#Koh Samui

All our Thailand guides tagged Koh Samui.

Islands & beaches Updated 29 July 2026

Koh Samui Guide: The Gulf Island With an Airport

Big beaches, big resorts and a ring road: what Samui is actually like, which coast to choose, and why its season is the opposite of the Andaman.

A long curving beach with boats and hills behind on Koh Samui, Thailand

Where to stay Updated 29 July 2026

Where to Stay in Koh Samui: The Bays Compared

Chaweng, Lamai, the north coast or the quiet south: what each Samui bay is like to wake up in, what the ring road costs you, and where the noise is.

Turquoise water and towering limestone karst cliffs at Railay on the Andaman coast of Thailand

Islands & beaches Updated 21 April 2026

Thailand's Islands: Andaman vs Gulf, How to Choose

Andaman or Gulf? Compare Phuket, Krabi and Phi Phi against Koh Samui, Phangan and Tao: the scenery, the seasons, the vibe, and how to pick the right Thai island for your trip.