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A slew of very cramped, rudimentary dorms have popped up all over town. Who needs
sleep anyway?
Flashpacker pads continue to multiply in Bangkok and new hostels are combining high-
tech dorm beds, publike communal areas and loads of fun activities.
In July 2013 Thailand suffered its fourth-largest oil spill, off Ko Samet. The clean-up has
been massive but it may be inadvisable to swim off Ao Prao or Ko Si Chang for some
time.
For up-to-date tips and suggestions from travellers, see
lonelyplanet.com/thorntree