The island may be known for its beautiful beaches all around, but Koh Samui has a lot more to offer than just its soft white sands and crystal clear waters. If you want to do more than just laze around the beach, soak up some sun and sip on your favourite drink, then adventure is always readily available for anyone interested at Koh Samui.
The first step of your trip would have to be booking your stay. Koh Samui being an island for all accommodates visitors of all sorts of budgets. One such example of a Samui beach resort happens to be the Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort. After deciding on your accommodation, you can then look into the many excursions, attractions and activities available at Koh Samui.
If you’re missing that gush of adrenaline on your holiday, mountain biking is a great way to start your day. One can embark on their journey early morning, rushing past the natives getting ready for the morning markets, worshippers heading towards the many temples of the island to reach the perfect spot to take in that quiet and peaceful sunrise before heading back down for some local delights for breakfast.
If shopping is more your thing, then fear not for markets are aplenty. Specially catering to the eager tourists, with a bargain or two, one can get their hands on authentic Thai silks, jewellery, teak furniture, handicrafts and so many more kinds of souvenirs to take back home.
Culturally speaking, symbols of Buddhism are displayed all around the island. Temple tours are made available by most hotels and resorts in the area, enabling tourists to immerse themselves in the spirituality behind Koh Samui. Those interested can learn more about Lord Buddha and his teachings by paying a visit to the many breath-taking temples in the area. Meditation and listening to the monks’ daily prayers will truly help one be able to engage in a holiday not only for the body, but also for the mind and soul.
Damon Starky is a creative nomadic travel writer, who is well informed and experienced on a wide range of interests that would connect to the needs of any type of traveler.
