worlds. Phuket is closest to the Phi Phi islands, of ‘The Beach’ fame and popular with divers and day-trippers. Koh Racha has good diving and stylish boutique hotels, while Koh Yao Noi, offers the diversity of a Muslim fishing community offering homestays, to barefoot luxury hotel options.
Krabi has best access for Koh Lanta, popular with honeymooners. If you’re more adventurous, head for lesser visited Trang and join the locals on top snorkel spot Koh Kraden, or explore see the cliff-side swallows’ nests and emerald pool in a cave on Koh Muk.
