view across Koh Phi Phi

Island Paradise

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February 1st 2006
Koh Phi Phi is gradually recovering from the Tsunami, local traders work out of tempory shelters and it is business as normal at the local bars and restaurants. There still appears to be a great deal of frustration at lack of help from the government in supporting rebuilding projects. However tourists will find a relaxed and unique vibe that is miles better than the crazy holiday resorts in Phu ... read more

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A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... ... read more