Koh Phangan is a resort island neighbouring Koh Samui and it draws thousands of backpackers to its famous full moon parties.

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Koh Phangan is a resort island, neighbouring Koh Samui, which draws thousands of backpackers to its famous full moon parties on Haad Rin.

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While most religions teach that vices are sinful temptations, today some philosophers and medical professionals question that belief, giving us hope for guilt-free trips to Ko Pha-Ngan, Thailand, known for its bacchanalian Full Moon parties.

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Probably the greatest danger to tourists on Koh Phangan is posed by the vast amounts of alcohol and other stimulants during the monthly full-moon parties on Haad Rin, which have become one of the biggest attractions on the so-called 'backpacker trail' through South East Asia.

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