Koh Chang is Thailand's second-largest island, located in the Gulf of Thailand. Koh Chang's beaches and rainforests are its biggest allure – much of the island is national parkland and many come to the island to dive, trek or go sailing.Koh Chang's beaches are typical of those found around Thailand's islands, sporting beautiful white sand and warm blue waters. The island's most popular beach is even called White Sand Beach, although right around Koh Chang travelers will find similar idyllic conditions. Klong Prao Beach, midway along the island's west coast, is also a popular resort area with several high-end properties.Trad attracts mainly domestic tourists, and five-star resorts on Koh Chang compare favorably, price-wise, to similar properties in places like Phuket or Samui. As a relatively new destination, Koh Chang can offer its guests a slower pace of holiday than can be had in the more developed areas of Thailand, travelers seeking calmer pursuits like yoga and meditation. Mu Ko Chang Marine National Park also offers plenty for nature lovers, including waterfalls, virgin rainforest a diverse range of flora and fauna. Koh Chang is an island of fishing villages and as a result, the best dining on the island features fresh seafood. All around Koh Chang travelers will find restaurants set up along the beachfront, showcasing the island's stunning coastline. Bars and cafés also line the waterfront and although a healthy pub scene exists after dark, it's at a far more relaxed pace than in the country's bigger cities.
