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Tropical Island of Koh Samui
Thailand has some truly beautiful islands that are ideal for a calming chilled out holiday a person can have. The biggest island is Phuket, known as the emerald in the isle it can cater to all types of tourists with secluded very long periods of beach and busy tourist areas. Koh Chang may be the second largest, a favourite with Thai people and still relatively undeveloped.
The third largest island is Koh Samui, the place of pristine pristine beaches, coconut trees, bikini-clad tourists, and jetskis. There are still spots where tranquility are available and, while most from the accommodation is incorporated in the mid to high range, there's also still some cheap wooden bungalows in the quieter areas. With its own airport terminal engineered to fit in with the natural surroundings you are able to reach Samui within an hour if you fly from Bangkok, additionally, there are other routes available including Singapore and Phuket.
There are no complaints in the visitors of Samui because it has plenty to provide including beach activities and aquatic sports to a fun time at night and trendy bars and clubs. The most visited areas are Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut and Maenam with a great range of facilities and accommodation so you're guaranteed to find something whatever the state of the finances.
Due to a big expat community and thousands of tourists arriving here each week from all corners around the globe the options in types of cuisine are extensive as well as your palate is going to be tempted by Italian, Swedish and Vietnamese to French and English.
If you're up for a bit of pampering then Samui is a destination where one can treat yourself every single day to a haircut or manicure, a spa or massage. The treatments are affordable and plentiful, try a traditional Thai massage and treatment or oil and warm stone massage, detox treatments and colonic irrigation are available for those wanting an in-depth cleanse whilst meditation and relaxing techniques, Yoga, Reiki, and Tai Chi are great when experienced outside within the warm tropical sunshine.
Family activities can be enjoyed in the form of elephant trekking in the mountain, the weather is great for sailing or book a diving trip with PADI Diver Courses from complete beginner up to instructor level. Play on a global golf course or kayak in Ang Thong National Marine Park and discover the magical caves and bizarre rock formations between the dozens of deserted beaches whilst looking out for whales, dolphins and monkeys that live here.
Take a look at Chaweng as it's the most popular area with 6km of sandy beach and sparkling blue waters. The area is packed with Koh Samui hotels and resorts, restaurants, spas, discotheques, bars and shopping opportunities. Lamai is another popular beach and swimming and aquatic sports could be enjoyed here. At the southern end look out for the famous Grandfather and Grandmother rock formations called Hin Ta - Hin Yai, you need to see them to realize why they catch the attention of so many people.
In the north is Maenam with soft sand and calm waters, perfect for families with young children because the water is shallow and it's much quieter, particularly during the night, than the busier areas. Catch a speedboat from the pier here to Koh Tao. Also in this region is Bophut which is a small fisherman village but still comes with an ample quantity of restaurants and shops, in addition to cafes and beachfront bars for enjoying the beautiful sunset and distant look at Koh Phangan coming.
Big Buddha is another good place for swimming since it's safe for kids and you get unbelievable views from the 12 meter high golden Big Buddha and Koh Phangan. Restaurants, bars and shopping are all available here and also the accommodation ranges from basic beach huts to tropical resorts. Catch a ship to Koh Phangan and also the monthly Full Moon Party in the pier and party up until the morning.
