Going to Thailand for a couple weeks before Tokyo in mid-late March. Just 2 of us. Not into partying, love nature. Was thinking of spending a few days in Bangkok before relaxing and enjoying the islands. Recommendations?

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Do you SCUBA dive? If yes, head to Khao Lak and dive the Similan Islands. Better yet, do a liveaboards... nothing nicer than sleeping, diving, eating, and repeating this 3-4 times per day.

If you love nature and not partying go north. Khao Yai National Park is just north of Bangkok and then of course Chiang Mai and surrounding areas are so so beautiful. The islands are beautiful but overcrowded, overpriced and the party scene that is ruining everything will make you sad. If you want to see some island without party you can check out Khao Sok National Park which also isn't too far from bangkok. Have fun ♡

Koh Phangan AFTER the full moon party and then go to secret beach.

We had a wonderful stay at Seaflower Bungalows...as you say, go after party!

Down to the South beach's past Trang. Beautiful, reasonable prices and not many tourists.