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international restaurants as well, with Bophut having a good reputation. Much of the local cuisine has its origins in Malay, Indonesian and Indian food and some popular dishes include Indian-style Muslim curry (Massaman), rice noodles in fish curry sauce (Khanom Jeen) and Chicken Birayani. If you are looking to go on a diving tour, Bophut Beach is a popular starting point.
The famous Big Buddha shrine is Samui’s most well known landmark and the 12-meter high golden Buddha can be seen
from several miles away. Surrounding the temple are many different shrines and other smaller ornate Buddhas to view. There is a small market selling a wide range of souvenirs as well as numerous food stalls.
If you are looking for something different, make sure you visit Grandpa and Grandma Rocks (or locally known as
Hin Ta and Hin Yai). These natural rock formations at the south end of Lamai Beach bear a striking resemblance to male and female genitalia and have become one
weekenders KO SAMUI, THAILAND
Samui Football Golf
T: +66 0 087 380 1332
63/240 Moo 5, Bohphut Koh Samui, Thailand, 84320
Use your foot for golf playing football golf. A new game created in Koh Samui that is great for families and friends. Get to play 18 holes for an hour. Open 9am to 6.30pm. Prices - Adults $30, Children $14.
www.samuifootballgolf.com Magnolia Spa
T: + 66 77 601 133
21 Moo 2, North Chaweng, Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand, 84320
of the island’s more amusing attractions. Get closer with nature by taking a day trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park, a pristine archipelago of 42 islands with towering limestone mountains, thick jungle, white sandy beaches, waterfalls and hidden lakes. The park is a protected area and is great for snorkeling, hiking, sea kayaking, diving and sailing.
Bangkok Airways fly to Ko Samui with hourly departures from Bangkok. There are also daily flights from Phuket, Pattaya, Singapore and Hong Kong.
100 Degrees East Dive Team
T: + 66 77 245 936
23/5 Moo 4, T Bophut, Ko Samui, Thailand, 84320
Ko Samui’s premier marine team offers dive education tours and exclusive snorkeling tours to Koh Tao and Angthong National Marine Park. Try the Angthong National Marine
Park Snorkeling Tour. Open 9.30am to 5pm. Maximum 12 guests per tour. Lunch and resort transfers provided.
www.100degreeseast.com
STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS IN KO SAMUI INCLUDE:
Saboey Resort and Villas
This beautiful, secluded resort is conveniently located in the northeast of the island on Bangrak Beach, a 4km crescent of white sand and azure waters. Designed to maximize serenity, space and privacy.
3 nights from $500 R844 4 nights from $535 R845 7 nights from $700 R846
For additional resort listings,
visit RCI.com or call your country’s toll free number (refer to back cover)
EAT
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H Bistro Bophut
T: +66 77 245 511
101/28 Moo1, Bophut Koh Samui, Thailand 84320
Situated facing the seafront, H Bistro serves French and Mediterranean and also caters
for vegetarians. An idyllic place for cocktails with diners able to enjoy great views from the wooden decked terrace. It is just a short walk from Bophut’s main shopping area.
www.siamdiningguide.com 9Gems Lounge Restaurant
T: +66 80 6920 520
141/190 Moo6, Bophut Koh Samui, Thailand 84320
Enjoy 360 degree views of Chaweng Beach and Chaweng Lake at this poolside restaurant and alfresco lounge. The restaurant offers world fusion food, tapas and fine cocktails. Open from 4.30pm to 10pm daily.
www.9gemssamui.com
Otaru Sushi Japanese Restaurant
T: +66 77601 222
Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng, Ko Samui, Thailand 84320
Serving authentic Japanese food, the restaurant offers great traditional sushi and sashimi, including some incredible melt-in-your-mouth Otoro (tuna belly). Open daily from 11.30am
to 10.30pm.
This well known day spa offers a range of well being and beauty treatments and services to purify and invigorate on both the outside and inside. A 90-minute traditional Thai massage costs $35.
www.magnoliakohsamui.com
EXPLORE
RELAX
Laem Sor Pagoda
Located at the end of Bang Kao Beach, the Pagoda is a place where Buddhists come to worship and pray. Its golden hue makes for
a great photo opportunity and the Pagoda’s structure and architecture attracts many history buffs. The entrance is guarded by two ‘Yak’ (giant) warrior statues with immense swords and colorful clothing - Entrance is free.
www.kohsamuipoint.com Samui Aquarium & Tiger Show
T: +66 (0)77 424 017-8
33/2 Moo 2, Ban Harn Beach, Koh Samui, Thailand, 84310
The aquarium features marine life native to the Gulf of Thailand including nurse sharks, leopard sharks, manta rays and many kinds of tropical fish. Visitors can also feed the sea turtles.
At the zoo, the main attraction is the Bengal tigers and leopards with daily live shows. Open daily from 9am to 6pm. Prices - Adult $10, Children $6.
www.samuiaquariumandtigerzoo.com
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Aquapark Chaweng
T: +66 0 094 582 0313
Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng, Koh Samui, Thailand, 84320
Aquapark Chaweng provides fun beach activities for the whole family. Located at Chaweng beach, the aquapark features eight large inflatable floating devices including a five- meter high iceberg wall, a human catapult and trampoline. Prices – $20 (half day). Open from 10am to 6pm.
www.aquaparkchaweng.com
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