The Beaches of Ko Pha Ngan

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Ko Pha Ngan was just a beach where young people got drunk. It is mostly at the south of Thailand, making it a long (24 hour) journey from Chiang Mai.

Positive things: Our room, costing three dollars a night, looked over an astounding bay/beach, and was right in the heart of the action. It was my last few moments with Adam, so a laid-back, party atmosphere was what was needed.

Negatives: We were right at the heart of the action, so pumping beats from various clubs were going all night. If I hadn't been drinking, I wouldn't've had a wink. The place was completely western, so it wasn't much for a cultural experience. The food was awful and expensive - this hit me extra hard, since I'd just finished four days of cooking with an internationally renouned chef.

All in all, I'm happy I went, and happy I left after only three days.

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