Islands of southern Thailand is also known as "paradise" islands are known for one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. More than 12 million tourists visited Thailand in 2005, and most of them had the Bangkok International Airport immediately after their arrival on the left and went straight to the islands of the South. Some visitors were amazed the stories of people who were fascinated by the charm of the unique atmosphere of the islands, some of them were takenthe images they saw on the net, while others believe that were the words from your travel agent Islands, Thailand, in fact, that the destination for all tastes, age, budget and personality type fits. This partly explains the massive influx of honeymooners, tourists, families on holiday, party-goers and many other divers to the islands Thailand every year.
But the inexperienced traveler in Thailand is not aware that a vacation is not satisfactorysure thing, nick at a place called Paradise Island. To be successful, enjoyable and satisfying, you should take your vacation to be planned carefully. unknown unknown destinations, often hidden little secrets, which has huge potential to continue to make the desired positive change in your vacation.
In this article are the biggest mistakes before you do, and may, in its visit to the islands of Thailand. can ignore membership five or change literally make or break yourHolidays in the islands of southern Thailand.
Error 1: The choice of vacation on them. Web Photos Tropical Islands often before it look almost identical. The inexperienced traveler might think that no matter where you go in the southern islands of Thailand - is located in the picturesque white sand meets the turquoise water and a coconut palm alone. Falling in the illusion image during the election of the holiday island of pure impulse cana very disappointing if the destination island meets your needs, your personality or expectations at all. To avoid this error, set your preferences before hand, do a search specialist before their goal to collect relevant information guide, in addition to using the Internet. With the choice of 'island that meets your needs, consider the following points:
Others The level of tourism development. Some travelersas their islands with tourist facilities (such as Phuket, Koh Samui) is loaded, while the other aspect of the classic old school touch isolation (ie, Koh Phangan prefer, Khao Lak).
b. Nightlife - Phuket, Koh Samui and Krabi offers a lesser degree, in the lively nightlife, while Koh Phi Phi and Koh Tao are calm and sleepiness.
c. Dive Sites - Koh Phi Phi and Koh Tao offers the best dive sites in southern Thailand.
d. The level distribution of housing. Phuket and Koh PhiFi offers a wide selection of luxury hotels, while Koh Phangan and Koh Tao most basic (not necessarily offer a low level) of the accommodation.
Second error 2: Suppose a sunny and very low can be done in one. Some travelers tend to believe wrongly that prices in Thailand is a country with an economy in developing offer everything, including a high-level hospital in the dirt cheap . This is partly true, as the local tourism industry, offers aBackpacker travel opportunities at low cost. But the pampered tourists used to enjoy luxury accommodation in the west to be difficult to meet their expectations for travel expenses are appropriate, what is offered. To avoid these mistakes and deal with serious deviations from planned budget - do your research, know the differences in prices in the southern islands of Thailand. For example, you know that staying in some islands (eg, Koh PhiPhi) should be more expensive, while the other islands is possible (ie, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao) are significantly cheaper. To avoid disappointment in terms of cost, it is recommended that the following guidelines:
Others Do you plan a budget based on estimates by another person is based, especially if that person has visited for years, many islands in Thailand, the holiday spent in another island, you have chosen, much younger than you, or rather a different lifeStandard.
b. Make an informed decision about the desired level of accommodation. The simple accommodation that includes a clean room with air conditioning and Western-style bathroom may, at relatively low price, but will not be published ridiculous. In contrast to a luxury accommodation (accommodation, often in Phuket and Koh Samui) and can be as expensive as hotels in the nearby village.
c. Although the control rates is possible withInternet prices - food must be controlled. Do not assume that no matter where you eat - the food is cheap. During my first visit to Thailand, I was very surprised to receive a check of equal value in my home country. Now I know that have the southern Thai islands, many Western-style restaurants with prices in Western style. Therefore, before entering a restaurant well designed - check the menu and a clear assessment.
Third Error 3:Choose your beach vacation spontaneously. This is similar to an error number - correct, but probably easier, because look at the other beaches in the destination logistically easier and cheaper compared to the control of the other islands. However, the beach of "wrong choice they feel they are not the full potential of your vacation, worked or have lost a substantial part of it. For example, in my first visit in Koh Phangan I discovered two days before the end of myFor the holidays, my beach is perfect right opposite the island. The following tips may help you avoid a similar situation:
Others The most developed beaches in the crowd and most of the islands near the airport (which is when there is an airport on the island) or a major port.
b. If you prefer the road above the beaches - are aware that some of them, particularly in Koh Samui and Phuket, not families.
c. The Old Schoolbeaches are always quiet and picturesque part of the island. If the "old school" beach is what you're looking for - do not give up, even if the road to Thailand was long and tiring, and trying to make an effort to make the island on their way to the opposite side of the Cross: it is well worth the effort worthwhile.
Fourth error 4 emphasize food "Westernized." Some of us tend to worry a family meal testing. Thailand's tourism industry is aware of this fact;Therefore, the supply of Western-style restaurants in southern Thailand islands is huge. Besides that, you can limit these restaurants is a big mistake, as Western food prices are much higher than those of the authentic local restaurants, and even worse, a major loss of Thai culture - superior Thai cuisine, probably one of the best in the world. To avoid this error, please come in small restaurantsInterior Design ridiculously sloppy, maps and without looking at the plastic walls. The owners of these restaurants are probably the worst marketing - but in general are better chefs. A meal in one of these restaurants is often incredibly cheap, tasty and above all sizzle of fresh ingredients. You fantasize about these meals long after leaving the island.
fifth error 5: For your important business case on an island where the sea was only accessible. A large suitcaseOf course, [is very convenient in Europe]: the use of it, you can pack everything you need to wear easy to use thanks to these small wheels, and makes you look very representative. However, take a large suitcase on Koh Phangan and Koh Tao is not something that I recommend it. The platforms at the port are very narrow and sometimes unstable. So if you're lucky - your big suitcase will be safe. If you are a bit 'less fortunate - could fall into water. If you're short of luck- You can fall into water along with the suitcase. I believe that a serious case would be the best solution. Just for the record, the huge trunk, which was taken by his servant on his first trip to Koh Phangan was somewhere in the woods left to scare the local monkeys.
So the next time the thought crosses your mind, Thailand abandoned the islands, so it may be tempting, try not to succumb to gossip and fascinating images. Extensive research and planning in advance can take some timeand effort on your part, but it is more useful.
