Koh Samui ESSENTIAL guide for your 2024 travel

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Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the ultimate Koh Samui travel guide! In this video, I'll take you on a tour of this tropical paradise located in the Gulf of Thailand. With its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, lush forests, and vibrant culture, Koh Samui is truly a must-visit destination for any travel enthusiast.
I cover everything you need to know to plan your perfect getaway, from the best time to visit to the top attractions to check out. We'll take you on a tour of the island's most beautiful beaches, including Chaweng Beach, Lamai Beach, and Maenam Beach. We'll also explore the island's stunning waterfalls, temples, and markets, and give you insider tips on where to eat, stay, and play.
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@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

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@jensrasmussen6814 5 ай бұрын

I’m a follower from Denmark I travel a lot because I’m away and I want to inform you that your link to Koh Samui guide, it’s not functioning. It redirect you in both your videos and link below direct me to the Bangkok guide. ( It’s only mint as inform you, so you sell more kites to Koh Sami ) and I would like to buy one for Koh Samui 🙏 Please send me a link 🙏🙏🙏

@ooooooooo164 10 күн бұрын

awesome video especially the number and basic words and phrases !!! thank you.

@GregorBrown 10 күн бұрын

You're very welcome!

@kimberleydrury7 Жыл бұрын

This is one of better travel vlogs I've seen in a while, concise and great intro. Keep it up! :)

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Are you heading to Thailand?

@ItsBillyDavies 11 ай бұрын

What a great video, one of the best out there on Koh Samui! 👏🏻

@GregorBrown 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

@RicherThanIeverbeen Жыл бұрын

Awesome guide!

@bcharles9605 Жыл бұрын

Nice video, lots of helpful information. Can't wait to get on the Island!

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

ahhh, happy to hear it helped!

@internationAL21 7 ай бұрын

Very helpful video and love your relaxed and authentic style. I look forward to trying out as many of these tips as I can when I visit Koh Samui (and Koh Tao) for the first time in February. Keep up the great work!

@GregorBrown 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the video helpful. I hope you have an amazing time exploring Koh Samui and Koh Tao in February. Safe travels, and enjoy every moment of your adventure!

@DiegoGarcia-bf8fq 6 ай бұрын

The best travel vlog I have seen about Koh Samui, THANK YOU FOR SHARING !!

@GregorBrown 6 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@MegaMeowMeow 11 ай бұрын

Great job on this!

@GregorBrown 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@travelwithian3081 Жыл бұрын

Great useful video and love the editing 👍

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

thanks for that and the positive vibes!

@leewellstead2305 Жыл бұрын

Really great Information and presenting

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

thank you sir!

@peterjones7673 Жыл бұрын

Great advice once again

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Thank again, Peter!

@RosettaOwned 7 ай бұрын

Wow! Such a helpful video! Thank you :)

@GregorBrown 7 ай бұрын

Wow. Happy to hear. Are you traveling soon?

@yenriver5255 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea to bring a power board! Great video.

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@fashionlab7 3 ай бұрын

Fab guide 🙏

@GregorBrown 3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@Jampper 6 ай бұрын

Great video. Heading to Koh Samui in a week!

@GregorBrown 5 ай бұрын

Enjoy Koh Samui! It's a paradise of beaches, culture, and relaxation. Have a wonderful trip!

@nakedfish5786 Жыл бұрын

I'm saving this for my summer break 👆 👆

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

@panangiveon8220 Жыл бұрын

สวีสดีค่ะ ยินดีต้อนรับสู่ประ เทศไทยค่ะ 👍😘

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I love it

@AbroadInThailand Жыл бұрын

Cheers from Koh Samui. Just subscribed to your channel!

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@AbroadInThailand Жыл бұрын

@@GregorBrown Sure thing! 👍

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

How long you there for? where are you staying?

@SuperDugmence 6 ай бұрын

This is one of the best videos about this Island, concise and comprehensive! Can I ask just how is internet working when it is rainy and stormy? Thanks😊

@GregorBrown 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the compliment on the video! Yes, the internet on the island generally works great, even during rainy and stormy weather. 😊🌧️📶🌴✨

@montreekulla2767 Жыл бұрын

☺

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

😎😎

@ianwallace16 Жыл бұрын

Anyone coming to Samui by air…book a hotel with airport pick up…or there is a land transport counter at the top of the airport ramp…they will organise a shared bus to drop you off at hotel,much cheaper than a taxi.

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Great advice!! ;)

@yenriver5255 Жыл бұрын

can you please find out if any restaurant there cook sea cicada? We had them in Phuket and they are so yummy. Heading to Koh Samui in August. Great video.

