Joanna James
Koh Samui – the second largest island in Thailand! Visiting this paradise on earth is truly an enchanting experience. The beautiful landscapes and the gastronomical delights are to die for! Here are 5 travel tips for the perfect Koh Samui vacation.
Weather is an important factor to consider when you're planning a holiday – and yes, even to a simply perfect destination such as Koh Samui! If you're thinking of soaking up the sun and having a swim in the warm waters around the island, plan your vacation between December and April when the sunshine's aplenty and rain is rare. Although May to September would bring plenty of sunshine to Koh Samui, these glorious periods might be punctuated by brief episodes of rain. October to November is considered the wettest season of the year and islanders can expect torrential rains during this period.
If you're planning to while away most of your vacation sprawled on the soft white sands of Koh Samui beaches, you should pack a few things to ensure that you have the most comfortable time. Don't forget to pack your sunscreen – you wouldn't want to get sunburnt right from day one, ruining the incredible photo ops that would cross your way. Also, invest in a comfortable slip-on to wear during your trips to the beach and even temples as they are pretty easy to remove and slip back on. Don't forget to take your wide-brim hat and your pair of shades to protect your face from the harsh sun – plus, these would add that chic element to your photographs making them quite Instagrammable.
The most convenient way of reaching Koh Samui is to arrive at Samui International Airport. Located close to Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, you can catch a flight to this airport from Bangkok, Phuket, and even Chiang Mai. If you're flying in from Surat Thani, you will find some flights with reasonable prices as well. As there's hardly any rush hour, reaching luxury villas in Koh Samui wouldn't be much of a task. Surat Thani offers another option to reach Koh Samui and that is via ferry. With ferries departing every 30 minutes or an hour, finding yourself in one of them wouldn't be a problem.
If you've planned to stay at a mid-range or luxury hotel in Koh Samui, you'd probably be picked up by a representative of the relevant hotel. Or else, you'll be able to flag down a taxi to your hotel, although it may be a bit pricey. Looking forward to an immersive experience embracing the local culture? Then Songthaew pick-up trucks are the way to travel, which is how the locals travel in Koh Samui.
From adrenaline junkies and culture vultures to nature lovers, Koh Samui has got something for everyone. If you're travelling to Koh Samui to party, Koh Phangan is not to be missed. A 30-minute ferry ride from the ferry terminal on the island will get you there.
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