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Koh Nang Yuan
Boat only, ฿300 pp + ฿250 reserve entry; open 9:00–15:00 and no plastic bottles — go early, the sandbar floods by 15:00.
Lücke Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
Her stay on Koh Tao.
Sairee Beach
The island's main beach — great sunset spot with dive boats on the horizon.
Fishbowl Beach Bar
"The best place in the world" — tables on the sand at sunset, happy hours, buckets and a party vibe at night.
Nui Bakery
On her Koh Tao food list - bakery stop.
The Deck Cottages
Her stay on Koh Samui.
Thongson Bay
"Perfect beach" — free entry, cheap beach massage, free sun beds/kayak, but no outside food or drink allowed.
Tree Bridge Zipline Samui
10-zipline jungle course with sea views; booked via EastCard for a discount, guides are lovely and ride along if you're scared of heights.
995 Duck
Duck noodles spot on her Koh Tao list.
Ban Tai Beach
"The most insane beach I've seen" — white sand, palms and incredible water colors.
Fisherman's Village Walking Street
Huge Friday market: papaya salad 7-~$2, skewers 2-~$1, dim sum ~$2, banana roti ~$2, pizza ~$3; skip the ~$4 bubble waffle ice cream.
Freedom Private Beach
50 baht entry per person; two beautiful beaches and a viewpoint. Snorkel gear 50 baht — watch out for sea urchins.
Gemini Dumplings
On her Koh Tao food list.
Koh Tao
She has a full recommendations list for the island plus 10 things to know before flying to Koh Tao.
La Pizzeria da Claudio
Italian pizza option on Koh Tao.
Mellow Submarine
On her Koh Tao list.
Samui International Airport
Gorgeous open-air terminal with shops, cafés and plane views — everything is very expensive except the massage; wait a few minutes by the baggage screening monitor to check your suitcase passed.
The Cocoon Viewpoint Restaurant
Stunning at sunset, but don't ride up by scooter — the climb is very steep, take a taxi.
Baan Ya Jai
Excellent Thai in Chaweng — som tam, egg rolls and fresh fruit shakes.
Blue Chair
Best restaurant on Koh Tao so far: cashew chicken, papaya salad, rice and spring rolls + mango shake and water for ~$9.
Coconut Monkey
On her Koh Tao list.
Goodthings Cafe and Hotel
Really cute spot with excellent coffee — iced coffees, lemon cheesecake and a chocolate cookie came to ~$15.
Gusto Italiano
Surprisingly great Italian on the sand at sunset — try the prosciutto-burrata pizza; pricey: 1,326 THB for two.
Kanya Kitchen
On her Koh Tao list.
Lou Lou Eatery and Bar
Stunning lunch spot — sushi, pomelo salad, burger and fries.
Maenam View Point
Stunning beachfront spot with umbrellas, low tables and a cute café.
Pichet Restaurant
Best local restaurant in Fisherman's Village, almost no tourists — pad thai, cashew chicken, egg roll and rice for ~$12. No map pin, search the name.
RPM Red Power Motor
Recommended scooter rental, open 8:00–18:00.
Uniqlo Central Samui
Huge branch and really cheap — 2 tanks, trousers and a knit for ~$65.
Cactus Cafe
On her Koh Tao list.
Lotus Beach Bar
Come at night for the fire-dancing show on the sand at Sairee Beach.
ร้านอีสานเพื่อนเพ By.Moonlight
On her Koh Tao list.
ARKbar Beach Club
Come in the evening for the fire show on the sand in Chaweng.
Beach Coconuts Bowls
Beachside coconut smoothie bowl with fresh orange juice.
Black Rose Bar
Beachfront lunch with sea view — papaya salad, club sandwich and fresh watermelon/banana shakes.
Blue Chair
On her Koh Tao list.
Bophut Beach
Cute calm beach with jet skis and longtail boats offshore.
Central Samui
A really cute night market with food and drink stalls out front of the mall.
Maenam Beach
One of the island's beautiful beaches — calm turquoise water, palms and sun loungers.
Pork Leg
Pork leg over rice - on her Koh Tao list.
Sea Sun Samui
Cute stop for coffee and a passionfruit shake on the way to the temples.
The French Market
On her Koh Tao list - French bakery stop.
Wat Plai Laem
Temple with a giant smiling Buddha — combine with Wat Phra Yai nearby.
Aow Leuk Beach
Snorkeling spot where reef sharks usually appear — she saw none, but lots of fish and corals.
Charm Samui
MasterChef winner's restaurant: ~$41 for 4 dishes and 2 drinks; food cute but not a must — best dish is their take on Nobu's black cod miso.
Mae Haad Beach
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Sealax Samui
Chill beach club for a fresh coconut by the turquoise sea.
Wat Phra Yai
The Big Buddha is very special but she wouldn't call it a must-see.
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