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Phi Phi Island in Thailand is considered to be the ultimate tropical getaway in Thailand. The fine, white sandy beaches and breathtaking rock formations rising from the glowing turquoise waters that surround the islands confirms to the fact that one has arrived in a paradise. The Phi Phi Island resorts are located in Thailand,
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between the larger island of Phuket and the mainland. The island has a whole lot of activities to explore with Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking or Climbing, when taking a break to the beautiful islands.
Of the Phi Phi Island in Thailand Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest island of the group, and is the only island with permanent inhabitants, although the beaches of the second largest island, Ko Phi Phi Lee, are visited by many people as well. There are no accommodation facilities on this island, but it is just a short boat ride from Ko Phi Phi Don. The rest of the islands in the group, including Bida Nok, Bida Noi, and Bamboo Island, are not much more than large limestone rocks jutting out of the sea. Phi Phi Don was initially populated by Muslim fishermen during the late 1940s, and later became a coconut plantation.
Phi Phi Island resorts is a very beautiful place to visit, and is one of those places everybody should go at least once in their lifetime. Ko Phi Phi is currently slightly more popular with backpackers than package tourists. Phi Phi Island in Thailand is known as among the most beautiful tropical islands of the world and has become one of the most popular tourist attractions of Thailand. Phi Phi the name is derived from Malay and it refers to the mangrove wood found there. Six islands are in the group: Koh Phi Phi Don, Koh Phi Phi Ley, Koh Biddah Nok, Koh Biddah Nai, Koh Yoong, and Koh Pair total area is 42 square kilometers.
Phi Phi Island resort is a wonderful place to take it easy and just relax on the beach. One can take a boat and go snorkeling or go beach hopping on route. Phi Phi Lei area has some beautiful shallow reefs perfect for both beginners and more experienced snorkellers. Food on Ko Phi Phi island resort is not as fabulous as it generally is in Thailand, but some restaurants manage to serve surprisingly tasty food. |
| Best Places in Phi Phi Island |
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PHI PHI ISLAND BEACHES
Phi Phi Island is famous for beaches, which attracts visitors from all parts of the world. Some of the famous Phi Phi Island Beaches are Long Beach, Maya Beach, Hin Khom Beach, Lo Mudee Beach, Lanti Beach, and Pak Nam Beach. |
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VIKING CAVE
Viking Cave is a large cave about 3.2 square kilometers in size. It is so called because one of the numerous drawings on the walls resembles a Viking ship. The cave has a ceiling about 10 to 15 meters high which contains many ledges inhabited by thousands of swallows. |
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NEIGHBORING ISLANDS
Some of the neighboring islands near Phi Phi, which attracts tourists from all over the world, are Koh Yung Island, Koh Phai Nok Island, Koh Pida Nai and Koh Pida Nok Island. Snorkeling around the many coral reefs or climbing to one of the limestone lookouts is a brilliant experience at these islands. |
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| Weekend Getaways around Phi Phi Island |
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PHUKET
Phuket's coastline boasts the finest beaches while the eastern coastline overlooks some 30 lesser islands occupying largely tranquil seas. |
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KOH SAMUI
Koh Samui is unique among Thailand's islands in maintaining a broad appeal to everyone. Koh Samui presents a wide range of budget hotels, great nightlife, action sports, and beautiful scenery. |
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KRABI & KOH LANTA
Krabi and Koh Lanta are full of white sandy beaches, crystal clear seawater, beautiful islands, verdant forest with caves, and waterfalls. |
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