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capie

Globetrotter Oct 30, 2008

Getting to Phi Phi from Phukat Airport 4 stars

Travel Tip: Phi Phi Le

Getting from Phuket to Phi Phi was pretty straightforward . There were two daily ferry services with available return trips departing from Phuket pier and Krabi. A one way ticket cost around 250... [more]

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capie

Globetrotter Oct 30, 2008

Phi Phi beach to beach boat taxi 4 stars

Travel Tip: Phi Phi Le

There were plenty of small long tail fishing boats available for hire on the Phi Phi harbor. The locals can take to remote, and otherwise inaccessible areas of the island, such desserted beaches... [more]

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capie

Globetrotter Oct 30, 2008

Phi Phi Small Eden 4 stars

Travel Tip: Phi Phi Le

The impressive sight of Phi Phi islands rising from the sea is something that will stick in my mind permanently. As the ferry approached the islands the steep monumental cliffs gave way to the... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Oct 14, 2008

Koh Yao Noi Initiatives 4 stars

Travel Tip: Ban Ao Ko Thon Noi

Koh Yao Noi is one of the larger islands in Phang Nga Bay where it looked as though it would become a hotel developers dream However, after one very smart resort was contructed the local islanders... [more]

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Roshika

Insider Sep 28, 2008

Patong Paragon Hotel 4 stars

Hotel Review: Patong Paragon Hotel

The Paragon is a contemporary tasteful and luxurious addition to the Patong district. An ultimately exquisite treat for those who have in mind to relax, rejuvenate and reward, themselves. I thought... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 23, 2008

Tsunami Reminders 3 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

It may not be everyones idea of a holiday attraction and there are plenty of memorials in the Phuket region to the souls who perished on the day of the Tsunami. If anyone wants to see just how... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 22, 2008

Good and Bad From Phuket Airport 3 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

Recent events at Phuket airport left many wondering if all was well down in the south. I am happy to report that the airport is operating as normal and in fact the problems due to the local... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 22, 2008

Karon Beach Nights 4 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

Karon beach is becoming slightly livlier these days, where as at one time it was very quiet. The beach I still beleive to be one of the best on Phuket and certainly amongst the top mainland beaches... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 22, 2008

Parking in Patong 3 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

It sad to report that any visitor using a car in Patong will find it hard work to park it!! I often have to leave my rental car in one of the nearby Soi's ( streets) away from the beach area... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 22, 2008

Irish in Karon 3 stars

Bed & Breakfast Review: Angus O'Tools

This is one of a few guest houses in the short Soi Islandia near Karon Beach. I stayed there for a few nights on a recent visit to Phuket and was well pleased with the standard of accommodation.... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Sep 18, 2008

Rainforest Experiences 4 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

I've just spent a couple of days in the national park at Khoa Sok, which is fairly close to Phuket. The Elephant Hills Camp is the only place in Thailand providing this sort of rainforest... [more]

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Marc888

Cosmotourist Sep 8, 2008

November Café 4 stars

Café Review: November Cafe

November Café managed to combine a great coffee shop with a high speed internet service all in a very classy environment. This quaint but also modern establishment served a range of great coffees... [more]

dingclancy

Explorer Sep 1, 2008

Simple Phuket Experience 5 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

It would be quite surprising for many to marvel at how easily Phuket managed to make a come back after the disastrous Asian tsunami that wiped out a good number of its shoreline resorts. The island is currently doing well and is attracting visitors to its pristine shores once again. While in... [more]

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neilray

Adventurer Aug 2, 2008

Ulimate Style Arrival 5 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

This service is very weather dependant but who hasn't dreamt of arriving at an island destination by seaplane? The normal route to Phi Phi islands from Phuket is by express boat, but a small air... [more]

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Insider Jul 18, 2008

Creatures in Phuket 3 stars

Travel Tip: Phuket

One of the things I should warn you about in Phuket if you go out at night in the main street near Patong Beach where all the clubs are, you will find men with creatures, sometimes they are big... [more]

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Insider Jul 18, 2008

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