One beach, one palm, Ko Libong

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Ko Libong is not your typical postcard island getaway -- the accommodation is on the rustic side, tourists are far outnumbered by locals, and the beaches and swimming are not the greatest Thailand has to offer. Even so, Libong offers a unique chance to enjoy a laidback, isolated atmosphere, a memorable nature-jungle experience, and to get a sense of local island village life.

If you're looking for luxury resorts, spa treatments and perfect English-speaking hotel staff, then you might as well stop reading right now. But if you're tired of the over-development and crowds on places like Ko Phi Phi, Ko Samet, and Ko Lipe, and are looking for deserted beaches and thick but accessible jungle, then Ko ... Read our complete Ko Libong travel guide

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