Best Time to Visit Krabi: Weather & Crowds by Month Krabi is a province in Southern Thailand, not a single beach destination. On the mainland, Ao Nang is the main beach base and Krabi Town is the provincial capital. The best time to visit Krabi is from December to March, with January and February usually…
Where to Stay in Krabi: Which Area Is Right for You? Choosing where to stay in Krabi matters more than many first-time visitors expect. Krabi is a province, not one compact beach resort, and its main accommodation areas offer very different experiences. Your base affects whether you can walk to the beach and restaurants, how…
Best Time to Visit Koh Lanta: Weather, Seasons & Crowds The best time to visit Koh Lanta is from November to April, but if I were planning another trip, I’d aim for late November, early December or March. You still have a good chance of sunny days and calm seas, but you can avoid some of the…
Where to Stay in Koh Phi Phi (2026): Best Areas & Hotels for Every Budget Choosing where to stay in Koh Phi Phi can completely change your experience of the island. Stay near Loh Dalum Beach and you can be minutes from the nightlife. Choose Long Beach and you get better swimming and snorkelling, but…
Best Time to Visit Koh Phi Phi (Weather, Seasons & Crowds) he best time to visit Koh Phi Phi is from November to April, when the Andaman Sea is usually calmer and conditions are best for snorkelling, diving, beach days and island hopping. I visited Koh Phi Phi in February during Chinese New Year, so I experienced…
Best Time to Visit Koh Lipe (Weather, Seasons & Crowds) The best time to visit Koh Lipe is from November to April, when you’ll enjoy sunny weather, calm seas, excellent snorkeling visibility and reliable ferry connections. If you’re looking for the best balance of weather and crowds, November and March are my favorite months to…
Where to Stay in Koh Lipe: Best Areas, Beaches & Hotels (2026 Guide) Trying to decide where to stay in Koh Lipe? I’ve broken down the best areas to stay in Koh Lipe to help you choose the right base — whether you’re coming for a few days of island hopping or a slower, more…
Best Island Hopping Routes In Southern Thailand If you’re planning an island hopping trip in Southern Thailand, the biggest mistake is choosing islands before understanding how the routes actually connect. Most travellers overcomplicate this — jumping between islands that don’t link well or building routes that lead to unnecessary travel time. After travelling across the…
Thailand for First-Time Travellers: Practical Safety Tips for Visiting Southern Thailand Modified on Is Southern Thailand safe for a self-guided adventure? Short answer: Yes. I spent a month travelling there and the ‘safety concerns’ I read about online vanished on day one. From kayaking remote islands to hiking in the jungle, all the activities are…
Thailand Packing List (2026): What You Actually Need + What to Skip Most people overpack for Thailand. After spending a month island hopping across Koh Lipe, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and Koh Mook, I realised you need far less than you think — but a few key items make a big difference. This packing…
Best Islands in Thailand (Andaman Coast): How to Choose the Right One Choosing the best islands in Thailand isn’t the hard part — choosing the right combination is. Most travelers don’t struggle because there aren’t enough options, but because everything looks good and it’s unclear what actually fits together. One island is great for beaches,…