Island Life with the Gecko

They say Koh Phangan changes people. But it also inspires them to create projects that make the island even better. Phangan 360 is one of those projects. It allows you to see Koh Phangan as it truly is — three-dimensional, alive, and authentic, just as it is seen by birds,…

The Gecko looked behind the decks with Sacred Beat aka Bionic to talk about his first cassette recordings from radio broadcasts, rave underground, festival culture, the Bionic Buddha and Sacred Beat projects, and how Phangan became an island of music,…

Phangan’s sunset sound through Atman Ananda: from DIY DJ rigs and early experiments to signature House/Deep House journeys. We unpack the name’s meaning, a palette of Downtempo/Indie Dance/Progressive, the Rose Quartz and Organic Goa series, the role of sound engineering and light design—and…

Holice is a DJ and storyteller who has carved his own path through the hypnotic freedom of electronic music. In Istanbul, he founded Hole Station — a creative hub that hosted thousands of artists and helped shape Turkey’s underground scene. Today, he brings his energy to Koh…

Seaside Sunset Bar in Haadrin is a unique venue where sunsets meet music. An interview with founder and DJ Dava Di Toma about creating the bar, the Solar Conexion project, and Koh Phangan’s cultural scene.

The very first PhanganLife party was meant to be a simple gathering at a bar — but Phangan had other plans 😅 This is the story of how we changed the venue last minute, combined two birthdays, and threw a solid party at a solid location, one that everyone…

Find out where to get drinking water on Koh Phangan! Tap water isn’t safe to drink, but we’ve got the best solution for island residents: refill stations where you can get clean water for just 1 baht per liter. Check out…

Phangan is a tropical paradise that attracts thousands of travelers with its beaches and the famous Full Moon Party. But how do you get to the island and back? In this article, you’ll find the latest ferry schedules for Koh Phangan, along with…

Discover the secrets of Koh Phangan through the eyes of a local Gecko 🦎! In this article, you’ll learn how to get to the island, which beaches are a must-visit, what to do on Phangan, and how…

Looking for an adventure on Koh Phangan? 🦎 This guide will take you through three exciting ways to reach Haad Yuan Beach, where you’ll discover amazing places like Eden Garden 🌴, BamBoo Hut’s 🛖, Haad Wai Nam 🌊, and other…

Today, I’m going to tell you all about my favorite little spot on Koh Phangan – 7-Eleven! This 24/7 store is a lifesaver when you need something at any hour. Want a snack, a drink, or something…