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Foreigner caught on Samui after scary SUV joyride

A foreign man believed to be experiencing hallucinations has been arrested on Koh Samui after dragging a driver from his SUV and taking off, forcing the driver to cling to the side of the moving vehicle for 3.5 kilometres.

Bangkok Post

From the capital to the coast: how to do Bangkok and Koh Samui in style

Thailand pulls in many long-term visitors because there is simply so much to do. But for time-strapped travellers, the essentials of an unforgettable trip can be found in two iconic places

The Guardian - UK

Israeli armed-robbery fugitive arrested on Koh Samui

Police arrested an Israeli man accused of the armed robbery of a house in Israel as he was boarding a flight at Koh Samui international airport.

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Russian wanted over Phuket robbery found hiding in car on Koh Samui

Thai police have arrested a 26-year-old Russian man wanted in connection with a violent robbery in Phuket, after finding him hiding in the back seat of a car on Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

Security tightened on Koh Samui after Phuket incidents

Authorities on Koh Samui have increased security measures, inspecting all vehicles and people arriving on the island, following the discovery of several suspected explosive devices in Phuket and Krabi.

Bangkok Post

Two British fugitives caught on Koh Samui

Thai immigration police have arrested two British men wanted for robbery and fraud in the UK, after discovering they had been illegally operating tourism-related businesses on the resort island of Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

Fresh details surrounding Shane Warne’s sudden death revealed

After the former Australian cricketer died at the age of 52 on 4 March 2022 while on holiday on the Thai island of Koh Samui, new details surrounding Shane Warne’s sudden death have come to light.

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What ‘The White Lotus’ gets wrong about the meaning and goals of common Buddhist practices

The new season of “The White Lotus” is set on a luxury resort on the Thai island of Koh Samui. This comedy-drama series, which critiques wealthy tourists, focuses one plotline on foreigners who arrive in Thailand with an interest in engaging with its Buddhist traditions.

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Jason Isaacs' guide to Koh Samui: 'Staying at the real White Lotus felt like being in a gilded cage'

The actor dishes on his time filming The White Lotus in Thailand — and why he struggled with suite life

Evening Standard

Two missing in landslide on Koh Samui

Rescue workers and soldiers are battling to find two Myanmar construction workers still missing after a landslide buried their shelter on the tourist island of Koh Samui early Sunday.

Bangkok Post

Funeral held for drowned Russian yoga influencer

A funeral for a Russian woman swept out to sea while practising yoga sitting on a seaside rock last week was held on Koh Samui on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Indian tourist found dead after falling down Samui waterfall

SURAT THANI - Searchers have found and recovered the body of an Indian tourist who fell from a cliff while walking to the top of a popular waterfall on Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

Koh Samui or Hua Hin? How to choose between two of Thailand’s top beach destinations

Crystal-clear waters, white sand and unspoilt coves – Thailand’s beaches exceed expectations in every way. Here’s what to expect from two of the country’s most sought after coastal resorts

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The Thailand island you must visit now – before ‘The White Lotus’ effect hits

Koh Samui has had a major glow up ahead of filming for the hit show, with plush resorts, Michelin-starred restaurants and up-market spas. Fiona McIntosh suggests making a trip soon – while it’s still possible to find good deals

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Ditch Phuket’s crowds for these beautiful Thailand islands instead

Beautiful though it may be, is it time to swap crowded Phuket for a different island this season? Lucie Grace delves into Thailand’s other islands, finding beaches, wellness retreats and nature-filled adventures

Bangkok Post

2.4-magnitude quake in Koh Samui

An earthquake, measuring 2.4 on the Richter scale, struck Koh Samui at 8.24am on Thursday.

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Maid inherits B100m from French woman

A French businesswoman reportedly left about 100 million baht worth of assets to her Thai maid after she died on Koh Samui on Monday.

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Man found hanged on Samui

A 32-year-old Ukrainian man has been found hanged with both hands tied behind his back at a durian plantation on the tourist island of Koh Samui.

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Frenchman's body found at Koh Samui waterfall

Local officials and volunteers found the body of a young Frenchman on late Sunday morning after he had fallen at a waterfall on Koh Samui at about 3pm on Saturday.

Bangkok Post

Samui seeks longer stays for Europeans

Tourism operators on Koh Samui are urging the government to allow extended stays for European tourists as they believe the proposed visa exemption for Chinese visitors will not benefit the island.

Bangkok Post

Fugitive Swede arrested on Samui

A 60-year-old Swedish man wanted on drug charges in Bangkok has been arrested on Koh Samui after two years on the run.

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The idyllic Thai island battling an extreme water crisis after being overrun by tourists

Local official says steps being taken to avoid ‘disaster zone’ label for major tourist destination

Bangkok Post

Koh Samui evolves to cater for Gen Z, digital nomads

Hong Kong's favourite Thai getaway island - three-and-a-half-hours away once Bangkok Airways' direct flights restart on July 1 - has taken advantage of the tourism hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic to up its game, revamping infrastructure and reimagining its holiday attractions.

Bangkok Post

Local souvenir development promoted on Samui

SURAT THANI: The National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) has come up with a plan to support research targeting souvenirs sold in Koh Samui.

Bangkok Post

New temple of decadence at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui

Bringing Peruvian-inspired flavours and decadent desserts to the shores of Koh Samui is poolside drinking and dining den Guilty, which recently opened at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui.

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