Hannah & Aidan
Things To Do
The Sunset
"The Best Sunset Spot" The Sunset is our favourite bar for fresh Raspberry Margarita sundowners & snacks! Tip: Arrive 30 Mins before sunset & book a front seat!
COCO TAM'S
"The Buzzing Bali Beach Bar" There's house music and fire dancers! There's swings, trampolines, & bean bags! And there's pizza & cocktails galore! CoCo Tam's is our favourite beachside spot to start (or end) the night!
Air Bar
"The Fancy Bar With A View" Included in the New York Times '1,000 Places To See Before You Die' list, Air Bar at The Intercontinental hotel, is THE place to sip signature cocktails with 270 degree-views over the Gulf of Thailand!
WOOBAR @ W
"The WOW Bar" An iconic bar, with an iconic view, WooBar is our favourite place to partake in a Sunset Sesh! Happy Hour is 16.00-18.00 Monday-Thursday and the Pineapple Vanilla Rum Sour is WOW!
Jungle Club
"The Place for Treetop Beers & Bubbles" Snuggle into bean bags on the wooden decks of The Jungle Club coconut plantation, feel the rhythm of the jungle, & take in the panoramic view over Chaweng & the Gulf of Siam! Good Food | Great Vibes!
ARKbar
"The Non-Stop Party Shop" Arkbar is a Samui institution with 2PM - 2AM daily pool parties & BIG BBQ beach parties every Wednesday & Friday with international house DJs. The party continues at Green Mango for those still standing after Sangsom Buckets!
Nikki Beach
"The Sexiest Place on Earth" Nikki Beach is our favourite beach club! See you poolside for Rosé Saturday or Sunday Brunch!
Chi Samui
"The Mini Marbella" This boutique beach club brings alll the vibes with a swim-up bar, modern cuisine & cocktails, and Samui's 1st Cannabis menu!
SEEN BEACH CLUB
"The Place To Sin & Be Seen" The reimagined retro beach club is home to Rosé Wednesday's, Sinful Saturdays and 50s decor ... What's not to love?
Beach Republic
"The Bohemian Brunch" Beach Republic is the place to 'Chill Different'. Our favourite ocean club is host to the family-friendly Sunday roast Brunch Club!
Le Kiosque Boulangerie
"The Best Bakery" Le Kiosque is our favourite Samui bakery. This hidden treasure, located just 5 mins from Villa Kalyana, serves decent coffee & fresh French bread, breakie & pastries!
Oyster Bar x Samui
"The Shucking Great Oysters" An unassuming little bar in Lamai, the Oyster Bar x Samui is our favourite place to gobble both local & international fresh oysters with allll the condiments! Delishy!
Khaw Glong Restaurant
"The Very Best Thai Food" Intimate and serving authentic family-cooked Thai food, Khaw Glong is our ultimate favourite restaurant! The Gai Hor Bai (Chicken in Pandan Leaves) and Shrimp Red Curry Chu Chi Sauce are glorious! Note: Currently closed for redevelopment following C-19!
Hemingway's on the Beach
"The Freshest Fish" Hemingway's On The Beach is our ultimate favourite 'off the beaten track' spot for a romantic beachside barefoot lunch. The Seabass Fillet and Shrimp Coconut Curry, accompanied by Tim & Jaa's friendly family service, are unbeatable! Note: Currently closed for redevelopment following C-19!
Big Buddha
"The 12m High Giant Buddha" The famous glittering gold Big Buddha shrine is Samui's most well-known landmark! Tip: Cover shoulders/knees when visiting or make a donation to the monks offering complimentary coverups!
Na Muang Waterfalls
"The Place To Practice Bombs" Na Muang Waterfall 2 is Samui's most scenic waterfall and the natural pool viewpoint is spectacular! Tip: It's worth the 30 min trek from the base to the top of Waterfall 2 but wear trainers - There's a little steep hiking & scrambling required! The linked blog is great for tips!
Samui Elephant Haven
"The Ethical Elephant Sanctuary" We love visiting Samui Elephant Haven to feed and take a stroll with their gorgeous herd of Nellys, all rescued from the circus, logging, street begging and tourist-trekking trades. Please ensure you only visit one of the sanctuary's we recommend to interact with Thai elephants - Don't support the trekking trade!
Samui Elephant Sanctuary
"The Original Elephant Sanctuary" The Samui Elephant Sanctuary is home to 11 elephants across 2 sites, all rescued from performing shows and tourist-trekking! Visiting the sanctuary to interact with them and observe them playing together in their natural environment is a real treat! Please ensure you only visit one of the sanctuary's we recommend to interact with Thai elephants - Don't support the trekking trade!
Walking Street @ Fisherman's Village
"The Charming Night Market" Fishermans Village, the old part of Bophut Beach, is home to rustic-style buildings housing boutique stores & beach restaurants. Every Friday 1700-23.00, the village becomes pedestrianised and lined with street-food vendors, musicians, & traders selling everything from traditional Thai souvenirs to 'genuine' Rolex's!
Tamarind Springs Spa
"The Unplugged Forest Spa Experience" Set in acres of Samui forest, Tamarind Springs is our favourite spa to (literally) switch off and indulge in the natural herbal steam caves, rock pools, and homemade scrubs before a massage in one of the elevated huts ... Bliss!
Santiburi Golf Course
"The Place To Swing A Golf Bat" Home to the Asian Tour, the challenging Santiburi Golf Course is located amidst dense jungle with steep drops & standout views. Tip: It's fairly pricey but they offer reduced rates every Wednesday!
Muay Thai Boxing
"The Boxing Ring" Chaweng's Muay Thai Boxing Stadium is the place to experience Thailand's infamous ancient art form and pick up a few sparring tips every Tuesday and Friday evening!