Ko Tao
Located in the southern Gulf and linked to both Ko Phangan and Ko Samui via year-round island-hopping ferries, this 'Turtle Island' is Thailand's most popular place to learn to dive.
Dozens of dive schools do a good job with both adults and children, and numerous snorkelling sites—such as Mango Bay and Shark Bay—are far better than any site found off the shores of Ko Samui or Ko Phangan. Families should consider staying on quiet beaches like Sai Nuan or Ao Luek as opposed to the noisier beaches at Haad Sairee and Mae Haad.
Thailand with kids
Everything you need to know about visiting Thailand with the family
Thai people adore kids, often doting over foreign children like celebrities. Visitors to Thailand with kids usually encounter the best of the famed Thai charm. And the country also offers terrific value, quality accommodation for all budgets, a huge selection of destinations and activities, and the travel and tourism infrastructure is well established – all of which means the country is beautiful, welcoming and safe...read more