Now renowned worldwide as the most beautiful of Thailand’s many tropical islands, Koh Samui was, for much of its own history, barely visited even by Thai people. The island is Thailand’s third largest although it is just 21 kilometers wide and 25 kilometers long. Covered in lush vegetation and fringed by stunning beaches, Koh Samui has seen an explosion of visitors since its airport opened in 1989....

Bangkok Air have recently announced plans for 4 new weekly direct Koh Samui flights connecting with Chengdu on the Chinese mainland after receiving the go ahead from authorities in China. The new flights will bolster a future increase in Chinese tourism to Koh Samui in conjunction with Tibet Airlines recent announcement of 3 weekly services connecting Chengdu and Samui. This total of 7 recently announced...