Photo: Koh Samui, Thailand Paradise

by Michael Tieso on June 3, 2011

in Art,Asia,Destinations,Featured,Photography

Yes, this was in Koh Samui, Thailand. Hard to believe? That’s because we stayed away from the tourist traps. We had heard so many negative things about Koh Samui that we didn’t know what to expect but what we did want is to get away from it all. Recommended by Uncornered Market, we stayed in Bang Po (Northern part of Koh Samui). We basically had the whole resort to ourselves. The owners of the guesthouse were super chill and relaxed. They owned two playful cute dogs. Nobody in sight. Fantastic food. And it was basically a private resort just for us at 600baht ($20usd) a night. It really didn’t get much better than this. Paradise at its maximum. The owners had the resort as a side job to relax as they worked on their real carear as architects. Really chill place called ByBeach.

Article by Michael Tieso

Michael Tieso travels around the world writing, photographing, and filming his adventures. He left the cubicle life to travel the world in May 2009 and he still continues the journey to this day with no end to it. He loves adventure, food, and music. He is the Editor-in-chief of Art of Backpacking. Follow him on Twitter and Google+.

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http://www.visiting-asia.com/ Marion
Wow, Bang Po looks beautiful! Koh Samui does get a bad reputation for being overrun by tourists, but it looks like you found a quiet corner to enjoy!

http://artofbackpacking.com Michael
It was definitely not what we expected.

http://www.travel-wanderings.blogspot.com Ashleigh
It is interesting, I had always heard people recommending to go to Koh Samui to avoid the tourists and sex trade in Phuket…I have been wanting to go for ages, Bang Po will definitely be atop my list!

http://twenty-somethingtravel.com Steph
Man, that place was the best. I miss it…
Jet4749
Wow. Amazing. The media and people are always saying to stay away from certain places, when in reality……. It’s false. I’m glad you went and realized that it is a great place and hopefully you can change people perceptions on koh Samiui!

http://artofbackpacking.com Michael
Thanks! Generally what people say about Koh Samui is that it’s over touristy and not as pretty as the other islands but I found a spot on Koh Samui where that wasn’t true.

http://expertvagabond.com Matthew Karsten
What a great find! Asking other travelers for tips is one of my favorite practices. Locals as well (who don’t have an agenda). Between both sources, you can find some amazing stuff!

http://artofbackpacking.com Michael
Yeah, I need to remember to ask for tips more often.

http://www.facebook.com/GetawayAfrica Getaway Africa Tours
We only get the best reviews from travelers tothats been to Thailand, My wife went for 7 days and had a great time, Of course we heard of a lot of gays, but we getting use to living together. Koh Samui has some of the best weather of the islands there, I wish I could go to, but rather sending my son for a holiday.
Mel
You’re killing me with these pictures. I’ve been to Thailand many many times, love the country, love the culture, love the people and love the food. Hope you had a great time.
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http://holidaysforfamily.com Rob Tellier
Beautiful Photos!
We’re heading to Koh Samui in January for the first time!
Really looking forward to it!
Thanks for the pics.