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The Dewa Koh Chang

September 10, 2011 – 7:52 PM |
The Dewa Koh Chang

From 4,800 Baht/night. The Dewa Koh Chang is definitely the most interestingly designed of Koh Chang’s luxury resort.  It’s bare concrete and funky, sparkling tiling fall into the ‘love it or hate it category’.  Fortunately, guests seem to love it. Worth considering for a luxury break.

Contact Me

September 10, 2011 – 7:09 PM | Comments Off

You’ll find contact forms for specific sections e.g. – room bookings, transfers, real estate etc on the relevant pages of this site.
You can also add your own comments, recommendations and incoherent ramblings to many of the sections.
But, if you’d like to contact me by email for some other reason, for …

Contact Them: Koh Chang Phone Numbers

September 10, 2011 – 9:56 AM | Comments Off

Need a phone number for a place on Koh Chang?  Some of the more useful or frequently asked for numbers for bungalows etc are listed here.  But be warned some numbers will be out of date as I haven’t updated this page for a while as doing that is a …

The East Coast of Koh Chang

September 10, 2011 – 9:28 AM | Comments Off
The East Coast of Koh Chang

East Coast, Koh Chang: 2011-12 Update
The East Coast of Koh Chang isn’t really on the tourist map. There are a few places to stay and these are usually very good value, but the lack of good sandy beaches, shops, restaurants, signs of life etc means that it’s still only …

Koh Chang Maps

September 10, 2011 – 2:29 AM | Comments Off
Koh Chang Maps

The map of Koh Chang above will give you a quick introduction to the main areas of then island.  I also added a few icons for spots where you can take good landscape photos showing different aspects of the island.
You’ll find more detailed maps for specific beaches in this section.  …

Salakphet Bay

September 9, 2011 – 9:33 AM | Comments Off
Salakphet Bay

Salakphet Bay, Koh Chang: 2011-12 Update
Salakphet Bay encompasses all of south east Koh Chang. Both the east and western banks of the bay have very different highlights. If you’re already been to Salakkok then it’s easiest to continue down the road on the eastern side of the bay before …

KC Grande Resort and Spa

September 8, 2011 – 2:39 PM |
KC Grande Resort and Spa

From 3,600 Baht/night. KC Grande Resort occupies the best stretch of beachfront on White Sand beach and provides some of the best accommodation too in two newly built hotel blocks.  Worth splashing out for if you want to be on the busiest beach on the island.

Koh Mak (in brief)

September 8, 2011 – 1:26 PM | Comments Off
Koh Mak (in brief)

Koh Mak ( in brief ): 2011-12 Update
Koh Mak, an island to the south of Koh Chang, is definitely worth a visit if you plan on staying in this part of Thailand for all of your holiday. It is a mid size island which is becoming increasingly popular with …

Cliff Beach Resort

September 7, 2011 – 8:43 PM |
Cliff Beach Resort

Room rates from 3,500 Baht.  Cliff Beach Resort is the northernmost resort on Kai Bae beach and occupies a great , convenient location, with some stunning views to be had from the clifftop infinity pool.  Choose your rooms carefully as they vary a lot in age, views and design.

Family Villa on Koh Mak For Rent

September 7, 2011 – 7:11 PM |
Family Villa on Koh Mak For Rent

Villa Rental from 3,000 baht/night. Four Bedroom  Holiday Home on Koh Mak For Rent. The  ‘Pickle House’, with its European style kitchen and decor, sea views, and large garden  is pleasantly situated by the Goodtime Resort development on Koh Mak. The House has 200m² living area and sits on  800m² of private garden.

Paradise Resort and Spa

September 7, 2011 – 6:18 PM |
Paradise Resort and Spa

Room rates from 3,800 baht. Paradise Resort is one of the few places that ticks all the boxes in terms of quality of rooms, convenient but quiet location on a  prime stretch of beachfront.  Recommended for couple or families.

Koh Chang Kacha Resort and Spa

September 7, 2011 – 2:40 PM | 3 Comments
Koh Chang Kacha Resort and Spa

From 1,900 Baht/night. Koh Chang Kacha Resort has been one of the most popular resorts on the island since it first opened.  If your budget doesn’t stretch to KC Grande Resort or you need a very spacious Family Suite then Kacha Resort is the best option on White Sand beach.   Good for families.