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# Ko Poda

Ko Poda, known to tourists as Four Islands, is an archipelago in Krabi Province, Thailand. It is composed by the islands of Ko Poda, Ko Kai, Ko Mo, and Ko Thap, and part of the Hat Nopharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, which also covers Ao Nang, Rai Leh and Koh Phi Phi.

## Understand

The Four Islands are a group of semi-uninhabited islands between Ao Nang/Rai Leh and Ko Phi Phi, but closer to Ao Nang. "Semi-uninhabited" doesn't mean "quiet", as during the high season, the islands are swarmed by visitors coming on longtail boats. Ko Poda is popular for swimming due to its crystal-clear waters, while Ko Kai ("Chicken Island"), with its characteristic chicken-shaped mountain, is a good area for snorkelling. The other two islands are very small, but when the tide is low enough, you can walk between them and also to Ko Kai. Generally speaking, for a visitor to Ao Nang, Ko Poda is a slightly less scenic but relatively quieter and less crowded option than the Phra Nang and Rai Leh West beaches.

## Get in

The only way to get to the Ko Poda group of islands is by boat, with most departures from Ao Nang. Prices of tours vary widely, but the idea is, you get what you pay for. For instance, a private longboat charter with flexible times, an English-speaking guide and a delicious Thai meal can cost as much as 5,000 baht, whereas joining a large, overcrowded tour boat which offers bland lunch boxes as food could cost as few as 400 baht. Naturally, there are a lot of options in-between.

## See

* Ko Kai (Chicken Island). Ko Kai has two distinguishing features: the "chicken-shaped" limestone rock that gives the island its name, and that it is possible to walk from there to Ko Mo and Ko Thap during low tide. The path between the islands is truly picturesque, but typically overcrowded with longboats and tourists. Ko Kai's beach is as long as Ko Poda's, but largely covered by rocks and not particularly inviting.
* Ko Poda. The northern tip of the island is the most scenic part, due to the presence of a beautiful limestone island. Unfortunately that's also the area where the longboats stop, as well where hundreds of tourists sit to eat their tour-provided lunch boxes. A short walk from there, however, leads to the south part of the island, which is far more pleasant and quieter. Ko Poda's beach is excellent for swimming, having crystal-clear waters where one does even need snorkelling gear to spot the fish.
# Ko Por

Ko Por is an island in Krabi Province.

## Understand

Ko Por is a tiny island of about 1.6 sq km, in front of the Ko Lanta Yai Old Pier. The majority of the 500 residents of the island are Muslims who support themselves through agriculture and fishing. It has a primary school, a mosque, and a nursery. There are about three beaches and the biggest one is on the southwest of the island, near the pier.

## Get in

* From Ko Lanta Yai, in the Old District Pier, you can find a longtail taxi boat. It takes about 10 minutes to reach Ko Por.

## Get around

You can easily walk around the island.

## See

Ko Por is a good place for people looking for different travel experience. You can discover the local flora, fauna and Thai rural culture.

## Do

In Ko Por there is enough to do for 3-4 days but not for a long stay. Some villagers can show you how to cut a rubber tree, take you fishing, or for a trip on a longtail boat. Hiking on the island is also very nice. It's also fun to be on the beach in the evening, when there may be hundreds of little crabs scurrying out of the water and across the sand.

## Buy

There are no shops on the island, so if you need something, get it on Ko Lanta.

## Eat

Local food, composed mostly of seafood and local fruit.

## Sleep

There are some home stays where you can live with a Thai family. Ask the villagers to know more.
* Malee Homestay, ☏ +66 987183852. Basic bungalows. Owners can organise trips and fresh seafood. (updated Aug 2022)

## Go next

The home stay or guest house can arrange for you to go back at Ko Lanta Yai.

## Respect

To respect the Muslims on the island, who might consider it inappropriate for a woman to be seen wearing a bathing suit, it may be best to swim on the beach in the northwest of the island, because a Buddhist family lives there. It would also be respectful to refrain from drinking alcohol among Muslims.
# Ko Siboya

Ko Siboya (เกาะศรีบอยา) is a small island 20 km south of Krabi Town in Krabi Province, Southern Thailand.

