Fondly referred to by the local people as the "Boutique Island" because of its immense concentration of luxurious hotels, Koh Samui is regarded as one of the best destinations in all of Thailand. The third largest island in the country, it offers breathtaking scenery of white-sand beaches and blue-green waters accentuated with the lush coconut trees lining its shores. Being as such, it provides a perfect haven for backpackers, swimmers, divers, boaters and fishing enthusiasts looking for great adventures. Literally translated as "safe haven", the island is believed to have been settled more than 15 centuries ago. Almost self-sufficient from the mainland, it has thrived because of...
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