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful. You'll love Samui

@rogerallison8536 Жыл бұрын

Taxis are controlled by a mafia on Samui (also on Phuket), and foreigners always have to pay rip-off prices. There is no Uber/Grab/Bolt, when they started to operate they were intimidated out of the market by the taxi mafia. Songthaew drivers are also intimidated by the taxi mafia so they are very reluctant to pick up foreigners for the "bus" price - that has been my experience for several years, although some people seem to disagree. If you are staying on Samui for any length of time and want to get around you must hire a scooter (not very safe) or a car.

@quest_ Жыл бұрын

Are cars easily available for renting ? If so, is it better than renting a scooter ?

@ArkoN7 4 ай бұрын

That's not true at all. First of all when I arrived I got a good taxi rate and later I also got a Grab(their uber) and I paid the same price.... So no rip off and grab is available... I was there in december 2023...

@mrwolf1964 3 ай бұрын

That’s not true, I was in samui last week for 14 days. Got the taxi multiple times, didn’t have any problems

@nevilbruno6706 2 ай бұрын

@@mrwolf1964 using grab? Or hailing from the street?

@SuperAteziana Жыл бұрын

Coming to Thailand for the first time in 2 months🤙🏽 First Bangkok then Koh Samui and then we would have 4 more days to spend somewhere. Been thinking about fullmoon party or phuket what would u recommend? Thanks for the great video👌🏽

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Have fun! Yeah, do that. It's an easy boat ride from Samui. You can arrange the trip when you are on Samui.

@michael-wolf 8 ай бұрын

Great videos!!! What are the issues with flying a drone? Do I need to get a permit?

@GregorBrown 8 ай бұрын

you should be able to fly fine, don't know the current rules, though.

@JM32023 3 ай бұрын

Great info. Thank you. How long to drive around the island?

@GregorBrown 3 ай бұрын

Depends on your stops and how much you want to explore! 🚗💨 Koh Samui can be circled in just a few hours if you're sticking to the main road. But to truly experience the island, I'd recommend taking at least a day or two, so you can enjoy the beaches, sights, and delicious Thai food along the way. Happy travels!

@JM32023 3 ай бұрын

@GregorBrown thank you for your info & suggestion 🙏

@rumgay100 Ай бұрын

Ok we are going to be there in October im so nervous …. Don’t even know why 🙈

@GregorBrown Ай бұрын

I sometimes get that way before. I travel too, but don't worry. You're gonna have a heck of a time,

@drewcama2488 Жыл бұрын

I was there at the end of Nov. 22 and it looks like we stayed in the same area if not the same hotel. The weather was humid but not hot, the entrance to the beaches I actually found hard to find because the big hotels have them hidden. The food was amazing, the coffee was hard to find good ones, but when I did I made that a go to spot. The service in general is slow so relax. Also Marijuana is legal and lots of shops. Average prices and not too strong. Been there done it I wouldn't go back.

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

thanks for dropping your feedback!! I loved it there! I'd definitely go back, your observations are helpful, especially for the others going through these comments. Where else did you travel in Thailand?

@drewcama2488 Жыл бұрын

@GregorBrown I took my Bike. So I started in Bangkok for three days, because of course the bike was on the next plane, and then back in Bangkok for two days before my flight out. In total, I was there 19 days. There was no charge for bringing my bike from Bangkok to Koh Samui by plane. Oh, Ps. The ride over the mountain of Koh Samui is not a ride, but a hike! RideGPS said it was 70% paved. LOL,! Washed-out trails, super steep assent. I almost got lost because GPS was all screwed up on top of the mountain, and there were actually 5 different paths to take! That was an adventure.

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

yeah, that's a crazy road. I did that on a motorbike. Good on you for trying!

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

want an adventure. why did you decide to bike in Thailand?

@drewcama2488 Жыл бұрын

@GregorBrown because I have started to always vacation with my bike. I'm working up to bigger and longer rides,Greece, Italy, France, Spain.

@justsayin...2784 9 ай бұрын

Toward the end of the video, it suggested taking a ferry to Krabi... ...I didn't know this was an option from Samui -- and I've been there a few times. I'm returning again this year (Dec/Jan) for an extended stay. Was also planning on visiting the region from Krabi on south the Trang and Satun. Was previously considering flying from Samui to Krabi... ...again, is ferry also an option?

@GregorBrown 9 ай бұрын

Yes it is totally an option just check with an agency on the island and they book you a fairy and then there's a bus ride once you get to the mainland

@ilanz9 Жыл бұрын

Hey, question from seeing some of your drone footage, is it easy to bring a drone out there?

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Yes. 👍

@rimary1283 Ай бұрын

Hi dear so informative, what other option we have other than scooter hiring (solo traveler) who doesn’t know to ride a bike 😢

@GregorBrown Ай бұрын

For sure, you can rent a car if that's what you're asking about

@Topherwatchlover 7 ай бұрын

Hi any suggestions for good running trails or beach runs?

