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Tobi & Marcel
Home is where your Bag is – Deutsche Suedostasien-Experten auf YouTube.
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Koh Phangan เกาะพะงัน
Koh Phangan is a Gulf of Thailand island famous worldwide for its legendary Full Moon Party on Haad Rin beach, drawing thousands of revelers each month. Yet beyond the party scene, the island reveals a deeply spiritual side with yoga retreats, meditation centers, and the tranquil village of Srithanu. Hidden waterfalls, pristine coves like Bottle Beach, and the spectacular Ang Thong Marine Park make Koh Phangan a destination that caters to both party-goers and peace-seekers alike.
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Full Moon Party
Haad Rin
Than Sadet Waterfall
Bottle Beach
Ang Thong Marine Park
Srithanu Yoga Village
YouTube Creators from Koh Phangan
5 creators vlog from this region
Koh Phangan Life
A US-based digital nomad and content creator documenting island life within Koh Phangan's wellness and expat communities.
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Koh Samui Life
British expat documenting island life and practical insights for Koh Samui and Thailand's Gulf islands.
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meinneuesleben24
Helmut Rossmann
meinneuesleben24 – Oesterreichischer Thailand-Auswanderer auf YouTube.
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Sailing Soulianis
Sailing Soulianis is an American sailing couple documenting their maritime adventures and island living across Thailand's coastal communities.
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About Koh Phangan
Koh Phangan, covering 125 square kilometers with roughly 15,000 permanent residents, stands as one of the most content-rich islands in Thailand for YouTube creators. Located in the Gulf of Thailand between Koh Samui (30 minutes by ferry, 300 Baht) and Koh Tao (1.5 hours, 400 Baht), the island's dual identity as both a legendary party destination and a wellness haven means creators across vastly different niches find compelling stories to tell here.
The Full Moon Party at Haad Rin remains one of the most filmed events in Southeast Asia, drawing 5,000 to 30,000 revelers monthly to Haad Rin Nok beach. Entry costs 100 Baht, with bucket drinks from 200 Baht and beers from 80 Baht. The party runs from sunset until dawn with DJs, fire rope jumpers, and neon body paint stations. For creators, it delivers high-energy footage that consistently drives massive viewership. Beyond the main event, the Half Moon Festival in the jungle (800 to 1,500 Baht entry) and Jungle Experience offer more intimate and visually distinctive party content with psychedelic decor and international DJ lineups.
The wellness scene centered around Srithanu village on the west coast has created an entirely different content ecosystem. The Agama Yoga Center, Orion Healing Centre, and Wonderland Healing Center offer retreats from 3,000 Baht per week. International yoga teachers, holistic practitioners, and meditation guides have built a thriving community that draws health-conscious travelers year-round. Raw food cafes like Eat.co and Bubba's Coffee serve organic smoothie bowls from 120 Baht and vegan meals from 100 Baht. YouTube creators covering wellness, mindfulness, and sustainable living find an abundance of material here.
Travel Guides for Koh Phangan
5 guides to help you explore Koh Phangan – from nightlife to hidden gems.
Food Market
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Nightlife
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Hidden Gems
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Tour
Waterfalls & Jungle Trails of Koh Phangan: Wang Sai, Than Prawet & Hidden Nature
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Hidden Gems
Yoga & Wellness Retreats on Koh Phangan: The Island's Spiritual Side
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