Why We Skipped Phuket, Thailand for This Island

Instead of heading straight to Phuket, we spent 4 days exploring the sleepy Thai islands of Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi. If you’re looking for parties, this isn’t your spot. But if you want peaceful beaches, farms, rubber tree plantations, and real island life. . .
This is the place.

It's a little off the beaten path, and that's why we loved our time here

In this travel vlog, we motorbike around Koh Yao Yai, meet a coconut-picking monkey, learn how rice and rubber are harvested, beach hop across stunning coastlines, and take a quick ferry ride to Koh Yao Noi for more off-the-beaten-path adventures.

If you’re planning your Thailand itinerary and want to find a slice of paradise away from the crowds (but still within reach of Phuket and Krabi), Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi should be at the top of your list.

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Exploring Culture: Night Markets, Bassac Lane, and S-21
Tourist Attractions: The Royal Palace & Wat Phnom

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0:00 - Intro to Koh Yao Yai
1:10 - Island motorbike adventure
4:20 - Monkeys and farming
6:41 - Rubber tapping + rice harvesting
11:45 - Exploring Koh Yao Noi’s local life
19:11 - The hidden beach we almost didn’t reach
21:58 - Sunset and final thoughts