<![CDATA[Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui]]>Anyone been to the above lately?Is Dec monsoon period?Please share,thanks

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/26383/travel-thailand-koh-samuiRSS for NodeSat, 07 Nov 2026 03:48:14 GMTWed, 21 Sep 2011 05:04:17 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:32:28 GMT]]>Scoot to launch Koh Samui flights from May 2024; intro fares from S$172

https://milelion.com/2024/03/05/scoot-to-launch-koh-samui-flights-from-may-2024-intro-fares-from-s172/

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2130684https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2130684Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:32:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:07:04 GMT]]>https://thesmartlocal.co.th/visit-natural-detox-resort/

Visit Natural Detox Resort, Koh Samui: Beginner-Friendly Fitness & Wellness Retreat To Reset Your Mind

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2116842https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2116842Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:07:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 27 Mar 2022 02:15:01 GMT]]>Hot New Hotel: Kimpton Kitalay Samui

https://www.destinasian.com/blog/news-briefs/hot-new-hotel-kimpton-kitalay-samui

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2062723https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2062723Sun, 27 Mar 2022 02:15:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:33:04 GMT]]>

sparks:
Hi Blessedwife, tks for your reply. πŸ˜„


I've just booked my accommodation at Banana Fan resort at Chaweng!

Was torn between going phuket or KS but finally decided on KS as the beach villas there look better. I think for older children, it can be fun with activites like ATV adventure (swimming at the waterfall!) , Tree top zip line, boating, safaris & an aquapark at the beach.

Now, it's only scouting for cheap airtickets. I thot I ever saw Koh Samui promo on silkair or SIA(code sharing with silkair) before? Can share how much was your airticket then? Tks πŸ˜„
Hello Floppy! I was in KS two years ago with my then 6-and-8 year old boys, and yeah it was fun! We went on the ATV ride through the jungle, and yes the tour took us for a dip at the waterfall too. Went canoeing at Ang Thong Marine Park, which the boys really enjoyed. Didn't know about the zipline adventure - would love to read about it if you do it with the kids! My kids love ziplines now!

Here's some reviews by a couple of families on this site: http://kidsonboard.net/blog/category/de ... /koh-samui.

Food wise... I have to agree there's better variety in Phuket. We were in KS over the weekend and on a Friday night, had dinner at the Bophut night market, which was nice. Have fun!

On air ticket - I sometimes find last minute tickets good value... haha - I am up at this hour because I'm hoping against hope I might be able to book something for this Friday, since it's a long weekend :roll:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1340336https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1340336Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:33:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Mon, 21 Jul 2014 13:02:26 GMT]]>

floppy:
If the airline can sell a ticket for $750 now, why would they want to hold on to their seats and sell it at a discount later :scratchhead:

What can I say... I'm just desperate for some pp to tell me that! πŸ˜†

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337947https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337947Mon, 21 Jul 2014 13:02:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Mon, 21 Jul 2014 11:30:22 GMT]]>

sparks:

Does anyone knows if they blocked out some seats for promo later. Otherwise $750 for 1 ticket is more than twice that to phuket. :faint:
If the airline can sell a ticket for $750 now, why would they want to hold on to their seats and sell it at a discount later :scratchhead:

There are other ways to get to Koh Samui, but I can't guarantee that they will be cheaper than a direct flight:
1. Fly to Bangkok, then to Koh Samui (choice of Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways)
2. Fly to Phuket, then to Koh Samui (choice of Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways)
3. Fly to Kuala Lumpur, then to Koh Samui (choice of Malaysia Airlines and Bangkok Airways)

Alternatively, if your mantra is \"getting there is half the fun\" (or you have too much time to spend), you can consider flying to Phuket or Krabi (Tigerair), then a bus/car ride to Don Sak Jetty (3~4hrs) and catch a ferry to Koh Samui (2.5hrs) πŸ˜‰

Lastly, if you truly believe in Anthony Bourdain's \"the journey is part of the experience\" (or really have too much time on your hands), you can consider taking a bus to Don Sak Jetty via Surat Thani, Hatyai and Peninsula Malaysia. Hop on a ferry from Don Sak Jetty to Koh Samui to complete the journey. Oh, you will need to repeat the journey back though :evil:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337870https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337870Mon, 21 Jul 2014 11:30:22 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Mon, 21 Jul 2014 03:55:03 GMT]]>Floppy, think you are right. There are only 2 direct flights, one am one pm. Looks like Feb is their high season & many popular rooms have been almost filled up. thot I am early..... but there are only a few seats left for my date of travel.... πŸ˜“


Does anyone knows if they blocked out some seats for promo later. Otherwise $750 for 1 ticket is more than twice that to phuket. :faint:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337399https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337399Mon, 21 Jul 2014 03:55:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Jul 2014 15:55:06 GMT]]>

sparks:
Hi Blessedwife, tks for your reply. πŸ˜„


I've just booked my accommodation at Banana Fan resort at Chaweng!

