On a quaint private island that’s just a three-minute boat ride from the mainland of Koh Samui, you’ll find one of Thailand’s most breathtaking resorts.

The perfect day trip from Koh Samui, Thailand’s stunning Ang Thong National Marine Park is home to the country’s famous Emerald Lake. Find out what other highlights await in this government ...

KOH SAMUI, Thailand (CNN) -- Superlatives come quickly to mind when talking about Koh Samui. But most visitors to this island in the Gulf of Thailand simply call it "Heaven on Earth." The first ...

Island life FTW The island of Koh Samui, right off the east coast of Thailand, is known for its beaches, nightlife, and warm hospitality.

While Phuket and Koh Samui are popular island destinations in Thailand, they’re also full of tourists. Consider visiting Koh Yao Noi instead, a paradise in the middle of Phang Nga Bay.

Originally drawn to Thailand by Muay Thai, he later moved to Koh Samui with his wife to raise a family. Now 60, with two grown kids, Beale credits the island for giving him a life he doesn't need ...

For better or for worse, Alex Garland’s 1996 novel The Beach (and its 2000 film adaptation) pinned Koh Samui firmly on the backpacker’s map of Southeast Asia. Nearly 30 years on, Thailand’s ...