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From the island
First-person notes from living here: areas, renting, events and the places we actually go.
Living here · 6 min read
Where to live on Koh Samui: my honest area guide
Chaweng or Maenam, Bophut or Lamai? Pick the area first and everything else gets easier.
Events · 5 min read
What's on: Koh Samui events from November 2026 to 2027
Festivals, holidays, full moons and the days when you should not plan a move.
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Guides · 6 min read
Renting long term on Samui: how it really works
Deposits, contracts, electricity rates and why agencies are worth it for longer stays.
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Things to do · 5 min read
Staying active on Samui: padel, golf, Muay Thai and wellness
Where long stayers play, train and recover, with honest prices.
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Living here · 4 min read
Rainy season on Samui: what nobody tells you
Why Samui's monsoon is different, and why I like November more than I should.
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Local highlights · 4 min read
The weekly rhythm: Samui's night markets and walking streets
Street food, live music and the best evening in each area.
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