I'm Back. Where is the blog going? What's new? That Killer Travel Blog

Just to say I'm back on the blog hot seat and am going to post on my take on the travel scene where ever that takes me.

Having been in the travel scene for over 30 years I think I am in a good position to comment on how it has changed, mostly for the better but in some situations lament the loss of the big world feeling since the advent of the internet and mass information. The irony is not lost on me when I say this as the information has partly been propagated in blogs such as these. However as I say to anyone who will listen, there is information and informed information and I hope you might agree this is the latter.

I'll also start to write on new series of what's new with regard to Phi Phi news,  which is a place I have known for over 20 years.

Since I last wrote I have gained a greater understanding on the Guesthouses of Phi Phi Island with all the new rooms now on offer. By helping with the promotion of Coco's guesthouse I have now have a first hand understanding of what makes it tick from the local side.  I'll explain how the advent of the internet has totally changed the way people find accommodation and places to stay.

I'll also report on the latest travel information, on getting to Phi Phi Island and all the new transfer and ferry links that make the island very accessible on a short or longer visit.

And anything else...

Well as I sit here and type a few thoughts cross my mind. One which I really think is at the heart of off all travel blogs and that is; How to get that killer holiday at a great price. But more of that later. I will now sign off for the moment as I have to continue with the day job.

Phi Phi September weather

Phi Phi September weather at Pi Ley

Phi Phi September weather is full of wind rain and humidity. Why on earth, would your conclude, would you want to visit Phi Phi island? For sure you wont get the best of Phi Phi Island, or the best diving on Phi Phi but you will get an interesting experience unlike anything you might imagine in high season.

Some of the key highlights of travelling in September would be a quieter Phi Phi, a more expectant Phi Phi, a happy island. Surprisingly you would get some interesting diving and a chance to see Dolphin.

Phi Phi September weather

On top of all these interesting aspects the room prices at the hostels or luxury resorts are 40-50% cheaper than in high season. When you add on to the Phi Phi Hotel Specials like the Free Night Specials, Fixed Night Promotions, Special Discounts, you can see that there is something of a reason to go and check one of Thailand's most popular travel destinations out.


The Phi Phi September weather includes detail on how to get to Maya Bay in spite of the waves at the mouth of the Bay, what ferry is best to take to get to the islands and detail on the exact nature of the  temperature, rain and storms.

Phi Phi September weather

Phi Phi resort reviews

Phi Phi resort reviews Phi Phi Relax Beach Resort

 The 2 star Phi Phi Relax Beach Resort with good reviews.

 
Choosing the best resort on Phi Phi is not as straight forward as it might  be in other parts of Thailand. Phi Phi Island has a unique position as being the only island as a major tourist destination that is too small for cars. This ensures everybody walks but also that all the staff running the resorts must walk around all day. I think I have counted that for a bag of rice to get to a hotel it has been man handled a minimum of 6 times.

The very physical nature of this, combined with the heat of the tropics means that Phi Phi has a reputation for slow service. This is perfect if the laid back island style is what you are coming to Phi Phi to enjoy. However this is most frustrating if you have a ferry to Phuket to catch, a dive boat to get to or just need to get back down to the pleasures of the beach.



The article, Phi Phi resort reviews  goes through all these ideas and a lot more to show why not every word written on the phi-phi.com website review pages, not every tripsadvisor comment should be taken as face value. It does also point out where laid back turns into lazy and it is my opinion that lazy management should be put in the spot light so that the whole island gets the proper reviews it deserves.

Resorts with good reviews are also mentioned.

Phi Phi resort reviews

The 5 star Zeavola Phi Phi Resort with excellent reviews.

Kayaking in Thailand

Kayaking in Thailand

With the sea at 29 degrees all year around, paddling along the cliffs of Phi Phi Island at sunset is probably one of my favourite pleasures on the island. The cooling sun on your back as the temperature starts to fall away at sun set, the silence, the nature, the rhythm of the ocean all add up to a mesmerising adventure.

I have done the kayak tour from Tonsai Bay to Wang Long a few times. It is strenuous, especially if there is some wave action but I never get rid of the thrill, the sheer delight of making it back to the safety of Phi Phi Don Village. This trip is addictive and one of the best tours on Phi Phi Island.

A Phi Phi Island Kayak trip article... pretty special with birds, fish, stars and more. Thailand Kayaking at it's best

Best diving on Phi Phi

Best diving on Phi Phi Manta Ray

 

The Best diving on Phi Phi Thailand is a relative idea as what is good for one is not always the same of another. Some people want to see large whale shark, others delight in the minutiae. Phi Phi Island is blessed with some of Thailand's best Dive sites and as an experience is probably the best location. The pier is only 5  minutes from the first dive site which is Hin Dot, a pinnacle in 30 meters of water at the end of Tonsai Bay and under the Tonsai Cliffs.






The best diving on Phi Phi is on a day with strong sun, excellent visibility, good friends, good companions on the dive trip, a good dive boat and the luck to see something you haven’t seen before. On top of that you can choose from one of Phi Phi Island's best dive sites and you can experience a top class adventure. To read the rest of the article please click  Best diving on Phi Phi.

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For a further overview of the in's and out's of diving on Phi Phi, both at sea on the dive sites and on land at the dive schools, head to the Phi Phi diving article page which has over 50 articles