When it comes to enjoying Thailand’s Beach & Island Escapes there are many to choose from.

These are 5 of our favorites

1) Koh Chang
It’s also known also as ‘Elephant Island’ because of its elephant shaped headland.
This is Thailand’s third largest island after Phuket and Samui. It is located around
300 kilometers east of Bangkok in Trat Province, in the Gulf of Thailand near the
Cambodian border. From jungle covered mountain peaks to sweeping bays, great
waterfalls, stunning coral reefs, beach huts and luxury resorts, Koh Chang has plenty
to offer. Make sure you also visit the islands ghost ship – a mysteriously abandoned ship
resort that has become an Instagram favorite.

2) Koh Lipe
This lovely island in the Andaman Sea sits near Malaysia's border. It takes a day of
travel from Bangkok to get here by flight van and boat but its well worth the effort.
It’s part of a National Marine Park, that’s home to gorgeous snorkeling and f=dive
sites, lovely sandy beaches, budget and glam hotels and a happening nightlife along
the islands famous walking street.

3) Koh Tao
Located on the east side of the Surat Thani coastline close to Koh Phangan and Koh
Samui this little piece of paradise is known in English as turtle island. Its famous for
its underwater treasures and is an unforgettable destination for divers, adventurers
and travelers alike. Take a day trip also to the lovely nearby island of Koh Nunguan.

4) The Similans
The Similan Islands is one of the best-known island groups in the Andaman
Sea, largely because of the wonders that await beneath the clear-blue sea.The
islands are around 84 km northwest of Phuket. This little archipelago is one of
the most interesting dive sites in the world, as well as a favorite destination for
yachties and boat tours.

5) Krabi
Krabi town and province has some of the most stunning scenery in Thailand.
It’s beautiful white beaches stretch on for kilometers. Its home to jungles, famous
temple sites and over 200 islands just of the coast including the famous Phi Phi
Islands. Its most famous beach is Railay which is accessible only by boat. Not
surprisingly this place is also famous for its caves and rock-climbing pursuits.

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