Koh Tao, Thailand
Ko Tao - or literally 'Turtle Island' was to be my favourite of all the Thai 'paradise' islands... Only a short 45km catamaran journey from Ko Pha-Ngan, and just 21 sq km in area, the mountainous landscape, natural beauty, ultra laid-back atmosphere and perfect diving conditions became the ultimate recovery destination post-Full Moon. After stumbling across a basic fan room bungalow for 400 Thai Baht per night in the main tourist resort of Hat Sai Ri, we made it ...