This week’s travel photo is of Ao Chao Phao Beach on Koh Phangan, Thailand. Koh Phangan was the tropical island paradise that we were searching for in Southern Thailand, and we spent a lot of time on this beautiful beach, our bungalow located only a few meters to the left.
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Seems not yet that commercialized. Not many people go here?
Hi Cath. Koh Phangan is actually a very popular stop on the backpacker trail – there are plenty of people there. However some parts of the island are much more quieter than others – such as this one
You backpackers and your secrets!!!
The beach looks beautiful and clean. I hope it stays that way.
Hi Marilyn. The beach was really well looked after. I think people from the resorts and bungalows come out and clean up the beach each morning, as it was always clear of rubbish and the sand was even raked nicely first thing in the morning. I hope it stays that way too!
I agree with Marilyn. Dean, thanks for the info. It’s good to know that the beach is well looked after. I wouldn’t want to see any trash in any place or beach like this one.
Exactly, Yvonne. It’s important to keep these places clean so that everyone can continue to enjoy them.
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Lovely photo. I was in Koh Phangan a few weeks ago, and, after having heard a lot of negative things about how commercial the island has become, I was pleasantly surprised to find that there are actually numerous peaceful, relatively undisturbed beaches like this one. One of my favourite places in Thailand.
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I had a very similar experience Jessica. I had heard that it was overrun with drunken backpackers and resorts, but I was pleasantly surprised. Koh Phangan is my favourite island so far in Thailand. I can’t wait to go back!