This beautiful island, situated in the Gulf of Thailand, is the destination to visit for a tranquil and peaceful holiday amidst some of the most magnificent scenery imagineable. Easy to reach by water,land and air, it is a holiday paradise that is visited by people from all over the world, eager to see the stunning white sandy beaches, azure blue sea, forested hills, and the secluded coves and bays.
To add to the allure of this tropical island is the fact that there is very little traffic and the warm and welcoming people will make your stay something that will remain in your memory for many years to come.
The beaches boast some of the most beautiful shoreline with many places of interest to visit.
The restaurants, cocktailbars and cafes will provide the tourist with some wonderful Thai cuisine that is unrivalled anywhere else and at prices that everyone can afford.
Take your pick between a bustling nightlife with lively disco bars and entertainment centres or choose the tranquility and serenity of quieter beaches where you can enjoy a more traditional way of life.
During the day, Koh Samui offers an array of activities such as diving, snorkelling, swimming, sea canoeing, para sailing, trekking and hiking.
For the nature lover, a visit to the Butterfly garden, zoo and aquarium is a must. For those who prefer the more unusual then there is the crocodile farm, rare insect and snake house. All of these attractions are set in the most wonderful natural surroundings which will add to the charm of your visit.
Away from the beaches Koh Samui boasts some of the most unique limestone and granite formations to be seen anywhere in the world. To reach many of these wonderful sights you have to journey through steep, forested hills and cliffs with the roar of fast flowing rivers accompanying your every step. Beautiful waterfalls can be seen amongst the lush and verdant scenery.
This whole island is steeped in history and culture and no- one should leave without visiting the historical and magnificent temples, statues and pagodas. Bophut beach has a wonderful mix of the old and the new with the fishermens village and the old Chinese shops nestling side by side with more up to date gift shops.
All over the island are many affordable but stylish villas, bungalows and apartments,many of which have maid service, are fully air conditioned and have en- suite bathrooms. The hotels are amongst some of the best to be seen anywhere in this area with every comfort and service being given to their guests. Cheaper but more than adequate accommodation is also available for those who are on a tighter budget.
The friendly and warm people who inhabit this tropical paradise have thought of everything to ensure that everyone who stays here will want to come back time and time again.
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