http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 16 Jun 2010 07:10:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Bangkok Airways check-in times? You'll be glad to know that departing from Samui is almost as stress-free as arriving. A common question we get asked is, when should I arrive at Samui airport for check-in? For pretty boring legal reasons, we're obliged to tell you that you should make sure you arrive ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-travel/koh-samui-airport/ [caption id="attachment_588" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption=" "][/caption] Honestly, we can't wait for June. Though grown adults, we associate the month (still) with the end of school, endless days of swimming, and practically living on popsicles and ice cream. Remember the days? June on Samui Happily, Koh Samui in June will easily accommodate all three ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-events/koh-samui-in-june/ Why stay on Choeng Mon beach? Because there's lots to love. Here's our totally impartial answer. The sand on Choeng Mon is the softest, whitest and sugariest of anywhere on Samui. Charming, casual beach bungalows and restaurants make up most of the beach-front, unlike the wall-to-wall brand resorts found elsewhere. It's just a ten-minute ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-faqs/choeng-mon-beach/ Which Thai beer is the best? "Singha beer, please!" "Large one small one?" "Large one, please!" "Ka..." Few things beat lounging on the beach or in the pool, enjoying a Thai sunset with a chilled beer in hand. We're sure many of you will agree with that sentiment. But a far more difficult question seems ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-restaurants-and-food/thai-beer/ What's the Thai dress code? A question of culture. The typical (and by typical we preclude all Bangkok bar girls) Thai will dress modestly, often keeping knees and shoulders covered. A huge emphasis is placed on appearance - it's nice to look nice. Tip. Modest Mouse. You'll never see Thais baring it ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-faqs/thailand-what-to-wear/ TripAdvisor's 2010 Travelers' Choice awards! How did Koh Samui stack up? A sweep - we'd say! Look where it popped up in all sorts of categories: #2 - Best for Relaxation & Spa, Asia #6 - Best for Beach & Sun, Asia #7 - Best for Romance, Asia Surat Thani's win We should also mention Koh Samui's ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-travel/koh-samui-travelers-choice-2010/ It's May already? We can't even believe it. For those of you lucky enough to be hitting Samui's sunny shores this month - you've got a few treats in store. Koh Samui in May Thailand has a healthy dose of public holidays - at least 14 by our count [compared to the ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-events/thailand-in-may/ [caption id="attachment_772" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption=" "]Don't expose yourself on the beach![/caption] New country, new customs - so many ways you can embarrass yourself and others. Thais are very used to foreigners - especially so on Koh Samui. While they're a forgiving lot, you'll do yourself (and your country's good name) a big ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/thai-culture/dos-donts-in-thailand/ "Hello boss, nice to meet you." Another day at the office? No, this is a street in Koh Samui and an Indian tailor has just identified you as a potential customer. He's eager to get you looking your very best in one of his creations. A familiar approach, "Armani suit for you, my ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-travel/tailors-koh-samui/ Koh Samui's Songkran - the water festival - will be among the most memorable festivals you ever experience. Only in Thailand do cheerfulness and cheekiness collide - in full litres and gallons - with such spontaneous celebration. Though there's much more to the Thai new year, its full day of ... http://www.kohsamuisunset.com/blog/samui-events/samui-songkran-2010/