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Where to Stay on Koh Samui? The Best Beach-by-Beach Koh Samui Hotel Guide
Beaches & Hotels

Every Samui beach has a character of its own. Which is best? Well, you get to decide. Learn the character of each beach (pros, cons, and more)...

Thailand

Are you planning your first time to Koh Samui or elsewhere in Thailand? If so, borrow my "older and wiser" list of top 10 mistakes to avoid.

Koh Samui

Let me guess: your beach holiday requires Koh Samui’s best time of year: the most sunshine, least cloud cover and fewest possible drops of rain? No problem.

Packing

Find out what to wear in Bangkok, at temples, on the beach, and beyond. Plus, get tips for ideal fabrics, the best shoes and more.

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Since 2008, The Koh Samui Guide has helped travellers like you discover the region’s very best.

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How to get around Koh Samui?

To get around Koh Samui, you have options for public transport as well as private, hired transportation. Whether by songthaew, car, bike, on foot or in a taxi, you have a variety of ways to get where you want to go.

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