It's known for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves and dense, mountainous rainforest, plus luxury resorts and posh spas.

Despite being only 230 square km Koh Samui is one of the world's top holiday destinations, pulling in tourists from across the globe...so popular in fact that people don't want to leave! The beautiful beaches, laidback lifestyle and plentiful amenities are just a few of the attractions that inspire people to pick up house and relocate to this idyllic island.

Samui bridges island life and comfortable western living perfectly. The island has developed considerably over the years and now boasts a full range of service amenities and facilities.

Known internationally for its comprehensive list of fine dining experiences and involvement of top class chefs, Samui is the first stop for many foodies exploring Thailand. The island hostsa plethora of 5 star dining establishments boasting top-class wine selections, artfully created dishes and opulent surroundings.

Koh Samui is also a forerunner in the health food market, with many businesses successfully promoting specialised dining including raw, vegan and gluten free options

As with dining, the nightlife in Samui is diverse and works hard to cover all bases and preferences. Long-standing beach clubs serve top class food and beverages in chic poolside surroundings. For a livelier scene the bustling Chaweng high street, with it's all-night bars and clubs attracts flocks of young travelers every night and regulary hosts international DJs and performers. Bophut's small cobbled streets brimming with boutique bars and beachside restaurants is the perfect retreat for laid back, upmarket cocktail sipping. Lamai lies in between the two, appealing to both families and young people in search of a slightly night out.

Ko Pha Ngan is an island in southeast Thailand that is renowned for its monthly Full Moon Party.

Are you are discerning traveller? Wish to relax? Want to be active? Yearning for the element of balance?
Then you need to look no further than Koh Phangan where you will find meditation, yoga, saunas, detox and wellness centres to Muay Thai boxing, wakeboarding, kite surfing, paddle boarding, zip lining, mountain biking, elephant trekking and rock climbing all at your fingertips

Koh Phangan, accessible via boat/catamaran from mainland Suratthani or a short ferry ride from Koh Samui, may be synonymus for the Full Moon Party contained at the southern most tip of the island, however, Koh Samui's little sister has much to offer for all discerning tastes and budgets

Blessed with an abundance of waterfalls, the most famous of which must be Than Sadet Waterfall visited many times by the revered Great Rama V who left his royal seal engraved on a rock which can still be seen this day.

Koh Phangan being relatively undiscovered and undeveloped still has the postcard beach coves awaiting discovery via the traditional long tail boat or by hike

The original back papers of yesteryear have now grown up and are the new breed of diverse visitor, with their families.

The island of Koh Phangan is a special destination, some would say a national treasure. It is surely a gem in the gulf of Thailand.