Travel: Doris Kempter's Guide to Koh Phangan
Koh Phangan island is a dream destination for many with its untouched beauty, tropical beaches and laid-back vibes. We caught up with Doris Kemptner, Model, Entrepreneur & Yoga Teacher, for a photoshoot and her ultimate travel tips to this blissful paradise island.
What is favorite things to do on the island?
I love Koh Phangan, it has such a special energy and you can do many things there. I appreciate the variety but most I enjoy the sea, the beautiful nature and great yoga classes at Orion Healing Center.
What is the best beach to visit on Koh Phangan island?
Koh Phangan has so many lovely beaches. My favorite one is Happy Beach, which is located in the Srithanu Bay area in North West of the island, because I have a little son and there the sea is calm, pretty and it is a perfect family spot. Also Zen beach is very close by and it is great to walk to there from Happy Beach for the sunset.
What is your favorite restaurant?
I love Italian food; therefore, IL Barracuda, an Italian family owned restaurant, is the best restaurant for me. Francesco owns it with his grand mum and the food there is prepared with love, authentic and very delicious. I love especially the clam soup.
How do you adapt your beauty routine to suit your island lifestyle?
It is very important for me to use sunscreen every day. I use a natural one contains Zink inside and it is waterproof. Underneath the sunscreen I wear a natural vitamin C serum daily so that I won’t get sunspots. I as well use Guasha stones of natural jade every evening and morning to massage my face and activate the meridian lines. Green jade stone cools the skin and is just perfect for a hot and humid weather like on Koh Phangan.
I am 38 years old and believe that a continuous skin care routine is very important for a healthy and radiant skin.
What is your beach bag essentials?
Sun protection, lipstick, a sarong/ towel and a dry bikini to change.
Which Mina Essence pieces are you wearing on the island?
I love especially Magic Maxi Dress , because it is very sexy but also sophisticated and of great quality. The Enya Slit Pants & Nova Crop Top combination I like wearing as well, it can be perfectly combined with golden jewelry to go out for a nice dining on the island.
I am taking Magic Maxi Dress with me for my summer travels within Europe and I will be wearing this magical dress often.
Thank you Doris Kemptner, looking forward to have you back on the island soon! Enjoy your time in Europe.
Mina
Model @doriskemptner_official
Photo Credit : Troy Plota @plotaverse, Location : @vaggabar
Koh Phangan Thailand