## Understand

Ko Siboya (see-boy-ya) is off the regular tourist trail. Other than the island's two resorts, you will find only a few local stalls selling household supplies, snacks, and petrol as you explore the local culture. Ko Siboya is home to about a 3,000 or so residents whose work is mainly in the rubber plantations or fishing. Cement roads and footpaths connect the 4 or 5 small communities on this 3 x 10 km island. The lack of easy access to the island has limited transportation to either motorcycles or walking. A community medical clinic is able to handle minor problems, but the medical staff is there only during daytime hours.
Ko Siboya escaped the destruction of the crushing tsunami of December 2004, as it is leeward of Ko Jum, but it did have to deal with the high water surge which devastated the island's fishing fleet.

## Get in

From Krabi Town there are three possibilities:
* Take a songthaew to Nua Klong (on the southern highway towards Trang), where you can transfer to another songthaew to the coastal village of Laem Kruad. From there, hire a long-tail or wait for the scheduled ferry over to the east shore of Ko Siboya. Then hitch a ride with a local.
* Charter a private long-tail boat (about 2,500 baht)

## Get around

Since there is only a pedestrian/motorcycle ferry to the island, you will find only a few working pick-up trucks. Most transport is by motorbike or on foot.
You can also rent a scooter in Krabi, then drive to either ferry pier, take the ferry across, and drive to your resort. This is a great way to save on money, as the scooter tariff rate is very low and they don't consume much gas.

## See

Rural life goes on, little affected by tourism. About a third of the island is planted with rubber trees. Concrete roads connect the 5 small enclaves of population and 2 primary schools.

## Do

It's great to sit at one of the 2 or 3 coffee shops (someones front porch) at about 07:30 and watch the island come to life. Workers finishing in the rubber plantations, children getting dropped off for school or just people catching up on gossip. We also advise catching the sunset with a cold beer or coconut from one of the local hammocks along the coastline.

## Sleep

* 7.88373698.9785191 Siboya Bungalows, ☏ +66 81-979-3344, siboyabungalows@gmail.com. Check the website for current offerings and costs (updated Oct 2024)

## Connect

* Mobile phones will work here.
# Ko Bon

Ko Bon (เกาะบอน) is a small island SSE of Ko Phuket. It lies 1-2 km off-shore.

## Get in

It is accessible in just 10 minutes by boat from Rawai or Laem Ka. You can also charter a longtail from most of Phuket's main beaches.

## See

The island has a white sandy beach, suitable for swimming and a one-day tour.

## Eat

* Bon Island Restaurant (A few kilometres off Rawai. During monsoon season, you must take a longtail or speedboat from Rawai or Chalong Bay as boats from other beaches are often not running. From Oct-Apr it is possible to reach Bon Island by boat from almost any of Phuket's beaches), ☏ +66 81 8921156, bon.island.phuket@live.com. Run by an English woman named Dawn. Serve a la carte or set 4 person meals . Thai and Western food. Fish dishes, ~350 baht (Apr 2011).

## Drink

Stay for cocktails in the late afternoon and watch the sun go down at Laem Phrom Thep.

## Sleep

There was a luxurious honeymoon suite, operated by the Evason Resort & Spa in Rawai, on the island. But the Evanson has closed and there is now no accommodation on the island (Nov 2013).
# Ko Hae

Ko Hae (เกาะเฮ), sometimes spelled Ko He or Ko Hey and also known as Coral Island, is an island southeast of Phuket, about 5 km off-shore. In addition to the splendid reefs there are two fine beaches on the north and west of the island. Ko Hae is part of a marine preserve, but accommodation, restaurants, various watersports and diving are all available.

## Get in

Boats leave from Rawai and Chalong. Package tours are also available.

## See

* Banana Beach. 15 minutes from Chalong Bay. The very beautiful, quiet with all facilities featuring horn bill rainforest birds and fish life.

## Do
### Snorkelling

Although the mass of tourists who arrive every day at Long Beach have taken their toll on the corals, there are still some nice corals to be found in the deeper waters further from shore.
Banana Beach is more exclusive, nice and quiet, and the marine life for snorkelling or diving is exceptional. Shady trees hang over the sand. About 100 m from shore on Long Beach and about 50 m at Banana Beach there are vast staghorn coral reefs.
Visibility is excellent most days. The afternoons are particularly good. There are buoyed areas to keep the boats from the swimmers so it is very safe, no injuries in over 25 years of visitors. Caution is advised for those swimming and snorkelling in the waters further from shore. There is heavy boat traffic all day.
Coral Island Club provides daily trips to Banana Beach and overnight camping. Activities include swimming, snorkeling, power snorkelling, diving, parasailing, banana boats, kayaking, fish feeding, hornbill feeding, BBQs, and camping.

