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The
People Of Koh Jum
The
local population of Koh Jum is just 1,500. Outside of the
bungalows, Jum residents are based in three main villages,
Jum, Pu Village and Ting Lai.
The
Pace of life on Jum has two distinct speeds - slow and stop!
Tourists
only started to arrive on the island around 6/7 years ago.
The first bungalows to be built were Joy Bungalow, the brainchild
of a couple of local guys who were keen to advertise the
natural beauty of their island home.
Koh
Jum is just like Koh Phi-Phi - 15 years ago. A very relaxed
atmosphere, no rush to do anything and, thankfully, no huge
resorts and pumping dance clubs. Having spoken to a few
of the local community, this is likely to remain the case
for years to come.
In
a province so well promoted around the world, it is refreshing
to know that at least one corner of Krabi has remained a
distinctly Thai charm.
Whether
it is fate, creative planning or just pure good fortune,
the big money men have overlooked Koh Jum and just kind
of drive by. Mention this to the locals and their collective
response is........GOOD!
Chances
are you've arrived from the more touristed areas of Krabi
such as Ao Nang or Phi-Phi and you're in desperate need
of some "down time", a chance to just chill out
for a while.
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