Category archives: All Samui Blog

Thai Culture Tips Every culture is different and body language plays a huge part in some cultures. The Thai culture is no different with unique practices and beliefs. The majority of Thai people practise Buddhism. The religion is a daily influence of Thai values and their everyday life activities. Showing…

Beach Life in Koh Samui Situated in the Gulf of Thailand is home to a diverse beach life in Koh Samui. The busy tourist beaches include Chaweng and Lamai on the east coast. The south of Samui beach life is relaxed and calm the area relatively untouched by tourism. West…

Reggae Vibe in Koh Samui The reggae vibe in Koh Samui has a huge following. The love and appreciation of reggae music is worldwide and hit the shores of Koh Samui in the 1970s. The Tourists return year after year to frequent the reggae vibe scene in Samui. Bob Marley…

Fisherman’s Village Bophut Located north of Koh Samui is Fisherman’s Village Bophut. Situated between Mae Nam in the west and Bang Rak in the east in the Gulf of Thailand. Before tourists arrived in the 1970s fishing and farming were the only sources of income for the islander’s survival. The tourism industry…

Bophut Shopping Koh Samui The experience of Bophut shopping is one not to be missed. Located north of Koh Samui Bophut was originally a traditional fishing village. Tourism has overtaken fishing in the village and most of Koh Samui. Fisherman’s village has the most popular Bophut shopping experience called Walking…

Monks Blessings in Koh Samui Monks blessings in Koh Samui for the tourists can be found at the temples on the island. The Monks blessings in Koh Samui are one part of the Buddhist culture. The blessing rituals are performed for different ceremonies and festivals. The Holy threads called Sai…

Koh Samui East Side A vacation to Koh Samui east side is a totally different experience from the quieter south of the island. The east has popular areas such as Chaweng, Lamai and Chaweng Noi. The ring road 4169 accesses the main beaches on the east of Samui. Koh Samui…

Valentines Day in Koh Samui Where else in the world could be more romantic than Valentines Day in Koh Samui. A tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand with palm-fringed beaches and spectacular sunsets. Treat the special one in your life to a romantic vacation on a paradise island. If…

Koh Samui Sun The Koh Samui sun attracts thousands of visitors to the sun-kissed beaches every year. The island of Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand with a tropical climate. The sun sets at approximately 6.30pm and rises at approximately 6.30am. Samui is a tropical island with a…

Koh Samui South Visiting Koh Samui South is a different experience from the busier tourist areas of Chaweng and Lamai. Hire a scooter or car from a reputable company and head to the south of Koh Samui. Nestled amongst the plantations and mountains are small villages, temples and beaches waiting…

Coconuts in Koh Samui Have you ever wondered about the Coconuts in Koh Samui. The palm tree has become synonymous as a symbol of Coconuts Koh Samui. It was only fairly recently that the coconut became the largest export from the island. Samui farmers gradually turned the island into a…

Massage in Koh Samui Having a massage in Koh Samui is more affordable than you can imagine. While most people can’t afford daily spa or massage treatments, in Samui you can have one every day. A benefit of travelling to Asia, unlike the West where it is affordable to have…