The Koh Samui That I Love to Go Again

Some of my dear friends have noticed that I 'disappeared for almost 2 weeks. Now that I'm back from Koh Samui and I must say, its a beautiful place to be in but definitely going during festive season is best to avoid.

The locals there are very friendly and helpful and its very easy to get around. I was at Chaweng beach - a hotspot for tourists. I would suggest if you prefer a secluded area, then don't pick Chaweng beach.

I always joke that Koh Samui is for people who are confident of their body and love the attention. Over there, men can be seen topless and walking around holding bottles of beer. The women will be in bikinis and shorts, shopping endlessly.

If you haven't been to Koh Samui, its best to book a tour at the hotel that you are staying and they will arrange a jeep/van to pick you up and drive you around to see beautiful rocks, waterfalls, etc.

However, do prepare some cash when touring around as certain places you explore expect you to give them some 'tips'. The elephant ride I have, expect me to give the elephant and the owner 5oo bahts each, which I thought I've paid for the tour, but he said it is for 'elephant reserve'.

Do bring sunblock lotion and insect repellent wherever you go.