Koh Samui
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Questions in Koh Samui

Services 2 answers • Isla

I'm heading to Koh Samui in April and I've recently given up drinking alcohol. I'm curious to know what 0% options are available and how easily I can find them, especially in bars and restaurants.

Transportation 3 answers • Bree W

My wife and I are planning our 20-day honeymoon in Thailand, splitting time between Bangkok and Koh Samui. We're looking for recommendations on couple activities, romantic spots, and must-try street food areas in both places. We're also interested in learning about the process of getting a cannabis prescription in Koh Samui and where it's okay to use it.

Health & Wellness 3 answers • Bree W

We're planning a month-long trip to Thailand with our 7-month-old baby. We'll be spending five weeks in Koh Samui and a few nights in Bangkok. We're currently breastfed, but plan to introduce more formula over the coming months. I'd like to know if Kendamil Classic is available in Thailand, particularly in Koh Samui or Bangkok. We're also wondering if it's possible to bring enough formula from the UK for our entire stay.

Other 3 answers • maxim78

I've been exploring Koh Samui for the past few days and one thing that really shocked me is the amount of trash everywhere. I understand that a lot of the trash on beaches gets washed ashore, but why is there so much garbage in the ocean to begin with? You can't even take a boat to another island without constantly passing plastic bottles and bags floating around. And it's not just the ocean. Even on hiking trails up in the hills, there's trash almost everywhere you look. It's honestly heartbreaking because the island has such beautiful nature.

Services 2 answers • helena_kohsam

I'm a remote worker based in Koh Samui and I'm looking for a premium laundry service in Sriracha for myself. I've searched and found self-service washing machines but no shops that offer the service for me. I'm looking for something like Xin Chai Hua in Bangkok, where they wash and dry my clothes for me.

Housing 3 answers • gudrunzimmermann

I'm having trouble finding a place with decent AC in Koh Samui. Most rentals I've seen have tiny units that can't keep up with the heat, even in expensive places with private pools. I offered to pay extra to install a bigger unit in one place, but the owner refused. This is really frustrating for me.

Other 5 answers • maxim78

I've been in Thailand for a while in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, but I feel a real calling for the island life now. I spent 10 lovely days on Koh Samui and haven’t felt the same since returning home. I miss the beach, the views, the clean air, the slow pace of life. I already have my eye on a beautiful hillside villa when my current lease ends.