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Some of the best places to visit in Thailand<\/a> include ornate temples, bustling cities, jaw-dropping national parks, and sandy beaches. A trip to The Land of Smiles isn’t complete without exploring some of the smaller and lesser-known yet stunning Thai islands off the coast of Phuket. As such, the scenic white sands of Banana Beach offer a relaxing getaway for tourists looking for seclusion.<\/p>\n Located just a short 15-minute boat ride away off the western coast of Phuket, Banana Beach on Coral Island (Koh Hae or Koh He to locals) makes for the perfect destination to include in your relaxing couples beach vacation<\/a>. Banana Beach seems to be off the radar for most other tourists staying on Phuket, making it a tropical gem and a great option to stop flocking to Southeast Asia’s over-touristed hot spots<\/a>. This small, intimate, and isolated beach stretches approximately\u00a0650 feet in length.\u00a0It is embraced by lush greenery and turquoise water, which captivates visitors as they approach the island from the water.<\/p>\n Reaching Banana Beach is uncomplicated, and companies such as Get Your Guide\u00a0and\u00a0Banana Beach Koh Hey\u00a0offer many different tours ranging from half-day trips to full-day excursions, as well as lunch.\u00a0Organizing a more localized and budget-conscious trip to Banana Beach can be done in 30 minutes via long-tail boat, with trips departing Phuket from\u00a0Rawaii Pier or Chalong Pier.\u00a0As you approach the beach from the crystal clear water and get a glimpse of its soft white sand and palm trees, it’s easy to see why Banana Beach was recently awarded the title of the best beach in Asia according to Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards.<\/p>\n