Was torn between going phuket or KS but finally decided on KS as the beach villas there look better. I think for older children, it can be fun with activites like ATV adventure (swimming at the waterfall!) , Tree top zip line, boating, safaris & an aquapark at the beach.

Now, it's only scouting for cheap airtickets. I thot I ever saw Koh Samui promo on silkair or SIA(code sharing with silkair) before? Can share how much was your airticket then? Tks πŸ˜„
If you have been to Phuket, Koh Samui is the 'untouched' and more peaceful version - less tourists and less touts. Doesn't have as much nightlife as Phuket also (for that, you can go to the original full moon party in Koh Phangan).

My best bet for Koh Samui promo airfare would be between Sep to Nov, i.e. during the rainy season. However, given the popularity of the island and limited flights available, I won't count on it πŸ˜‰

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337126https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1337126Sun, 20 Jul 2014 15:55:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Jul 2014 07:52:49 GMT]]>Hi Blessedwife, tks for your reply. πŸ˜„


I've just booked my accommodation at Banana Fan resort at Chaweng!

Was torn between going phuket or KS but finally decided on KS as the beach villas there look better. I think for older children, it can be fun with activites like ATV adventure (swimming at the waterfall!) , Tree top zip line, boating, safaris & an aquapark at the beach.

Now, it's only scouting for cheap airtickets. I thot I ever saw Koh Samui promo on silkair or SIA(code sharing with silkair) before? Can share how much was your airticket then? Tks πŸ˜„

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336945https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336945Sun, 20 Jul 2014 07:52:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Jul 2014 03:24:21 GMT]]>We went to Phuket last nov/dec


The food is dirt cheap especially the oysters ! So big and juicy at only about s$2 each

However, the taxi fare is killing us

We stayed at far end of Phuket because we prefer the private beach. So we need to get own taxi to town as it’s too far from our hotel. The taxi fare has escalated tremendously over the past few years.
Maybe you can consider the hotel nearer to town to save on transport.

Koh Samui is nice !
But it might be a bit boring for the kids. We ever rented motorbike and let our boy sit in between us while hubby rides.

Phuket got more shopping for the kids and adult.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336823https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336823Sun, 20 Jul 2014 03:24:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Jul 2014 01:53:39 GMT]]>oh, tks for the info, floppy.


Have you been there? How do you rate it compared to phuket beaches?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336795https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336795Sun, 20 Jul 2014 01:53:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sun, 20 Jul 2014 01:14:38 GMT]]>

sparks:
Hi, anyone knows if there's going to be promo soon on airtickets? Is silkair the only airline flying direct?

SilkAir and Bangkok Airways are the only 2 carriers that fly direct.

Seldom (more like no) got promotions to Koh Samui because there are limited flights and they are always full.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336787https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336787Sun, 20 Jul 2014 01:14:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sat, 19 Jul 2014 15:37:04 GMT]]>Hi, anyone knows if there’s going to be promo soon on airtickets? Is silkair the only airline flying direct?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336709https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1336709Sat, 19 Jul 2014 15:37:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Sat, 20 Oct 2012 00:42:16 GMT]]>

mummyv:
Dnls_mum:

Vlim,

Can u give an update of your trip when u get back? I am thinking of going next year now that silk air flies there. But I heard that it is less kids friendly compared to Bali and Phuket and hotels there do not usually have kids club. If you can share your experience, it'll be much appreciated.

Hi Dnls_mum, tried both Phuket and Koh Samui together with another family w kids. We both preferred Phuket less travel time (bef Silkair direct), more to see, better shopping. Service levels in Phuket are of a higher standard if you compare Anantara Phuket (Mai Khao) with Anantara Bophut. Both have pool villas - so the water babies had loads of fun. Mai Khao beach is also more exclusive and sand is finer BUT not the white, powdery type. Did not try the kids club though. Only thing Samui wins is the restaurant views on the cliffs overlooking the sea - however food is normal, nothing to rave about. Easier in Phuket to find food to rave over.

