KOH LANTA

Once the domain of backpackers and sea gipsies, Lanta has morphed from a luscious southern Thai backwater into a midrange to luxury getaway for mostly-European tourists, who come for the long beaches unpolluted and nearby dive spots of Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, and Ko Haa. Charming Lanta remains far calmer, culturally rich, and effortlessly caters to all tastes and budgets.

Things to Do: Swim snorkel and scuba dive the warm waters meet the friendly locals while enjoying this tropical beach paradise. Visit the national park, the local market, and taste the local street food.

Once the domain of backpackers and sea gipsies, Lanta has morphed from a luscious southern Thai backwater into a midrange to luxury getaway for mostly-European tourists, who come for the long beaches unpolluted and nearby dive spots of Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, and Ko Haa. Charming Lanta remains far calmer, culturally rich, and effortlessly caters to all tastes and budgets.

Things to Do: Swim snorkel and scuba dive the warm waters meet the friendly locals while enjoying this tropical beach paradise. Visit the national park, the local market, and taste the local street food.