What Island is the best to start our visit ?

Hi - my husband and I are planning on visiting Thailand in January thru April. We have never been in Thailand, but it looks so lovely compared to Maine in the winter. Would like advice on what Island is the best to start our visit.

@susancampo60

Hello

There are many places on mainland to

travel as well as the islands.


But Phuket I believe is the largest island

and one of the most touristy. 45 beautiful

beaches. My faves are kata, Koron and

Nai Yang beach. Avoid Patong beach as it

is nearly over run with tourists as you are going

in high season.


Phi Phi Island is maybe the 2nd largest and it

has excellent diving and resorts to stay in.


For day trips Similan Island with the group called

"Fantastic Travel" was an excellent trip. You visit

3 or 4 of the islands of the 9.


Khai islands is a group of 3 islands. They are nice

and about the same par as Raya, Coral and James

Bond island. These are really shorter days trips

with snorkeling and good food.


I have not been to Koh Samui or Lipe or Lanta

They may be the nicest. It really depends on what

activities you are wanting to do.


These are just the islands they are many places

mainland to go

Hello everyone and welcome on board @susancampo60.


Please note that I have created a new thread from your post on the Thailand forum so that you may better interact with members.


Regards

Bhavna

I depends on what you are looking for

From busy beaches with tourists, to beaches where you are just with another few guests

party beach or just relaxing under the coconut

Or you want it all?? One island or different islands??