Koh Samui

My wife and I flew down to Koh Samui for a week. Although we had previously visited many parts of Thailand, it was our first visit to Koh Samui. We stayed in a bungalow at the Peace Hotel on Bophut Beach, some 20 minute transfer from the airport.

While we there Thailand celebrated Songkran, the traditional Thailand New Year, normally celebrated between 13 and 15 April.

Basically the place goes water mad. If out and about be prepared for a soaking, with adults and children alike lining the roads with everything from huge water drums, to some severe looking water guns. We thoroughly enjoyed our week there, we toured the island taking in the sights and sounds and smells, and were very lucky not to get drenched.

The hotel itself was very comfortable we had a Deluxe Sea Breeze Bungalow, which had two queen beds, a sitting area and huge bathroom, and was a short walk to the beach. I'd also recommend the Beachfront Bungalows which were just that, right at the beach head, with a private terrace and loungers.

The quality of the food at the hotel was excellent, we were on half board, and had lovely food either for lunch or dinner. Also to note is during the day, food sellers go up and down the shoreline in boats selling barbecued prawns and chicken and fruit, if we couldn’t be bothered to move we just went to them, and lovely fresh seafood and pineapple for lunch.

We had a great visit to Koh Samui, and would recommend it.