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Koh Tao (Turtle Island)

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October 6th 2008
After a gruelling journey which involved 18 hours on a bus and 6 hours on 2 ferrys, we finally arrived on Koh Tao. To say it was worth it is an understatement. The place is idyllic, with a lovely beach, chilled bars and cool people. However, there is a price to pay for all this loveliness and that would be our accommodation! A double bed with cold shower, and free mozzies to boot was our little ... read more

Asia » Thailand » South-West Thailand » Ko Tao

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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