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THE FIVE ISLANDS
EXPERIENCE
Explore the enchanting
islands off Samui’s
southern coast in
your own private
long-tail boat. You
can visit the famous
five islands (especially
around sunset time - it
happens right in front
of your eyes) as well
as the world famous
Ang Thong National
Marine Park in the Gulf
of Thailand. Expert
guides will show you
hidden caves and idyllic
snorkelling beaches in
these protected islands,
home to the valuable
bird’s nests harvested
for bird’s nest soup.
At the end of the tour,
you’ll be welcomed with
a delicious fine-dining
experience featuring the
best of Thai cuisine.
(highseatour.com)
ISLAND-WIDE
Whichever side
of Samui you’re
staying on, the
views are stellar
E P I C V I E W S
Islands
amid the
island...
For Kids
PARADISE PARK FARM
Children and grown-ups alike
can get up-close and personal
with a range of tropical birds
and animals at Paradise Park
Farm. High on the mountain
of Khao Pom, which offers
panoramic views of the ocean
and jungle, the park also has a
playground, infinity pool and
restaurant. Call to arrange a pick
up as the mountain road has
some challenging terrain.
(paradiseparkfarm.net)
Stop To Shop
CHANDRA
Be sure to visit both of
Chandra’s stores in Chaweng
to browse a stunning range
of designs for both men and
women. Choose from a range of
global swimwear brands, hand-
picked designs from across
Asia and the 2013 Chandra
collection, created by Samui’s
most established designers.
(chandra-exotic.com)
NATURE ART GALLERY
Discover a treasure trove of
handcrafted jewellery in the
heart of Chaweng. Gold, silver,
semi–precious and precious
stones are beautifully displayed
by owner Micha Trav and his
partner Shai Shalom Nissim,
who are happy to share their
knowledge of the properties of
stones and crystals.
(thailand-jewelry.com)
Treat Yourself
TAMARIND SPRINGS
Visit the sensational Tamarind
Springs, Samui’s best-loved
day spa. Set within a peaceful
coconut grove, Tamarind
perfectly blends the beauty of a
tropical paradise with comfort
and relaxation. The aptly named
Forest Dreaming combines
expert Thai massage with time
to relax in the iconic granite
steam rooms and exotic plunge
pools.
(tamarindsprings.com)
SAMAHITA RETREAT
Samahita Retreat’s health
experts advise a yearly cleanse
to aid digestion, increase vitality
and improve the immune
system.
(samahitaretreat.com)
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