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Scuba divers descending through sunlit blue water at Koh Tao, the go-to spot for diving from Koh Samui
Activities & Adventure

Scuba Diving from Koh Samui: Your Honest Guide to Koh Tao Dive Trips

Everything a Samui local knows about getting to Koh Tao's reefs and back in one piece.

A toddler runs barefoot along the shoreline on a calm Koh Samui beach, the sort of shallow, safe water that makes a Koh Samui family holiday easy
Family Travel

Koh Samui Family Vacation: The Honest Local Guide to Samui With Kids (2026)

Everything a parent needs to plan a stress-free Koh Samui trip, from a local who's seen it all.

A silver rental scooter parked on a coastal track at golden hour on Koh Samui, the classic way to explore the island.
Getting Around

Renting a Scooter in Koh Samui: Scams, Safety & Licensing

Everything an 8-year local knows about renting a scooter on Koh Samui without getting scammed.

A traveller spraying insect repellent by the sea on Koh Samui for thailand mosquito and dengue prevention
Medical Care & Insurance

Mosquitoes, Dengue & Vaccines in Samui (Must Read)

Daytime mosquitoes, dengue season, and the two-product kit that makes it all a non-issue.

The exterior of the famous Koh Samui Airport (USM Airport)
Getting Around

How to Get Around Koh Samui: Scooters, Taxis, Rideshares & Songthaews

Getting around Samui has rules, but nobody posts them anywhere. I wrote them down.