Koh Samui Travel Guide - The Luxury Signature

Koh Samui Travel Guide

Read stories and more...

Koh Samui is the next biggest island that comes after Phuket, and one of the most visited islands in Thailand. This paradise island is abundant with coconut trees, and home to an endless number of white sandy beaches scattered around the island and many natural resources. The island is also famous for its high-end hotels and resorts and luxury private villas for rent, and restaurants. Before the end of the twentieth century, the island had an incredibly small community with only locals mostly occupying the island themselves. They live through harvesting coconuts and fishing. Roads did not exist until the early years of 1970. Visitors soon discovered this beautiful island and became very popular. There are many activities to keep any visitor occupied during a visit in Koh Samui. These range from scuba diving, golf, yoga, cooking lessons, Muay Thai training, island hopping, boating and so much more. If you love beaches and a real island atmosphere, then Koh Samui is the place to be. Watch a video of Koh Samui.

Known as one of Thailand’s top island destinations, Koh Samui is home to some of Asia’s most stellar tourist attractions, luxurious resorts, and captivating beaches. But what makes a trip to Koh Samui even more remarkable is the wide selection of dining options that integrates authentic Thai food traditions and ingredients with modern culinary techniques. So whether you are looking for authentic Thai specialties or your favorite international delicacies, you are in for a truly memorable and elevated dining experience in Koh Samui. If you plan to visit Koh Samui soon, here are five of the island’s finest restaurants you should definitely visit.   JAHN JAHN is a must-try steak restaurant for those seeking a luxurious and intimate dining experience. Perched atop a hill and surrounded by verdant tropical scenery inside Conrad Koh Samui, its location offers a dazzling view of the Gulf of Thailand. The restaurant specializes in prime …

When talking about the best island destinations in Thailand – and arguably around the world – the first destination that comes to mind is Phuket. But on the northeastern coast of Thailand lies Koh Samui, a lesser-known yet equally alluring tropical paradise that has been charming countless visitors that come to its shores. One of the most popular areas in Koh Samui is Choeng Mon on its northern end. Providing the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, Choeng Mon is home to a fantastic white-sand beach that offers chill and laid-back vibes that couples, honeymooners, and families find captivating. Choeng Mon has plenty of exciting and memorable experiences to offer. From must-visits to must-eats, here are things that tourists should check out in and around the Choeng Mon area.   A Quiet and Charming Beach Ambiance  Famous for its powdery white sand, laid-back ambiance, and beach huts that line up …

To visit Thailand is to fall in love with this beautiful part of the world. If you’re lucky enough to be planning a future trip, you’ll have had the enviable next step of choosing which island destination to soak up some tropical Southeast Asian sunshine. If you’ve chosen to relax in style on the gorgeous isle of Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand, then give yourself some praise for having great taste. Koh Samui is a wonderfully special place that captures the imagination and has inspired many travelers from all over the world. Phuket is not only Thailand’s most visited vacation spot, it is also one of the most developed in terms of activities, tourist attractions, and dining; rightly deserving the accolade of being, ‘The Jewel in the Andaman’. However, there’s no question that Koh Samui, the Kingdom’s second largest island, is a fantastic choice and the size, coupled …

If you want to experience the Koh Samui that once was before it became a tourist hotspot, the peaceful Laem Sor beach area can show it to you. The quiet island-village atmosphere of this unexplored place makes it a sought after coastal retreat for those seeking tranquility and serenity amidst verdant tropical surroundings. This is the kind of place that lets you step back in time and experience the joy unadulterated nature brings to you. Laem Sor mainly comprises of a small coastal village with a handful of bays that offer secluded tropical beaches dotted with coconut palm trees bending over water at unbelievable angles. It reverberates a kind of atmosphere that was once prevalent throughout Koh Samui. Luxury villa recommendations: Villa Sairee and Villa Malabar How to reach Laem Sor Beach This idyllic coastal area is a 20-minute drive from the Lamai Beach and about a 35-minute drive from …

Once a sleeping fishing community by the sea, today Koh Samui’s Fisherman’s Village is a must-visit. Wooden shophouses have been converted into charming boutiques, bars, and restaurants to become one of the most fantastic and popular attractions after dark. There’s something special about Fisherman’s Village that adds to the unique Koh Samui experience. Whether heading out for dinner, to pick up some street-style snacks or simply enjoy a sundowner as you people-watch the atmosphere is energized and exciting in the bars and restaurants. Meanwhile, shopping is fun yet relaxed with an eclectic mix of outlets that are interesting to browse in. The overall vacation ambiance is perfect after a day of tranquility by your holiday villa infinity pool or relaxing on a sandy beach as the turquoise waters gently lap at the shore. Couples enjoy a romantic stroll and a bite to eat whilst this well-preserved part of the island …