{"id":12523,"date":"2023-12-17T06:31:13","date_gmt":"2023-12-17T06:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cooncampsprings.com\/?p=12523"},"modified":"2023-12-17T06:31:13","modified_gmt":"2023-12-17T06:31:13","slug":"i-visited-a-tiny-island-with-hardly-any-tourists-and-its-paradise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cooncampsprings.com\/travel\/i-visited-a-tiny-island-with-hardly-any-tourists-and-its-paradise\/","title":{"rendered":"‘I visited a tiny island with hardly any tourists and it’s paradise’"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Thailand is a popular destination for tourists from all walks of life, and if you\u2019ve ever stepped foot in the \u2018Land of Smiles\u2019 it’s easy to see why.<\/p>\n

The Southeast Asian country is home to incredible cuisine, unforgettable scenery, and arguably the friendliest people in the world, making it a once-in-a-lifetime holiday destination.<\/p>\n

From the northern magic of Chiang Mai to the central craziness of Bangkok, the country is as diverse as they come, but one region in particular captured my heart – the south.<\/p>\n

Ko Lipe<\/h3>\n

Peacefully placed in the Andaman sea near Thailand\u2019s border with Malaysia, Ko Lipe is the island that springs to mind when you close your eyes and imagine paradise.<\/p>\n

Crystal clear waters, which are home to around 25 percent of the world\u2019s tropical fish species, and unblemished sandy beaches make Ko Lipe a perfect destination to kick back and escape from reality.<\/p>\n

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Incredibly manageable in size, measuring just over two miles in length, Lipe\u2019s two most popular beaches (Pattaya and Sunrise) are connected by the Walking Street – a pedestrianised walkway flanked by restaurants, bars, and places to stay that cuts through the beating heart of the island.<\/p>\n

With Ko Lipe\u2019s tiny dimensions, there is a danger that the island may feel overcrowded, but that\u2019s far from the truth – at times you feel like Lipe\u2019s only visitor.<\/p>\n

Although there is the option to scuba dive and snorkel for more adventurous tourists, Ko Lipe is the ideal island for visitors requiring a change in pace – but be warned, Lipe\u2019s laid back atmosphere is infectious and addictive, leaving you longing for island life long after you\u2019ve left.<\/p>\n

Phuket<\/h3>\n

One of Thailand\u2019s most well-known provinces, Phuket is an essential visit when exploring the south.<\/p>\n

Although it has garnered a reputation for its wild nightlife scene, and that is an option if you are so inclined, Phuket is so much more than a 24\/7 party destination.<\/p>\n

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