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Discovering Thailand’s street food, temples and island life

From Bangkok’s buzzing streets to the laidback calm of Koh Samui, this episode of Travel Smart explores what makes Thailand such an unforgettable trip. Emilee Tombs shares practical tips on when to go, the temples to stop off at and the itineraries to book, including from holiday provider Tui.

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French tourist falls to his death at Koh Samui waterfall

A French tourist slipped and fell to his death while taking photographs at a waterfall on Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

Cops beef up checks on foreigners on isles

SURAT THANI: The Royal Thai Police has intensified checks on foreigners on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan following the discovery of multiple legal violations, deputy national police chief Pol Gen Samran Nuanma has announced.

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Two Israelis arrested with fake US dollars on Koh Samui

Two Israeli men were arrested with fake US dollar bills totalling US$5,653 after they exchanged some of them for Thai baht at Samui airport.

Bangkok Post

Mountain Dining, Muy Thai Classes and Private Infinity Pools—The Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui Is Your White Lotus Fantasy Made Real

Experience culture, relaxation, and luxury in equal measure

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Brazilian couple caught smuggling 6.6kg of cocaine onto Koh Samui

Customs officers and local police on Koh Samui have arrested a Brazilian man and woman after 6.63 kilograms of cocaine were discovered hidden in their luggage at the island’s international airport.

Bangkok Post

Travellers in Thailand will now need ‘arrival card’ as HBO’s White Lotus boosts tourism

Thailand is expecting to welcome 39 to 40 million international visitors this year

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White Lotus lifts Songkran bookings on Samui by 65%

Koh Samui tops the list of Thai destinations for the Songkran holiday next month, thanks to the influence of the hit TV series “The White Lotus”, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Obsessed with the interiors in The White Lotus season three? We spoke with the hotel's interior designer to get all the tips on creating this luxury laid back aesthetic

We take a peek at the Four Seasons, Koh Samui, the serene filming destination of The White Lotus season three, and discuss how to recreate the effortlessly cool, organic look

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Want to stay at The White Lotus? One of the futuristic and luxe Thailand estates featured in Season 3 is available on Airbnb

A sprawling Koh Samui villa is featured in the latest season of the beloved HBO series, and features an infinity pool, luxurious bedrooms, and stunning views

Homes & Gardens

One iconic White Lotus season three filming location is available to rent on Airbnb

Marie Claire

‘Can I bring eight dogs on your private jet?’: 24 hours with the real-life manager of The White Lotus

IN FOCUS: The new series of the hit HBO show is set in the Four Seasons resort in Koh Samui, Thailand. Lydia Spencer-Elliott speaks to the general manager about outrageous guest demands and how he stays sane

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Koh Samui ferry ends ban on electric vehicles

The operator of ferries between mainland Surat Thani and Koh Samui will resume accepting electric vehicles (EVs) starting Tuesday, ending a three-month ban due to safety concerns.

Bangkok Post

I travelled to Thailand’s White Lotus hotels to discover what to expect from season three

With the new season of the hit HBO series set to arrive on our screens in February, Annabel Grossman gets a taste of what it’s like to holiday like the one per cent – and uncovers a few hints of what we can expect when the White Lotus opens its…

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The most exciting destinations to visit in 2025: from Koh Samui to Sarajevo

From the Indonesian island that has travel insiders buzzing, to the far-flung archipelago where opportunities for adventure are unrivalled, this is our ultimate guide to where to holiday this year

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Where is The White Lotus season three set? Thailand filming locations revealed

Here are the paradise destinations behind The White Lotus season three

Bangkok Post

Samui villa demolition runs into problems

Authorities on the tourist island of Koh Samui are trying again to get 11 illegally built luxury villas demolished after their first attempt to do so earlier this week failed.

Bangkok Post

Illegal villas closed on Koh Samui

Authorities have closed 21 villas built illegally on Koh Samui, some of them housing foreign tenants who were ordered to leave.

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Two luxury Samui villas demolished

Koh Samui Municipality demolished two luxury villas that were being constructed without permission on a hillside on Koh Samui after the owners failed to conduct the demolition themselves as per the municipality

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Samui speedboat crash kills 1

Two speedboats collided on Monday night near Koh Samui island, killing one person and injuring two others.

Bangkok Post

Man arrested for rape of Ukrainian woman on Koh Samui

Police have arrested a man on a charge of raping a Ukrainian woman at Koh Samui's Thongson beach early last week.

Bangkok Post

Foreigners arrested for riding noisy bikes on Samui

Two foreigners have been arrested on Koh Samui after riding big bikes around with very loud exhaust pipes and giving the middle finger to local residents.

Bangkok Post

Thai maid's B100m inheritance on hold

Authorities will investigate whether a Thai maid can right away inherit assets worth about 100 million baht from her French boss who was recently found dead at her residence on Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

Koh Samui bridge public hearings begin

The Express Authority of Thailand (Exat) held the first public hearing for its plan to build a 20-kilometre bridge linking the mainland to Koh Samui, with construction due to start in 2028.

Bangkok Post

Koh Tao reports record tourist arrivals

Koh Tao, in the Gulf of Thailand northwest of Koh Samui, reported a record number of tourist arrivals in one day on July 28, the provincial governor said.

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