Reader question: From Krabi to Koh Lanta
In August we will travel around Thailand. We would like to travel from Krabi to Railey and then on to Koh Lanta. Now we have read that this is only possible in the rainy season from Krabi to Ao Nang and then by longboat to Railey. Is this correct? And are we sure we can reach Railey in August? If we want to go from Railey to Lanta, do we always have to go back via Krabi?
Krabi airport is being expanded
There are far-reaching plans for the expansion of Krabi Airport. The plan includes expansion of the service area, the number of runways and parking options.
Qatar Airways will fly direct to Chiang Mai and Krabi
Qatar Airways will fly direct from Doha to Krabi and Chiang Mai from December 2016. There are four flights a week from Doha to Krabi (start: December 6) and three flights a week from Doha to Chiang Mai (exact date to be announced later).
Reader question: How long is the journey from Hua Hin to Krabi?
How long is the overland travel from Hua Hin to Krabi? Can that be done in a day?
How hot it was and how far…Phi Phi Islands
It must be about ten years ago that I last visited the Phi Phi Islands, within sailing distance of the resort of Ao Nang near Krabi. Because my friend Raysiya's son was doing an internship for three months in an extremely luxurious hotel near Krabi, a visit to the islands was obvious.
Thailand in Ultra HD
This beautiful video about Thailand was made in January 2015 with a Panasonic GH4. Most of the video is shot in Ultra HD (4K). This ensures a sharper image due to the high resolution.
'Eight years in prison demanded for criticizing Krabi police'
You have to be careful what you say in Thailand. That is what Sukanya Laiban (23) and Peerasuth Woharn (22) found out when she criticized the local police on Facebook. Eight years in prison have now been demanded against these two persons.
Thailand's beaches are among the most beautiful in the world!
Thailand's beaches are world famous. Some are even among the most beautiful in the world and win prizes every year.
Reader question: Beach houses in Krabi
In 2 weeks me and my girlfriend will leave for Thailand for a month. But what we would like to know now is where you can sleep in a house/hut right on the beach in Krabi. Does anyone happen to have experience with this?
I would like to go to Thailand with my 14 year old daughter in December. It's a surprise for her!! We arrive on December 18 and after that I want to fly directly to Chiang Mai. Around the 22nd, 23rd I would like to go to Koh Samui to do the three islands and of course the pink dolphins.
Amsterdam bakery in Krabi Town
The Maharat Bakery of René & Yim Boerman can be found on Maharat Street in Krabi Town. A not too big place, where all kinds of bread are sold - brown bread, wholemeal bread, rye bread, baguette, sourdough bread, pistolets and much more.
7 islands tour Krabi – Ao Nang (video)
The seven islands tour is a fun way to discover the islands off the coast of Krabi. Paul Ram did the tour with a big green boat and makes this video report. Fruit, water and food is included in this excursion! After sunset there is a fire show on the beach.
Egat continues plans for coal-fired power plant
The national electricity company does not care about the protests of residents of Krabi against the construction of a coal-fired power station and the construction of a deep-sea port. Harmful to the environment and human health and disastrous for tourism, they say.
Party Boat Thailand – Phuket and Krabi (video)
I have another nice tip for the youngsters among us: go and explore Thailand with a party boat. In this video you can see what you can expect from this special trip including a DJ.
News from Thailand – September 27, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Asian Games: Ratchanon disappoints, bronze for Chitchanok
• Taxi more expensive next month, metro in December
• Koh Tao: Police looking for night owls and early risers
The Thai army lifted curfews for more parts of the country on Saturday. These include four popular tourist destinations: Krabi, Phang Nga, Hua Hin and Cha-Am.
Submitted: Disturbing news about Koh Lanta
My Dutch sister and her husband live on the island of Koh Lanta. Every year we visit them and enjoy it very much! This year there is only disturbing news. They want to build a coal-fired power station in Krabi, so this beautiful area could be lost