The Latest Breaking News from Koh Samui

Koh Samui has had a major glow up ahead of filming for the hit show, with plush resorts, Michelin-starred restaurants and up-market spas. Fiona McIntosh suggests making a trip soon – while it’s still possible to find good deals

Beautiful though it may be, is it time to swap crowded Phuket for a different island this season? Lucie Grace delves into Thailand’s other islands, finding beaches, wellness retreats and nature-filled adventures

Tourism operators on Koh Samui are urging the government to allow extended stays for European tourists as they believe the proposed visa exemption for Chinese visitors will not benefit the island.

A 60-year-old Swedish man wanted on drug charges in Bangkok has been arrested on Koh Samui after two years on the run.

Local official says steps being taken to avoid ‘disaster zone’ label for major tourist destination

Hong Kong's favourite Thai getaway island - three-and-a-half-hours away once Bangkok Airways' direct flights restart on July 1 - has taken advantage of the tourism hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic to up its game, revamping infrastructure and reimagining its holiday attractions.

SURAT THANI: The National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) has come up with a plan to support research targeting souvenirs sold in Koh Samui.

Bringing Peruvian-inspired flavours and decadent desserts to the shores of Koh Samui is poolside drinking and dining den Guilty, which recently opened at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui.

Surat Thani, which includes popular islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao, recorded the country's highest growth in tourist arrivals and tourism revenue last year, according to ministry data.