After several extended visits exploring Koh Samui’s coastline, we’ve put together this detailed guide to Koh Samui’s beaches to help you choose the right one for your visit. Each stretch of sand on Thailand’s second-largest island has its own character—from bustling tourist spots to quiet local favourites. Based on our visits to Koh Samui between … Read more
I stumbled across Humble Villas in Koh Samui on a hotel booking site. I was attracted to the little private plunge pools and sunset views. I booked this adults only property for a week. Two days after I arrived, I knew it was a mistake. I should have booked longer! Detailed review of our stay … Read more
If you’re looking to travel from Krabi to Koh Samui, you will need to traverse the Malay Peninsula and cross from the west coast to its east coast of southern Thailand. As much as this sounds like an epic adventure, in reality, it’s quite a short and simple exercise. Our local expert Rich, has shared … Read more
Wondering how to get to Koh Phangan? As two islands separated by twenty kilometres of ocean, getting from Koh Samui to Koh Pha-Ngan is relatively straightforward. There is an array of ferry operators ready to help you move freely between the two islands, so read on with this guide to find out which, in our … Read more
Tonight! Tonight! Live at the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, the east coast takes on the west coast – Koh Samui versus Phuket – in the heavyweight championship fight! If Koh Samui and Phuket were prized Muay Thai fighters, they would be the top two heavyweight contenders. They are the largest two islands in Thailand, and they … Read more