Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Thailand's Islands & Beaches.

Discover Thailand's Islands & Beaches' most popular experiences and best kept secrets from contemplating the serene turquoise waters of Hat Sunrise on Ko Lipe; to heading deep into Khao Sok National Park, where 100 wild elephants are thought to live in dense forest; and joining the locals who flock to Surat Thani Night Market for barbecue and noodles.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beachestravel guide:

• Our classic guidebook formatcontains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to useso you can navigate Thailand's Islands & Beaches effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventurewith suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendationson eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and mapsincluding a pull-out map of Thailand
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsfrom Wat Phra Kaew & Grand Palace, to Chatuchak Weekend Market, and Ko Kut
• Essential information toolkit containing tipson arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Thailand's Islands & Beaches culture through storiesthat delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers:Bangkok and Around, Ko Chand and the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin and the Upper Gulf, Ko Samui and the Lower Gulf, Phuket and the Andaman Coast

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beaches.