June 15, 2026
Koh Lanta travel guide: the slow island on the Andaman coast
Koh Lanta is where people go once they've decided Phuket is too much. Long quiet beaches, a real old town, and a pace that rewards staying put.
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The Andaman coast is the side of Thailand most people picture when they imagine the country: limestone towers rising out of clear water, longtail boats, and the islands scattered off Phuket and Krabi. It also has the most reliable beach weather in the country from November to April, exactly when the Gulf side is wet. These are the guides for that coast, from the busiest island to the emptiest.
June 15, 2026
Koh Lanta is where people go once they've decided Phuket is too much. Long quiet beaches, a real old town, and a pace that rewards staying put.
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Koh Yao Yai sits in the most photographed bay in Thailand and almost nobody stops there. Here's what the quiet island between Phuket and Krabi is actually like.
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Most people who say they hate Phuket stayed in Patong. The island is bigger and better than its reputation. Here's how to plan it properly.
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Krabi is a province, not a beach. Where you stay changes the trip entirely. Here's how to navigate it.
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Railay is cut off from the mainland by limestone cliffs. Getting there takes 15 minutes by longtail boat. Here's what you find when you arrive.
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