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 ...

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.

Phuket, Bangkok and Koh Samui are all stops on the seven-night White Lotus Thailand trip offered by Unforgettable Travel Company, a luxury tour operator, for just under $8,000 per person.

The 95-square-mile island of Koh Samui saw 3.4 million tourists in 2023, with numbers. Whereas, the country of Fiji —more than 330 islands—saw just over 1 million visitors in 2024.