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Koh Lipe 2026: Thailand's Beautiful Broken Maldives — Is It Worth It?
The viral promise is a pristine "Thai Maldives" with ฿500 world-class snorkeling. The 2026 reality is a 3km island battling severe overtourism, double mainland prices, and a brutal transport gauntlet.
🏝️ WHAT THIS EPISODE COVERS
Koh Lipe still boasts some of the clearest water and best marine life in Southeast Asia, but getting there and staying there has changed dramatically. We break down the real costs of the island markup, explain why you need to avoid Pattaya Beach, and detail the three major transport traps that blow budgets before you even step on the sand.
💸 REAL 2026 COSTS — EVERY…
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