An island of beachside bliss, exotic nightlife and a whole lot more, Koh Samui offers an unforgettable getaway where there’s something new discover on each holiday.
Beach Hopping
Koh Samui has plenty of idyllic shorelines to explore and experience. One of the most popular is Chaweng Beach, home to Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort as well as a lively nightlife. Laid-back Bophut Beach, Lamai Beach with plenty of water sports and Lipa Noi Beach ideal for kids are other shorelines worth visiting.
Water Sports
If you’re looking to enjoy more than just lazing in the sand beside your Samui beach resort, there’s plenty of water sports on offer. Snorkelling and diving are quite popular be it around the island or at the Ang Thong National Marine Park. Other activities include parasailing, kayaking, surfing, jet skiing, kite surfing, deep sea fishing and stand-up paddleboarding.
Visit Sacred Sites
Koh Samui has a rich religious heritage which can be seen at local temples. One of the most well-known sites is the Big Buddha Temple featuring a seated gold Buddha towering to a height of 12 metres. Other key temples include Wat Khunaram with its mummified monk, Guan Im Shrine with its ornate decorations and the golden coloured Laem Sor Pagoda.
Fun-filled Nightlife
Once the sun sets, Koh Samui transforms into a night-time playground where you can chill-out or party to your heart’s content. Amongst the most popular hotspots for bar hopping and club hopping are Soi Reggae and Green Mango in Chaweng. As part of Koh Samui nightlife, you can also look to enjoy ladyboy cabaret shows and Muay Thai boxing.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting. Google+
