3 Days in Krabi: A Realistic First-Timer Itinerary Three full days in Krabi are enough to experience its coast, islands and local life, if you choose your stops carefully. I spent seven days based in Krabi Town and explored the mainland by scooter, Grab and taxi. This helped me understand how to group the main…
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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…
Is Krabi Town Worth Visiting? My Honest Experience After a Week Yes, Krabi Town is worth visiting if you want to experience a slower, less beach-focused side of Southern Thailand. I spent a week in Krabi Town after travelling along Thailand’s Andaman Coast and visiting several islands. By then, I was ready for a break…
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…
21 Best Things to Do in Krabi: Beaches, Hikes and Nature Adventures Krabi is famous for Railay Beach and island tours, but the coast is only one part of the region. I spent a week in Krabi Town at the end of a month-long trip along Thailand’s Andaman Coast. After visiting several islands, I deliberately…
Should You Skip Koh Lanta, Thailand? 20 Reasons to Visit When I first arrived on Koh Lanta, I wasn’t completely convinced by it. After smaller Thai islands, it felt bigger, more developed and less like a tropical paradise. But after spending a week there, I started to see island’s real strength: it’s variety. Koh Lanta gives you…
Koh Lanta Without a Scooter: How I’d Actually Do It If you’re planning a trip to Koh Lanta but don’t want to rent a scooter or car, you might be wondering whether you should visit at all. Koh Lanta is a big island, and unlike Koh Lipe or Koh Phi Phi, it isn’t somewhere you can…
Koh Lanta vs Koh Lipe: Which Island Is Better for Your Thailand Trip in 2026? Trying to choose between Koh Lanta and Koh Lipe? I’ve travelled to both, and although they’re both popular islands on Thailand’s Andaman Coast, they offer very different trips. Koh Lipe stands out for its clear turquoise water, white-sand beaches and…
Best Day Trips From Koh Lanta: Islands, Snorkelling & More One of the advantages of staying on Koh Lanta is the variety of places you can explore nearby. Day trips range from snorkelling around remote islands to kayaking through limestone landscapes, exploring caves and visiting local fishing communities. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta…
Epic 5 Days Koh Lanta Itinerary: How to Spend 5 Days (2026) Koh Lanta is one of Thailand’s largest islands, and with beaches, jungle, caves, mangroves and plenty of day trips to nearby islands, there’s much more to do here than you might expect. I spent around a week exploring Koh Lanta, and I think…
Koh Lanta in One Day: The Perfect 24-Hour Itinerary (2026) Koh Lanta is a large island, and one day isn’t enough to see everything, but if 24 hours is all you have, you can still experience some of the best sides of the island. I spent around a week exploring Koh Lanta, and if I had…
How to Travel to Koh Lanta, Thailand: Ferries, Flights & Best Transfers Getting to Koh Lanta is easier than it might look on the map. For most visitors, the simplest option is to fly into Krabi Airport and take a shared minivan or private transfer directly to your accommodation on the island. If you’re already…
Is Koh Lanta Old Town Worth Visiting? Things to Do & Tips Yes, Koh Lanta Old Town is worth visiting, especially if you want to see a different side of the island beyond its west-coast beaches. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta, and Old Town was one of my favourite stops. Rich in history,…
Koh Lanta Road Trip: Best Route, Stops & Practical Tips Koh Lanta is one of the best islands in Southern Thailand to explore by road. It’s large enough to have very different areas, but still small enough to see a lot in one day. I spent a week exploring Koh Lanta by moped and loved…