From our first edition of The Koh Samui Guide through today (eight years later!), we hit publish and think "there is no way there will EVER be anything more to add or new to say on this subject". And then a few months pass ... and the research frenzy begins again. Nothing in Thailand is static (and we'd be a lot thinner if there wasn't such constant food-based research to tackle!). Whether you've visited Thailand often, or are planning your first visit for 2020, you're in luck – it's a big year for Thailand travel guides as all the big names are releasing new editions. Many are available now, and the others will be released through the year (and can be pre-ordered if you like to be organised). Happy planning, enjoy!

Ready for the New Year? We are! Just before we tuck into our tropical turkey, we wanted to let you know that The Koh Samui Guide is ready with a 2020 refresh. In a hurry? Not to worry – the changes are minor and mostly involve changes to hotels and island businesses (plus an emergency edit to a rather unexpected link click…). Find out what’s changed and how to get your updated guide.

Although we're barely into 2020, Chinese New Year is fast approaching. It's a popular time of year on the island and, as such, (because you're clearly an organised person), we recommend making your CNY dinner booking as early as possible. (We'll keep updating the list below as more events are announced, so be sure to bookmark it and check back often). For everything else – you'll find it all inside The Koh Samui Guide. Enjoy!