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Beaches & Islands

Thailand's beaches and islands, and the decision underneath them: which coast, which season, and how far you are from a hospital.

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Which Thai coast for your week in the sun: sorted by month, kids and airport reach

Thailand's two beach coasts take their rain in different months, so the right one for your week depends on when you fly, who is with you and which airport you land at.

6 min read

Island Hopping in Thailand: How to Plan It

How to plan an island-hopping trip in Thailand — choosing your coast and islands, how the ferries and boats work, and sample routes for the Andaman and Gulf coasts.

4 min read