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will be staying far away from these places - and avoiding roads near them.

hi girllrig, its http://www.koh-phangan.tv/kohphanganelephants.html

I should specify - came across their internet page! Thankfully not in person.

Oh man, so sad, I accidentally came across one of the 'camps' on Koh Phangan. They also have monkeys and kittens "on display" - monkeys...

Thanks for the info guys!

Oh dear - I wonder if Noi is quite as family-orientated?

Thanks girllrig - will steer well clear! I hope we don't see many along the roads given we'll be heading to Thong Nai Pan.

Thanks guys - ...

thanks baklava - i did do a search - doesn't seem to anything in koh phangan in particular that is recommended, just thought id ask before...

I'm wondering if there are any true elephant sanctuaries on Koh Phangan. I mean bona fide elephant rescue and rehabilitation centres - NOT...

do people still feel there is a better selection of bars/restaurants at noi rather than yai?

I'd heard that Noi used to have more selection of bars/restaurants - however Yai now has more. Interested to hear what others say about...

Maybe look for an elephant rescue centre? I haven't been to Chang Mai so can't give any specific recommendations sorry.

I'd suggest Mexico. Best country in the world to visit!

Personally, when I was in Bangkok on my own (I'm female) - I didn't feel comfortable being out any later than 10pm or so. And definitely...