Thanks mummyv!
DH and I have been to Phuket and so thought of trying Samui with the kids. But since I have not been able to find any truly family friendly resort I really like in Samui and now with your feedback, looks like Phuket is still a better place with kids. Maybe samui better for honeymooners. πŸ™‚

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/880222https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/880222Sat, 20 Oct 2012 00:42:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 11 Oct 2012 07:30:56 GMT]]>

Dnls_mum:
Vlim,

Can u give an update of your trip when u get back? I am thinking of going next year now that silk air flies there. But I heard that it is less kids friendly compared to Bali and Phuket and hotels there do not usually have kids club. If you can share your experience, it'll be much appreciated.
Hi Dnls_mum, tried both Phuket and Koh Samui together with another family w kids. We both preferred Phuket less travel time (bef Silkair direct), more to see, better shopping. Service levels in Phuket are of a higher standard if you compare Anantara Phuket (Mai Khao) with Anantara Bophut. Both have pool villas - so the water babies had loads of fun. Mai Khao beach is also more exclusive and sand is finer BUT not the white, powdery type. Did not try the kids club though. Only thing Samui wins is the restaurant views on the cliffs overlooking the sea - however food is normal, nothing to rave about. Easier in Phuket to find food to rave over.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/874164https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/874164Thu, 11 Oct 2012 07:30:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:22:42 GMT]]>The best time to visit Koh Samui is between December and February. The temperatures at this time hover at 30 degree C, which is the coolest it will get. There may be a burst of tropical rain in December. Carry sun-protection, hats and cotton clothes.


Thanks a lot,
John

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/858273https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/858273Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:22:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:26:33 GMT]]>Vlim,

Can u give an update of your trip when u get back? I am thinking of going next year now that silk air flies there. But I heard that it is less kids friendly compared to Bali and Phuket and hotels there do not usually have kids club. If you can share your experience, it’ll be much appreciated.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/624250https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/624250Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:26:33 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:17:34 GMT]]>

Zann:
vlim:

my dh saw the SIA and Silkair promo on papers today..and it is a new direct flight from singapore to koh samui by Silkair..U can call up tradewinds hotline : 64388822


Oh thanks! πŸ•Ί

u are welcome πŸ˜„

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597568https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597568Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:17:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:11:24 GMT]]>

vlim:
Zann:

[quote=\"vlim\"]emmmm..is 1/12 good timing to go? btw i doubt we will try much sea sport with children around.

Anyone stay in Anantara Lawana Resort (chaweng beach) before? Good? :roll:

Can share wat airline u considering? Is there a direct flight or must transit at Bangkok?

my dh saw the SIA and Silkair promo on papers today..and it is a new direct flight from singapore to koh samui by Silkair..U can call up tradewinds hotline : 64388822[/quote]Oh thanks! πŸ•Ί

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597546https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597546Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:11:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:37:43 GMT]]>

Zann:
vlim:

emmmm..is 1/12 good timing to go? btw i doubt we will try much sea sport with children around.

Anyone stay in Anantara Lawana Resort (chaweng beach) before? Good? :roll:

Can share wat airline u considering? Is there a direct flight or must transit at Bangkok?

my dh saw the SIA and Silkair promo on papers today..and it is a new direct flight from singapore to koh samui by Silkair..U can call up tradewinds hotline : 64388822

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597458https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597458Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:37:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:34:42 GMT]]>

vlim:
emmmm..is 1/12 good timing to go? btw i doubt we will try much sea sport with children around.

Anyone stay in Anantara Lawana Resort (chaweng beach) before? Good? :roll:
Can share wat airline u considering? Is there a direct flight or must transit at Bangkok?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597446https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597446Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:34:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:22:35 GMT]]>emmmm..is 1/12 good timing to go? btw i doubt we will try much sea sport with children around.

Anyone stay in Anantara Lawana Resort (chaweng beach) before? Good? :roll:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597422https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597422Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:22:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 03:00:52 GMT]]>u're welcome... πŸ˜„

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597030https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597030Thu, 29 Sep 2011 03:00:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Travel: Thailand - Koh Samui on Thu, 29 Sep 2011 02:56:23 GMT]]>:thankyou: so much poppy15 for the info πŸ˜„

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597021https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/597021Thu, 29 Sep 2011 02:56:23 GMT