Koh Phangan, natural beauty and a haven of peace (video)
Koh Phangan is an island in the Gulf of Thailand. It is a well-known destination for backpackers, who come to immerse themselves in the island's natural beauty, including rainforests and beaches.
Column – The illusion of freedom at the Full Moon Party in Thailand
Every month, thousands of travelers gather on the beach of Koh Phangan under the full moon, determined to lose themselves in a night of booze, neon paint and mass madness. What follows is an unforgettable chaos of shambles, self-mockery and tomorrow’s hangover. Do you dare to discover if this is really an “experience”?
Due to potential global threats to Israelis, Thailand has increased security on Koh Pha Ngan, especially around the busy Full Moon Party. Extra checks and personnel have been deployed to ensure the safety of all tourists. Authorities stress that the measures are intended to maintain peace and a welcoming atmosphere.
Here you want to go now: Top 8 islands in Thailand
Leave Bangkok for what it is and discover Thai island life. Travel from Bangkok to Koh Samui, choose backpacker favorite Koh Tao, the famous Phuket or paradise Phi Phi: 8 beautiful Thai islands for an island hopping holiday that you say to yourself.
Koh Samui is an island in the Gulf of Thailand. The island is part of the Koh Samui archipelago, which includes about 40 islands and seven of which are inhabited.
Excitement and adventure in Thailand: New Dutch thriller “Full Moon” reveals the dark side of holidaying
In “Full Moon”, a new Dutch action thriller, an exotic holiday in Thailand for four friends suddenly turns into a perilous adventure. After an exuberant 'Full Moon Party' they become the main suspects in a murder case, causing their dream holiday to turn into a real nightmare.
Landed on a tropical island: Koh Phangan – update
Koh Phangan is a special island in the Gulf of Thailand. KP seems caught in a momentum. It has long been outdated that backpackers mainly go there to experience the full moon party. The island has now come into the view of a different type of visitor.
Koh Phangan: Beautiful pristine beaches and the Full Moon Party
Koh Pha Ngan (or Koh Phangan) is an atmospheric island in the Gulf of Thailand in the South East. The main reasons to visit the island are the beautiful pristine beaches and the monthly Full Moon Party.
Koh Pha Ngan: Island of extremes
Koh Pha Ngan (or Koh Phangan) is an atmospheric island in the Gulf of Thailand in the Southeast. The main reason to visit the island is the beautiful unspoiled beaches.
The legendary Full Moon Party on the idyllic island of Koh Phangan in Thailand is an event that attracts young people from all over the world. This celebration of music, dance and friendship under the bright full moon is known for its unforgettable atmosphere and energy.
Koh Phangan, world famous yet unspoilt
This popular island of almost 200 km² is located 20 kilometers north of Koh Samui and about 100 kilometers from Surat Thani. Koh Phangan is known for its beautiful beaches around the island.
Koh Pha Ngan: Island of the Full Moon Party (video)
Koh Pha Ngan (Koh Phangan) is a mountainous island and consists of forests and rivers that end up in the sea. It is best known for the full moon parties. The famous Full Moon Party takes place on Hat Rin (Haad Rin) beach.
Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan (calendar 2022)
The Full Moon Party on the Thai island of Koh Phangan is world famous. During the full moon, thousands of mostly young tourists dance and party on Haad Rin beach from sunset to sunrise.
The world famous Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan will be organized again on April 16th. However, there are a number of Covid restrictions. The last Full Moon Party was on February 8, 2020, after which the first outbreak of Covid-19 in Thailand threw a spanner in the works.
Coronavirus: Full Moon Parties canceled for now
The world famous Full Moon Parties on Koh Phangan's Haad Rin beach have been canceled for the time being. The authorities consider the risk too great in connection with the corona virus.
Subjective drug policy in Thailand?
It is well known that there is a strict drug policy in Thailand. But is that really so? It is striking that couriers and users are caught. The question then remains who is really behind this trade, who remains unaffected?
Last Full Moon Party of the year: 30.000 tourists
The last Full Moon Party of the year at Haad Rin Beach on Koh Phangan has attracted 30.000 foreign tourists.
Strict drug controls at Full Moon Party
Visitors to the Full Moon Party will be extra checked for drugs today. The Office of the Narcotics Control Board, together with other services on Koh Phangan (Surat Thani Province), has deployed two hundred agents, soldiers and civil servants for this purpose.
A 22-year-old Portuguese woman was hit on the head with a bottle during the Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan. The wound had to be closed with 20 stitches.
Reader question: To go to the Full Moon Party or not?
On June 25, I will start my journey in Bangkok, Thailand. Now my eye falls on the Full Moon Party on Kho Pa Nghan. I was told that this is thé party in Thailand with about 10.000-30.000 visitors. Now it is of course short notice to travel there, but it seems great to me. Would you recommend this or strongly advise against it? To get used to the climate etc.
Dancing all night from sunset to sunrise on the beach of Haad Rin under the full moon, together with 15.000 young people from all over the world. Who would not want that?
My Thailand trip
Once I arrived at the airport of Bangkok I took the bus to the famous backpackers street of Bangkok, Khao San Road. A cozy street where many international people can be found.