Why Ko Lanta Wasn’t What We Expected

Published at : 18 Dec 2025

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After five months of travel, we were looking for a place to slow down in Thailand. Ko Lanta seemed like the perfect choice—beaches, nature, and a relaxed vibe. But when we arrived… it wasn’t quite what we expected...

In This Video
0:00 Intro
0:29 🚐 Getting There & First Impressions
1:33 🏡 Our stay at Freedom Estates
2:49 🌴 Where to Stay on Ko Lanta
5:39 🛵 Getting Around By Scooter
6:26 🏞️ Our Favorite Places
7:52 🍛 Dining & Groceries
8:13 😬 Downtime & Leaving Koh Lanta

We recommend Freedom Estates as a low-midrange accommodation: https://www.lantafreedomestate.com/

Have you ever visited somewhere that wasn't quite what you expected? Let us know!