Hi Chelsea,
Sounds like you have a great trip coming up! We really like Ko Lanta and you can find a beach with whatever scene you’re looking for – party beach, laid back fishing atmosphere, a little luxury, etc. Railay is gorgeous. We’ve only been there as a day trip, but the beach is beautiful and if you want to splurge a bit for your birthday this might be the place to do it to get a room with a view. We have not been to Ko Phi Phi, but we’ve heard from friends who have visited several times over the years that it has become quite over-built (even after the Tsunami), commercialized and expensive.

Have a great time during your trip!

Thanks a lot Audrey. That’s what I’m leaning towards too. 4 days on Koh Lanta with one day of island hopping to Phi Phi.

Hi Musab,
It would be possible to spend 2 days in Krabi and Koh Lanta each, with a transport day in-between. But, you may find your honeymoon a bit more enjoyable if you just spend the 4-5 days in one place. I’d recommend Koh Lanta as it’s a bit more remote (i.e., beaches less crowded) and has all different styles of accommodation, many of which are right on the beach. Enjoy your honeymoon!!

Thanks, Nisha, for this advice!

Definitely agree with the street food in Krabi. Some of the best in Thailand!

I would also suggest the same. But don’t stay in Phuket for long. Too crowded. Koh Lanta is quiet and scenic. Opt for a cottage stay, quite inexpensive.

If you are going to Krabi, then Railay beach is the best. Also, in Krabi you have two night markets, one of them by the riverside and it is open on all the seven days. Very popular among tourists, it has best street food and an awesome setting.

Hi Kathleen,
Krabi is closer, but if the flights to Phuket are much cheaper then I’d just take that option as it’s easy to arrange a transfer. We haven’t spent time on Ko Phi Phi, but I’d recommend spending the longest amount of time on Ko Lanta as it is a bit more low key and less busy than the other beaches. If you like scuba diving, you can find some good diving trips off of Ko Lanta and Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy your trip!

My first time here but enjoyed your posts.
I am leaving for Malaysia & Thailand next weekend on a solo trip. It would be my 1st visit to Thailand and I was thinking of exploring these little known places of southern Thailand. Your posts have helped me in deciding.

Being a female, I am a bit apprehensive of safety issues and travelling after sunset or in evening. Any guidance?

And how does one travel within the city…. e.g. from north pt to southern pt of Ko Lanta? Or there are always tour ppl to pick us up?

Thanks.