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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Thailand's Islands and Beaches.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Phuket Elephant Sanctuary to feed the rescued elephants, to dining with locals at the vibrant Surat Thani Night Market, and freediving off the north coast of Ko Pha-Ngan.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beaches travel guide: Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Thailand's Islands & Beaches and connect experiences together with ease Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Ko Kut, Ko Mak, and Trang's beaches & islands Special features on picking your ideal island, thai food explained, Bangkok gateway guide Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Thai culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Thailand Covers Bangkok and around, Ko Chand and the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin and the Upper gulf, Ko Samui and the Lower Gulf, Phuket and the Andaman Coast Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beaches.Co-ordinating Author: David EimerTop Authors: Amy Bensema, Choltanutkun Tun-atirujISBN: 9781787017825

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This viewpoint might just be the most stunning vista in all of Thailand. From the top, visitors will have sweeping views of the jagged islands nearby as…

Viewpoint

With an ethereal minty tint, the Emerald Lake (also called the Blue Lagoon or Inner Sea) on Ko Mae Ko is a large lake in the middle of the island that…

Ang Thong Marine National Park

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