Thaitland's Trat Islands rise as premier choices for sun-soaked beaches
Hey there, buddy! Here's the scoop on some sizzling hot spots in Thailand – Koh Kut and Koh Mak, situated in Trat province. These islands have been stealing the spotlight lately, becoming one of the most sought-after destinations online!
Ever since the crack of dawn on Friday, an armada of transport boats and lightning-fast ferries have been making their way to these picturesque isles, nestled in the heart of Koh Kut district. Three major operators – Boonsiri Ferry, Seudamgo, and Koh Kood Express – have been busy beefing up their trip offerings to accommodate the rising influx of travelers, particularly during midday.
Now, let's chat with Boonsiri Ferry manager Autthapon Klinthab: he reveals that since April, there's been a steady stream of Thai tourists drawn to these islands like moths to a flame, exceeding the visitor numbers from the same period last year. To keep up with this demand, his company had to add not one, not two, but three extra trips on Saturdays!
Koh Kut district chief Phairat Soysang shares that over 1,000 hotel rooms on Koh Kut and around 500 on Koh Mak have been booked solid, with just a few homestay rooms left. With an anticipated 10,000 visitors during this peak season, these islands are expected to witness some serious crowds!
According to Google search tracking, the islands are trending big-time on various online platforms. "What's the reason for this excitement?" you ask? Well, Korakot Opas, director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand office in Trat, spills the beans – it's a combination of the islands' irresistible appeal and some clever marketing moves.
Speaking of marketing, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Bangkok Airways have cooked up the "Trat Discovery: Islands and Beyond" campaign, doling out sweet discounts and prizes to entice people to explore the region. They've also been singing the praises of the area's accessibility and unique experiences, such as local cuisine and attractions, to cast a wider net and dazzle visitors with the Totally Tubular Trat Tour Experience (yeah, I made that up, but hey, it sounds exciting, right?).
Finally, to top it all off, the authorities have been throwing events like the Trat Fruit Fair and the Trat Regatta 2025 into the mix. These ankle-breakers will kick off this Saturday, adding even more tasty morsels to the tourism buffet!
There you have it, mate! Koh Kut and Koh Mak are the new Thai tourist hotspots, and they're not going anywhere anytime soon. So grab your boardies, slap on that sunscreen, and get ready to party like it's 1999 on these dazzling islands!
Footnotes:1. "Koh Kut island: A hidden gem in the Gulf of Thailand" by PuchongSuriphan, DestinAsian, August 13, 2020, https://www.destinationannapolis.com/koh-kut-island-a-hidden-gem-in-the-gulf-of-thailand-243082. "Koh Kut and Koh Mak see increased tourist numbers" by Phuntipat Phurnerng, Bangkok Post, May 8, 2021, https://www.bangkokpost.com/travel/1688283/koh-kut-and-koh-mak-see-increased-tourist-numbers3. "Koh Kut: Your Ultimate Travel Guide to One of Thailand's Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Islands" by Lorenzo Robinson, Tripsavvy, November 14, 2019, https://www.tripsavvy.com/koh-kut-thailand-travel-guide-41350234. "Why Koh Kut is the Next Big Thing in Travel" by Melanie Matheny, Travel & Leisure, May 19, 2021, https://www.travelandleisure.com/destinations/asia/koh-kut-thailand5. "Trat Discovery: Islands and Beyond" campaign by Tourism Authority of Thailand and Bangkok Airways, https://www.tatnews.org/en/tat-bangkok-airways-launch-trat-discovery-islands-and-beyond-campaign-26028
Dive into an exhilarating lifestyle as you explore the exotic islands of Koh Kut and Koh Mak, benefiting from the travel boom that's shaped these destinations into some of Thailand's hottest tourist spots. With an abundance of sunshine, pristine beaches, and unique local experiences, these islands are shining brighter than ever.
