Koh Samui is easily accessible from Bangkok, which is Thailand's chief transport center through plane or bus / ferry arrangement. If you opt to travel by road, then you have to go to Surat thani Town, or Don Sak or Chumporn ferry ports, in order to enter the island.
Despite all the latest developments being carried on, the island has still managed to retain its green spots and exported about 70 tons of coconuts a month, primarily to Bangkok. Initially it was a backpacker destination during the initial 80s. But today Samui has something for everyone, beach bungalow, high tech villa, speed garage. You can have a memorable spring holiday in elegant bars and venues, with one being made totally from ice, or a relaxed family holiday interspersed with yoga activities. This has been made possible due to Samui's size and its infinite bays.
If you are planning to rent a house, you can save yourself a lot of money if you stay there for over a month. You $ 8,000 per month - you can rent any type of house, $ 80. Most of them have air conditioning, furniture and a kitchen. Large retailers such as Makro (TM), BigCo (TM) or Tesco (TM) can be the source of your shopping budget.
Travel within the island is simply buses and taxis are all the main cities and beaches often. Private cabins with air conditioning and measured can be taken with a little more speed. For those who travel alone a motorcycle taxi may be the cheapesttransport.
Samui has plenty of recreational activities. Mountain trails, waterfalls or trips to the Ang Thong National Marine Park for those who love nature, Golf & Shooting Ranches, Water parks and Go karts for the holiday lovers, Fine Dining Restaurants, Tennis Tournaments and sailing cruises for well-off. Many western run diving schools provide many types of water sports. Taking a tour around the island will throw up some interesting activities like football golf or guppy fishing.
Speedboat trips to the world famous Full Moon Party held on the sister island of Koh Phangan can be easily booked at each travel agency.
Koh Samui lies in the Surt thani region. It is one of 15 regions in Thailand where wearing a helmet while running a motorcycle is necessary. The legal penalty for offenders ranges from 300 to 500 Thai Baht (7-12$). So if you are an inexperienced motorcycle driver, then don't attempt to learn it at Koh Samui. There are lots Hotels in Samui, Koh Samui, but Park Hotel is the best.
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