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Phi Phi Islands, Krabi, Southern Thailand Since The extensive devastation and loss of life on Phi Phi, the Island has, some would say miraculously sprung back to life. It is in fact now, if not completely back to normal, then well on its way, to being so. More than 20 hotels are now operating at full tilt whilst more than 100 shops have been opened. Debris has disappeared and activities such as diving, snorkelling and much more have reappeared and are flourishing.

 A recent statement by the Thai government stated that the plan was to target the up-market end of the tourism community and although fewer tourists would result they would be bigger spenders whilst at the same time lessening the impact on the Island’s delicate environmental system. Prices too would increase as charges could go from 5,000 to 30,000 Baht for the coming high season. That is a range of about $125 to 800 per night-high so in anyone’s book

However Phi Phi has all the attractions of a paradise, and if tourist numbers are manageable, it should stay that way. As you probably already know Phi Phi is made up of two main islands in Thailand’s Krabi province. It is reachable by a quick boat ride from Phuket the much better known and world famous tourism island destination. The Islands are Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Li with the former being the bigger of the two and the one with all of the tourism attractions. Perhaps the most popular of all attractions besides the beaches on Phi Phi is diving. The attraction and experience is nothing short of magnificent, with warm, gentle waters and great visibility you are sure to enjoy the immediate area regardless of your level of expertise. There’s also snorkelling aplenty if diving is not really to your liking. This too can be a wonderful experience as there are abundances of local fish that are as curious about you as you are about them.

Kayaking too can be enjoyed at Phi Phi, and one must not forget the delight of Island hopping on a long tail boat. One must not forget that game fishing is popular here and if that’s not enough try your hand at rock climbing or simply trekking. Oh, and don’t forget the magnificent beaches; they’re everywhere. At increased prices one can also surmise that the hotels that have reopened have also increased in quality of both amenities and service. Well, they have.

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