@GregorBrown 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely! If you're looking for scenic runs, try exploring the little roads heading inland off the coast. You'll find some charming routes with beautiful views. For beach runs, the coastline offers fantastic stretches, especially during sunrise or sunset. Enjoy your runs and the breathtaking scenery!

@saildale 2 ай бұрын

Are there any beaches with good diving and snorkeling reefs in snorkeling distance from the beach?

@GregorBrown 2 ай бұрын

I'm not sure, maybe someone else with knowledge could jump in on this question. Lets hope so. When are you going?

@russellthomas9159 Жыл бұрын

What was the name of the bar near Nathong called, the one to watch the sunset Full rest bar Four rest bar or Forest bar

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Four Monkeys

@andreahn1s 11 ай бұрын

Traveling with a group. 6ish. How is traveling via car in Koh Samui and parking at these Locations??

@GregorBrown 11 ай бұрын

Parking is super easy around The Island

@tedmartinpadres Жыл бұрын

Hi, Thanks for the video! 🍻 Is June an okay time to go to Koh Samui? There is a beach in Phuket that I luv (Nai Harn), but I think it's pretty hot down there right now and the sea a bit on the rough side. I suspect that beaches are much calmer and clearer on Koh Samui at the moment, and the weather a little less hot (?). What do you think? Thanks again man!

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

There will be less tourist but you have to be concerned about the hot and rainy season but regardless you will have a good time and awesome food

@Malvika116 5 ай бұрын

Hi how much ferry cost from kob samui to bangkok ?

@GregorBrown 5 ай бұрын

The cost varies depending on the service. It's best to check current prices for accurate information. I booked mine through an agent I knew in Bangrak! 🛳️🇹🇭

@elphantasimo 23 күн бұрын

Get out and live it

@gearsiborg 5 ай бұрын

Can we stamp our visa there ?

@GregorBrown 5 ай бұрын

For visa stamping procedures, it's best to check with the Thai embassy or consulate before your trip. Visa requirements can vary based on your nationality and the type of visa. Safe travels! 🛂✈️

@mvngulati Ай бұрын

how to rent that speed boat for anthong marine park

@GregorBrown Ай бұрын

any of the tour agencies can help you with that once on the island.

@kirstynutt5751 Жыл бұрын

Hey if you stay in bangrak why do you hire your bike from the place next to Nicky fashion?? My wife and I always hire from there because the guy is trustworthy and awesome.hired 3 bikes with one passport once

@GregorBrown Жыл бұрын

Good advice. I had found another friendly rental place.

@brvandal 3 ай бұрын

what area is 2:36 at?

@GregorBrown 3 ай бұрын

North end of Chaweng.

@Foreverhear 5 ай бұрын

My i phone will not work in Thailand had to buy a local phone.. great phone but usa phone would not work major pain.

@GregorBrown 5 ай бұрын

It's a common issue for travelers. Getting a local SIM card is a practical solution. It's all part of the travel experience! 📱🇹🇭

@jasonbeattie4362 11 ай бұрын

I have found that the 5G connectivity to be far better in Europe than in North America.

@Jagutt2 6 ай бұрын

Do you need a motorcykel drivning licens to rent a motor bike?

@GregorBrown 6 ай бұрын

sometimes they don't even ask for a licence!!

@drinkbeerandtravel 6 ай бұрын

Great video however we are in the eSim world. You don’t need to call your carrier or go to any counter. Anyone reading this should research eSIMs that can be setup prior to getting to your country of travel.

@GregorBrown 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely, eSIMs are indeed a fantastic option for travelers these days. They offer convenience and ease, especially for those who prefer to have everything set up before landing. I'm planning to cover eSIMs in future videos, offering more insight and tips. However, for those who haven't transitioned to eSIMs yet or prefer a physical SIM card, getting a SIM or eSIM at the airport upon arrival is still a very viable and straightforward option. Thanks for bringing up this important point about the evolving world of travel tech! Stay tuned for more detailed information in upcoming videos. 🌏📱✈️🎥✨

@chiroamir 5 ай бұрын

Try 600-800 Bhat for taxi from airport to your hotel. In my case, it was a 10-minute ride. Ridiculous.

@GregorBrown 5 ай бұрын

Taxi fares can indeed be surprising, i remember my first time, I paid like you, too much! That's why I try to arrange my motorbike and pick up from the airport from the motorbike rental company.

@devoid6512 13 күн бұрын

Why would you take a taxi? Use Bolt or grab. Less than Half the price of a taxi.

@chiroamir 13 күн бұрын

They are not allowed to come to the airport for pick up.