## Sleep

* Coral Island Resort (Take a speedboat from Chalong Bay), ☏ +66 76 281060-2, fax: +66 76 381957, resv@coralislandresort.com. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Low season, 1,800-3,000 baht; high season, 2,800-3,600 baht; peak season, 3,700-4,900 baht.
# Ko Lon

Small and largely undeveloped, Ko Lon (เกาะโหลน) is a tranquil island get-a-way just off the shores of Phuket. It has lovely hilly inlands and flat beach sides lined with coconut palms.

## Get in

Ko Lon is about 1.5km from either the Chalong Pier or Panwa Bali. The main way in is by longtail boats and if you have a booking at one of the resorts, they will typically arrange for you to be picked up (although you probably shouldn't count on them being on time). A return trip on a longtail ferry should cost 500 baht and takes about 10 minutes. If that's too long for you, laid-back Ko Lon is probably not the place for you. However, you may be able to charter a speed boat. If you have made no arrangements, your best chance is to be at Ao Chalong in the early morning.

## Get around

Don't expect any roads other than a walking path. You won't need them either though, as the island is no more than 3km long and some 800m wide. The only real settlement apart from the resorts is a small fishermen's village on the east side of the island.

## See

There really isn't all that much to see or do here, other than relaxing in a hammock on one of the mostly deserted beaches. The waters aren't as clear here as they are in other places in this region, making snorkeling less appealing. Also, don't expect beaches away from your resort to be cleaned of shells or stones.

## Buy

There's a small grocery store with some very basic supplies, but it's safer to bring whatever you think you'll need.

## Sleep

There are some fairly simple but highly priced resorts and some have "compulsory" services. Expect to pay inflated prices for food.
* Baan Mai Cottages & Restaurant. This place gets somewhat mixed reviews, with positives for the location and atmosphere, but negatives for pricing, food and service.
* Cruiser Island Resort. 3900-6700 baht per room.
# Ko Mai Thon

Ko Mai Thon (เกาะไม้ท่อน) is a small island off the southeast coast Ko Phuket, about a third of the distance to Ko Phi Phi.

## See

The island is highly prized for its near-perfect natural environment, including fine white beaches and crystal waters. Ideal for swimming, diving, or fishing. Those not wishing to stay overnight may take a daytime excursion organised by tour agencies.

## Sleep

There's only one place to stay, and it's expensive.
* Mai Thon Resort (ไม้ท่อน รีสอร์ท), 100 Moo 7, Sakdidet Rd, ☏ +66 76 214954-5, fax: +66 76 214959. 9,000-21,000 baht.
# Khar Zurkhnii Khokh Nuur

Khar Zurkhnii Khokh Nuur, also known as the Black Heart Blue Lake, is a historically and culturally significant freshwater lake situated in the Khentii province of Mongolia. This lake holds a special place in Mongolian history as it is believed to be the place where Temujin was declared Genghis Khan in 1189. The lake is surrounded by scenic landscapes, including the Khar Zurkh Mountain, and offers a serene and picturesque environment. The area is not only a natural beauty but also a pilgrimage place for those interested in Mongolian heritage and the legacy of Genghis Khan.

## Understand

Khar Zurkhnii Khokh Nuur means "The Blue Lake of the Black Heart." The name is derived from the dark, heart-shaped mountain (Khar Zurkh) that sits near the lake, coupled with the striking blue color of the water. The lake's crystal-clear blue waters are a major draw. The dark, heart-shaped mountain adds to the unique beauty of the area and surrounding region is rich in biodiversity, with various plant and animal species.

## Get in

By car: From Ulaanbaatar, the journey to Khar Zurkhnii Khokh Nuur covers approximately 330 kilometers (205 miles). The drive typically takes around 6-8 hours, depending on road conditions and stops along the way.
By plane: The nearest airport is in the town of Khentii. Flights from Ulaanbaatar to Khentii take about 1 hour. From Khentii, Khar Zurkhnii Khokh Nuur is approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles) away, and the drive takes about 2-3 hours.

