Samui, located in the Gulf of Thailand, is known for its gorgeous beaches and waterfalls. It spans about 88 square miles and is home to around 70,300 residents — including about 3,800 foreigners ...

Samui, located in the Gulf of Thailand, is known for its gorgeous beaches and waterfalls. It spans about 88 square miles and is home to around 70,300 residents — including about 3,800 foreigners ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Ralph Beale, 60, the British-born founder of Lamai Muay Thai Camp in Koh Samui, Thailand. His words have been edited for length and clarity.

5. Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Temple) No family trip to Koh Samui is complete without visiting Wat Phra Yai, home to the island's 12-metre golden Buddha.

It's been nine years since Zanette Cross left the UK and moved to Koh Samui, Thailand. After many vacations in Thailand, she saw it as the ideal place to raise her now 13-year-old daughter.

There are many reasons to go to Koh Samui and it is an ideal location for families, providing parents an environment where they can relax. While southern areas like Chaweng and Lamai are known for ...