Rankings in Surat Thani

Plan a May beach escape on the calmer Gulf side. Pick Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Koh Samet, and Khanom for swimmable seas and easy snorkeling.

Plan a culture-packed May in Thailand with rocket launches, candlelit temple walks, royal rites, and fruit parades. Dates, tips, and where to watch.

Plan an adrenaline-filled trip. Rock climb Railay, dive Similan, skydive Pattaya, raft Chiang Mai, cave in Khao Sok, and more with safety tips.

Explore Thailand’s top eco travel, national parks, low-impact islands, green homestays, and wildlife sanctuaries that protect local culture.

Plan a splash-filled Songkran at Thailand’s best beaches outside Bangkok. Find the wildest water fights, extended dates like Pattaya’s Wan Lai.

Plan Songkran like a pro: S2O and top festivals, pool parties, survival gear, and late-night transport tips. What to wear, what to pack, how to get home safe.

Discover 4 English-speaking meditation retreats near Bangkok, from walk-in Vipassana to 10-day courses. Ideal for Makha Bucha and mindful travel in Thailand.

Ready to feel the heat? Discover 5 insanely spicy Southern Thai dishes, from Gaeng Tai Pla to Kua Kling, plus tips to order, pair, and cool the burn like a local.

Breathe easy in Thailand. These 5 southern provinces, from Satun to Surat Thani, offer the cleanest air and lowest PM2.5 in Feb–Mar. Tips on when to go.

Plan a cool-season escape: the best Thailand national parks to visit in February, with weather tips, top trails, camping, stargazing, and wildlife etiquette.

Discover Thailand’s most romantic vegan and vegetarian-friendly fine dining restaurants, from Bangkok to Phuket, perfect for anniversaries, proposals, and date nights.

Solo on Valentine’s Day in Thailand? Explore 10 places with community vibes or peaceful solitude, plus tips to stay safe, connected, and inspired on your trip.

Bali feeling too crowded and pricey? Find Thailand’s best Bali alternatives, from Koh Phangan’s yoga beaches to "Bali Nan" rice fields, culture, and slow life.

Compare Phuket, Samui, Lipe, Kood, Yao Noi, Krabi and Koh Mak for couples, with quiet coves, private longtail picnics and bioluminescent plankton tips.

Beyond the cheap t-shirts! Discover the top 4 places to find authentic crafts, coconut oils, and boho fashion at Koh Samui’s most famous night market.