## See

The pointed mountain near the lake is a significant feature. Lake itself offers picturesque views and a serene environment and a plaque marks the spot where Temujin was crowned Genghis Khan.

## Do

There are many casual sports games are organized by camps. Also horse riding available in nearby areas, typically costing around 20,000-30,000 tögrög per hour. Several trails around the lake and mountains offer opportunities for hiking. The area is rich in birdlife, making it a great spot for bird watchers.

## Buy

Local markets and souvenir shops in nearby towns offer traditional Mongolian crafts, such as:
* Handicrafts: Felt products, leather goods, and traditional clothing.
* Local Art: Paintings and sculptures depicting nomadic life and the Mongolian landscape.
* Souvenirs: Keychains, magnets, and other memorabilia.

## Eat

Tour camps offer various local and European dishes. Additionally, some locals provide fresh horse mare milk airag other dairy products such ascheese, yogurt, and other products made from horse, and camel milk. Traditional Dishes buuz (steamed dumplings), khuushuur (fried meat pastries), and tsuivan (stir-fried noodles with meat and vegetables).

## Sleep

* Mungun agt tourist camp, ☏ +976 99114777, enkhbayarc@hotmail.com.
Bringing your own tent and sleeping almost anywhere in the area is possible.

## Go next

* Elsen Tasarkhai
* Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park
* Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
# Roussillon (Quebec)

Roussillon is a regional county municipality (RCM) in the Western Montérégie region of Quebec.

## Cities

* 45.383333-73.5166671 Candiac
* 45.383333-73.752 Châteauguay
* 45.366667-73.553 Delson
* 45.416667-73.54 La Prairie
* 45.35-73.85 Léry
* 45.316667-73.756 Mercier
* 45.40402-73.57047 Sainte-Catherine
* 45.366667-73.5666678 Saint-Constant
* 45.316667-73.5163899 Saint-Mathieu
* 45.3-73.68333310 Saint-Isidore
* 45.35-73.46666711 Saint-Philippe – Canadian Railway Museum site.

## Other destinations

* 45.4167-73.68331 Kahnawake Mohawk Reserve — A suburban Indigenous reserve that sits within Roussillon's territory, but is administratively separate from it. Kahnawake has three National Historic Sites of Canada: Fort St-Louis, the Jesuit Mission of St-François-Xavier, and the Caughnawaga Presbytery. It hosts a powwow in July.

## Go next

North:
* Montreal, the obvious place to go next if you didn't come from there (and maybe even if you did).
West:
* Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, an island on the St. Lawrence River.
East:
* Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, a city of about 100,000 with some museums and a few golf courses and other recreational facilities.
Northeast:
* La Vallée-du-Richelieu, a multi-city area on the Richelieu River that contains many historical monuments and buildings, pleasure boating on the Chambly Canal and the magnificent Parc du Mont-Saint-Hilaire.
# Cat Island

Cat Island is in the Bahamas.

## Understand

Cat island is a sparsely populated island with many small villages dotting the length of the island. There are many beach villas to stay at, small local restaurants to eat at, and good snorkeling and beautiful beaches. It is an idyllic, peaceful island where life passes by very slowly and the locals are very friendly and willing to chill. There is one road that goes down the entire length of the island, and connects all of the towns and villages on the island.

## Get in
### By plane

Cat Island has 2 airports: 24.629444-75.6738891 Arthur's Town Airport and 24.315278-75.4522222 New Bight Airport. There are a few flights from Nassau every day, and the planes usually stop at both airports before heading back to Nassau. Flight time is around one hour.

## Get around

Cat Island has no public transport. There are no motorbike rentals on the island. Car rental is the main way of getting around the island, and there are a couple of rental places, most of which are near New Bight. Some beach villas also rent bicycles for getting around.

## See

* Catholic monastery where monks lived in the hills north of New Bight. A short hike will take you up the hilltop to the monastery, which provides a great view of the island.
* White sand beaches dot the island ready for a nice swim. In the north tip of the island, there are also snorkeling opportunities.
* Fish fry on the island near New Bight - a collection of food vendor stands selling fish and local snacks.

