When it comes to islands, Thailand can deliver to many different tastes. Hugely popular Phuket on the southwest coast, and Ko Samui on the southeast, attract families and tour groups — and have for decades — while also to the southeast, Ko Tao pulls in the divers and neighbouring Ko Pha Ngan the partiers and devoted hammock-swingers. The southwest (Andaman) coast is home to more than a dozen islands, ranging from laid-back family-friendly Ko Lanta, through to fast-developing Ko Lipe and chilled out Ko Bulon Lae. Then there is the east coast, with Bangkok-convenient Ko Si Chang and Ko Samet, jungle-clad Ko Chang and stunningly beautiful Ko Kut.
Then there are those places flying under the radar that we love to encourage people with more time on their hands to visit: Think islands for nature lovers or islands to just lose yourself on.
How long did you say you have?!