Ko Chang — once a quiet island, now undergoing major tourism development
Ko Lipe — small island in the middle of Tarutao National Park, amazingly unspoiled with great reefs and beaches
Ko Pha Ngan — site of the famous Full Moon Party with miles of quiet coastline
Ko Samet — the nearest island beach escape from Bangkok
Ko Samui — comfortable, nature, and entertainment hippie mecca gone upmarket
Khao Lak — gateway to the Similan Islands, hard hit by the 2004 tsunami, but vibrant once more
Khao Sok National Park — one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in Thailand
Khao Yai National Park — take a night time jeep safari spotting deer or visit the spectacular waterfalls
Krabi Province — beach and watersports mecca in the south, includes Ao Nang, Rai Leh, Ko Phi Phi and Ko Lanta
Phuket — the original Thai paradise island, now very developed, but still with some beautiful beaches