## Do

Cat island is an out island. With several settlements, a few eateries, and a western bank of semi-protected waters.
* Sailing - With mostly NE to SE winds, ocean swell is absent a majority of the time. The island provides protection with minimal fetch for waves. Sailing is in 10-25 feet of water. The bank has very little commercial traffic, so sailing is rather simple here.

## Eat

* Da Smoke Pot, Near Arthur's Town - This place is a favorite hang for locals and visitors alike. Delicious fried fish, conch, fries, and local beer. You'll likely need to call ahead to order a meal. A local Rasta gang gather to play rake and scrape, the local music created by the use of saw instruments and drums. They also put the smoking pot into the restaurant's name, "Da smoke pot."

## Sleep

Beachside villas dot the many white sand beaches that go along the length of the island. They range from $120 to upwards of $300 for a bungalow per night.

## Stay safe

While the island could not be safer, there are a lot of mosquitoes, especially at sunset! There are also sandflies, which tend to attack near the beaches in the evenings. Make sure you bring a lot of mosquito repellent, especially repellents containing DEET.
# Kusatsu (Shiga)

    For the Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, see Kusatsu.
Kusatsu (草津市) is a city in Shiga prefecture.

## Understand

Kusatsu city used to be a prosperous town as a crossroads of the Nakasendo road and Tokaido road for travelers to Tokyo from all over Japan.

### Tourist information site

The local tourist association has a Japanese-only guide site and info pages in English on Matcha.

## Get in

Kusatsu has two stations along JR's Tokaido Main Line, Kusatsu Station and Minami-Kusatsu Station, so it is very easy to access from Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe. All local, kaisoku, and shin-kaisoku trains stop at both stations. Kusatsu Station is also served by the Kusatsu Line, which connects Kusatsu to Ritto, Koka, and Iga (Tsuge Station) in Mie.

## See

* Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden
* Lake Biwa Museum

## Eat

* Ubaga-mochi, a small bean-paste cake

## Go next

* Moriyama
* Otsu
* Ritto
* Yasu
* Omihachiman
* Kyoto
* Konan
* Koka
# Ilha do Marajó

Ilha do Marajó is an island at the mouth of the Amazon river, just off Belém in Pará. Apparently the world's largest fresh water island (some 40,000 km², an area larger than that of Switzerland), it has a distinct birdlife and also huge water buffalo farms. It is bathed by the Amazon, Pará and Tocantins rivers and by the Atlantic Ocean. Marajó was once the center of a large and sophisticated indigenous civilization. Its main cities are Soure, considered the "capital", and Salvaterra.

## Understand

Marajó has beautiful river beaches where you can't see the other side. Many of them are completely unexplored. It also has the largest herd of buffalo in Brazil.
From December to June, during the flood season, the eastern part of the island is soaked.

## Get in

The main access to the island is by ship, which departs from the port of Belém and arrives in Soure, in a journey of approximately 4 hours. Enasa - Empresa de Navegação da Amazônia, ☏ +91 3242-5870, operates large ships, with tickets for R$9.00. Other companies are Arapari, which makes the crossing with small boats or speedboats (1 hr 30 min), Paraense, with small ships, and Henvil, which also makes the journey by ferry (R$22.00). Tickets in the port of Belém.
By air taxi, the journey takes 20 to 30 minutes. Information at Brabo ☏ +91 3233-4884, Soure ☏ +91 9981-0794, Kovacs ☏ +91 3233-06065, Cândido ☏ +91 3244-4024, among many other companies. Shipping can vary greatly; so check with several companies.

## Get around

Local buses will take you from the ferry landing onwards. Salvaterra and Soure are the most visited spots, but if you are only in for the day, you might want to keep closer.

## See

* Pesqueiro Beach, in Soure
* Araruna Beach, in Soure
* Joanes Beach, 15 km from Salvaterra, with ruins from colonial times
* Praia Grande , in Salvaterra
* Mexiana Island, under the Equator, is a private island with a resort, and is an 8-hour boat ride from Belém or 50 minutes by plane.

## Eat

Fish, such as tucunaré, pirarucu and tamuatá, seasoned with roots following indigenous traditions, buffalo meat, Tacacá, typical food from Pará, Piracui cake