Koh Samui is an island paradise located off the Surat Thani coast in the Gulf of Thailand. It is the third largest island in Thailand, measuring just 21 kilometres by 25 kilometres at the widest points and it takes about an hour to drive around on teh permiter coast road. Koh Samui forms part of a group of over 80 tropical islands, many of which are deserted. Its well-known neighbour is the island of Kho Pha Ngan. The population is around 34,000 and the locals are mainly Buddhists. Whilst largely preserved and unspoilt, Koh Samui has a somewhat bohemian past, originally the haunt of free spirited travellers with just a handful of small establishments to choose from for a bed. Now the tourism trade is much mor important, but it has escaped the ravages of mass commercialistion, preferring small developments in keeping with the local style. With plenty of beaches to choose from, the most popular being Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut and Maenam, Koh Samui is a great choice for the quieter part of a multi-centre holiday to this fascinating and beautiful country.
The relaxing beach of Lipa Noi is situated on the west coast of Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand. It is an ideal resort for those seeking a relaxing time as there is very little development apart from low rise bungalows and villas along the beach.
Bophut has a lovely beach situated on the north coast of Koh Samui overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. A former fishing village, Bophut has lots of local charm and the village does boast a number of restaurants, many of which serve locally caught fish...
Maenam is a beautiful and quiet beach which stretches five kilometres along the north coast of Koh Samui in Thailand. With understated development, the ares is great for families who want a relaxing time. The local village has some small shops, and...
Laem Set on the South Coast of Koh Samui Thailand
Bang Po is a beautiful beach destination situated on the north west coast of Koh samui and looking out over teh Gulf of Thailand to the neighbouring island of Koh Pha Ngan. There is relatively little development here, accommodation consisting of a...
Bang Rak in Koh Samui Thailand
Laem Sor
In an amazing beachfront location on Maenam beach on the north coast of Koh Samui, the private Miskawaan estate consists of all just eight villas each directly on the beach. Each of the villas has its own unique design but are all of excellent...
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