Thailand

Smile House Fishermans Village Koh Samui Review

We spent two weeks staying at Smile House in Fishermans Village, Koh Samui, Thailand as part of a seven week trip to Asia. This trip also included a Mekong River...
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Taxis – the cost of transport in Koh Samui, Thailand

How much does it really cost in taxis and transport to get around the island of Koh Samui in Thailand? Updated March 2024 We have now travelled to Koh Samui,...
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Marella Asia Cruises – Eastern Sights and Delights!

AD – This post is sponsored by Marella Cruises Due to the ongoing conflict in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, Marella have cancelled their Asia itineraries until further...
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Koh Samui Travel Tips

We spent just over two weeks in Koh Samui, staying in three different parts of the island and documented our daily activities. If you are planning a holiday to Thailand...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, Cruise Port Information

We had the privilege of being invited on the Marella Discovery whilst we were on our recent holiday to Thailand. We cruised on the Discovery in October doing the Seeking...
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Thailand – Why This Country Should Be On Your Bucket List

Thailand is a country that we have fallen in love with. In this post we explain some of the reasons why we keep going back! Amazing Beaches Unspoilt beaches can...
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Lamai Koh Samui – A guide on where to stay, shop, eat, drink, relax and party! 

Updated April 2019. Lamai Koh Samui is one of our favourite places to stay.  Situated on the east coast just south of Chaweng, it is a lively resort with plenty...
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Our Guide to the Best and Beautiful Beaches of Koh Samui Thailand

We have now visited Koh Samui 7 times so have got to know the island fairly well. Koh Samui really has something for everyone, the beaches are numerous and all...
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Khao Lak, Thailand – 8 things to do by Paul and Carole

We stayed at the Centara Seaview Hotel for 2 weeks at the end of our trip to Thailand. We really enjoyed our time in Khao Lak so here are 8...
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Bangkok Thailand – what to do and what and not to do!

We have now visited 6 times and love getting to know the city better each time. Bangkok is a crazy vibrant city but can be quite intimidating on your first...
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The Truth behind Elephant Exploitation and How you can Help

Elephant exploitation is rife in Asia. On our first visit to Thailand we were sat on the beach when an elephant with his mahout came up to us, and asked if...
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Day out at Nikki Beach, Koh Samui, Thailand

Our hosts at Baan Sijan Hotel, Simon and Janya recommended we visit Nikki Beach, and we are so glad they did, and have now visited 3 times. Called the “Sexiest...
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Cruising from Singapore to Port Klang, Penang, Langkawi and Phuket on the Mariner of the Seas

As part of the 50th birthday celebrations we decided we wanted to visit some Asia cruise ports on the Mariner of the Seas cruise ship from Singapore. We have travelled to Asia previously spending...
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Hotel Review – Baan Sijan Villa Resort, Koh Samui, Thailand

Baan Sijan Villa Resort is one of our favourite places to stay when we visit Koh Samui, an island off the east coast of Thailand.  We had our 5th visit in...
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Our stay at the Secret Garden Beach Resort, Bangrak, Koh Samui, Thailand

We spent 3 weeks travelling around Koh Samui and our stay at the Secret Garden Beach Resort was one of our favourites. The Secret Garden has always had a good reputation...
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5 things to do in Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand

We have now been to Ao Nang in the Krabi Province, Thailand 4 times. It is a great place in it self, but also the gateway to the many beautiful...
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