PARADISE ISLAND

Simmilar to the neighbor island, Phangan is enjoying substantial increase in visitor numbers and it is well know for its monthly notorious Full Moon Parties happening at Haad Rin . Due to its massive party scene some media have dubbed Koh Phangan the Ibiza of Asia. Located around 12 miles from the northern side of Samui in the Gulf of Siam is the island of Koh Phangan. Being generally much more quieter and laid back than Koh Samui, just with the exception of the full moon party where every month around 5 - 10,000 visitors come on the island for the famous full moon party in Haad Rin Nok. Seeking adventure to the near Ang Thong National Park composed of more than 35 small islands blessed with clean beaches, natural caves and the Tha Laem Nai a salty water blue lagune lake shown in The Beach by Alex Garland. It seems that whatsoever it is you are searching for, there is something on Koh Phangan for everyone. If you like to eat then Koh Phangan offers you many different styles of restaurants, bars and cafes catering Thai, International, Mexican, Western and Mediterranean dishes, something to suit everyone. And of course a large selection of fresh seafood that is locally caught.

Another nice pick for accommodation is Phangan Sunset Cove, because it is just right suited for different kinds of tourists. This resort is perfect for couples and families or a group of friends . When the Fullmoon Party has ended and another day starts in Had Rin you will be surprised to see how many things more the island has to show to visitors. Since the last 19 years, Koh Phangan attracted an growing number of visitors. Some of them somehow find their way back every year to the island. What brings back those Phangan enthusiasts? Actually, there are a lot of reasons you could find to visit Phangan. Even though it is tiny in geographical terms many types of travelers can find their own favorite place on the island. In my opinion, you should definitely think about traveling to Ko Phangan. Accommodation on Koh Phangan has big variety of bungalows, everything between small huts near the jungle to expensive air-con and well equipped villas with mini-bar, spacious balcony and dining lounge area. On the internet you can get a overview of all budget ranges of resorts on the island on www.PhanganBungalows.com.

It is interesting the way quiet and frenzy can mix so perfect on Koh Phangan. On one side, you can have a good time at the parties drawing people with their unique music, fire works and a relaxed atmosphere. You can use the roads to HadRin, but we have warned you that the concrete roads are not in the greatest state and unless consider yourself a competitant motorcycle rider then don't attempt to get to Had Rin, as nearly all accidents involving motorbikes happen in this area. Our advice is to leave your scooter at the 7/11 at Baan Tai and pay approx 50 Baht for a taxi over the hills to Haad Rin. Simmilar to the neighbor island, Phangan is enjoying substantial increase in visitor numbers and it is well know for its monthly notorious Full Moon Parties happening at Haad Rin . Due to its massive party scene some media have dubbed Koh Phangan the Ibiza of Asia.

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