Find your Thai beach
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FAQ
Which Thai beach is best for families?
Klong Dao on Koh Lanta and Maenam on Koh Samui rank high — shallow water, soft sand, no big waves, and resorts with kids' pools. Patong on Phuket also works but the night-time strip is rowdy.
Where do I find quiet beaches?
Mai Khao (Phuket), Bottle Beach (Koh Pha-ngan, boat only), and Freedom Beach (Phuket, hidden cove). All three trade easy access for empty sand.
Are the beaches in Phuket better than Koh Samui?
Phuket has more variety — 30+ beaches from party-loud Patong to wild Mai Khao. Samui has fewer beaches but they're generally cleaner, with calmer water especially Dec–Mar.
Which beaches actually look like postcards?
Railay West and Phra Nang in Krabi, Maya Bay on Phi Phi (when not capped), and Bottle Beach on Pha-ngan. Limestone karsts, white sand, turquoise water — they all deliver.