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  • Where should you stay in Koh Samui today? Get 2023 Thailand Travel Advice because everything here has changed.
    This is a video tour to show you what Chaweng Beach, Lamai Beach, Choeng Mon Beach, Nathon, Maenam, Fisherman's Village, and Bangrak look like.
    I'll also give tons of restaurant recommendations so you can find the best Thai Food, Korean Food, Coffee Shops and more. If you are coming to Samui anytime soon, get out your notepad cuz this video is for you!
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    0:00 Koh Samui Guide
    0:38 Choeng Mon Beach
    2:45 Chaweng Beach Road
    8:17 Lamai
    12:40 Nathon
    15:08 Maenam
    17:22 Fisherman's Village
    19:18 Bangrak

КОМЕНТАРІ • 535

  • @RetiredWorkingForYou
    @RetiredWorkingForYou  Рік тому +38

    Get my mobile app and find all of Thailand's best things to see, do, and eat....all with turn by turn directions. Search 'Teenee' on your app store or follow this link: teenee.onelink.me/6pHT/RW4U

    • @tonywaipouri9899
      @tonywaipouri9899 Рік тому +3

      You need to allow access to the app prior to asking for a subscription payment so users of the app can see what it has to offer before subscriping, I'll be doing 2 trips so far to Thailand this year and would happily pay the subscription but not without seeing what it has to offer.

    • @Thairieskaterat
      @Thairieskaterat Рік тому

      I'll be sure to do this before I leave for Thailand March 28

    • @55strats
      @55strats Рік тому

      @@tonywaipouri9899 Tony its so cheap who cares, Crises youtube vids are worth the small amount u pay for Teenee, so really is small change call it a donation for all his time, if its not what you need then no big deal is it.....just saying

    • @tonywaipouri9899
      @tonywaipouri9899 Рік тому +1

      @@55strats Yes it is cheap, so no, I don't care, and the UA-cam videos are good and I will go ahead and subscribe to the app before I arrive in Thailand BUT as someone who has been doing software development, including mobile apps, for almost 30 years, it's just going to put people off if they can't see what they are buying.

    • @55strats
      @55strats Рік тому

      @@tonywaipouri9899 yep fair call, but if your watching crises vids u know he knows his stuff, its really very very small change, i paid for the year its was peanuts, not fussed if it turns out to be not so good few bucks no big deal

  • @rishipradhan5544
    @rishipradhan5544 Рік тому +1

    Such a heart warming video of my favourite island in Thailand ….from music to the narration….bang on …the video did something to my heart …

  • @KardosoMedia
    @KardosoMedia Рік тому +4

    Nice Chris! What a difference..great to see things getting back to where they should be. Your videos are always so informative and fun to watch! I look forward to visiting Thailand someday with all your suggestions and tips in mind. Cheers brother! See you on the next one :)

  • @mikhailkosorukov402
    @mikhailkosorukov402 Рік тому

    Man just discovered your channel - loving it! Esp the delivery, you're telling a story and packing it with value. Planning to move for a year to Samui in a couple of months, so thrilled!

  • @THAIRIFICMIKE
    @THAIRIFICMIKE Рік тому +21

    Oh yeah it’s great to see Samui back in high season action and full of life! Thanks Chris for showing everyone around the place I’m grateful to call home.

  • @mohammedalomani7083
    @mohammedalomani7083 Рік тому

    Best video I watched so far about ko Samui ! Thank you Chris ! Great smart work bud

  • @bikepacker9850
    @bikepacker9850 2 місяці тому +1

    It's been changing since about 1980.When I first went there, a bungalow on the beach was the same price as a beer. You had to go to the post office to make a telephone call off the island. There was 1 bank and NO ATMs, every foreigner on the island had to go to that same bank to get money, the bank is actually still there and it looks the same. It's still fun, just different.

  • @johnchristofferson4769
    @johnchristofferson4769 Рік тому +7

    Thank you for the wonderful reminder of Samui, we stayed there for a month a couple of months ago. We did the same route you took around the island. Ate at some of the same places. We stayed at the Replay in Bangrak and loved that village. Cheers from Idaho, USA!

  • @Guido99
    @Guido99 Рік тому

    Wow what a fantastic video🙏 Thx a lot Chris. Bringing back all Koh Samui memories to me! Love it brother🙏

  • @AverageJoeShmo
    @AverageJoeShmo Рік тому

    Great job as always my friend! Congrats on hitting 300k soon. Still remember when was just starting. One of the best in Thailand at promoting the place for tourists or future and current expats.

  • @willemvd80
    @willemvd80 Рік тому

    Love the vids man! thanks so much - look forward to hopefully popping over to Thailand this year for a few months so these are super helpful!!

  • @michaelfischer2524
    @michaelfischer2524 Рік тому

    Great timing, we are there in 3 weeks!! thanks for the video. Love the presentation!

  • @ricklanders
    @ricklanders Рік тому

    Great tour! Just starting to research Thailand and this video was super helpful, thanks man!

  • @eddieward7839
    @eddieward7839 Місяць тому

    Great video thanks for bringing us along ❤😂

  • @michaelb2388
    @michaelb2388 Рік тому +30

    I stayed on Koh Samui for about 5 months back in 1987. It was still unspoiled in many places but it was changing fast. They were building the airport at the time. I remember riding a motorbike down the runway at full speed when there was nobody around!

    • @farleymusclewhite411
      @farleymusclewhite411 Рік тому +3

      I was in Thailand '86-'87. What a difference eh?

    • @aalkurdi
      @aalkurdi Рік тому

      Wow what a scene man

    • @cyclocrossthesea-lionman1824
      @cyclocrossthesea-lionman1824 Рік тому

      Different world. You're very lucky to have been there then. Say it sweet af

    • @michaelb2388
      @michaelb2388 Рік тому +4

      ​@@farleymusclewhite411 it's all relative. I remember meeting another English guy there in '87 who said "I was here 10 years ago when it was still beautiful!"
      But most of it was still beautiful in 87 otherwise I guess he wouldn't have been there!

    • @gilbertospqr9571
      @gilbertospqr9571 2 місяці тому

      @@michaelb2388 now it has become shit

  • @AnnaRobert
    @AnnaRobert Рік тому +6

    I recently spent 2 months in Samui, I stayed in Bangrak. I loved seeing you film the island, it brought me back so many memories!😍

  • @THEMARTIALMAN
    @THEMARTIALMAN Рік тому +44

    I just came back from Ko Samui last week, and after living in Thailand for the past ten years, this was the first I didn’t enjoy visiting the island. The “quiet streets” were packed with traffic, and the main roads were occupied by speeding van drivers trying to overtake on the wrong side of the road, making it dangerous and a nightmare to get around the island. I lost count of how many accidents I saw 😢

    • @kewintaylor7056
      @kewintaylor7056 Рік тому +6

      Now u know the feeling of locals when theres too many tourist!
      😂

    • @torquemada4327
      @torquemada4327 Рік тому +1

      Also in Phuket, greedy ruines everything😂😂

    • @suchAFLife
      @suchAFLife 3 місяці тому

      I feel same. Terribile Ko Samui now compare with 13 years i visited. The streets have bad smell like Langkawi 😢. Everything become so expensive and not convenient to me. After stay in Bali and Nusa Penida, I dont see these islands in Thailand are clean and beautiful anymore. So sad. Im in Ko Samui now but just wanna go after 1 day. 😢

    • @mh8757
      @mh8757 Місяць тому +1

      Last time I was on Ko Samui was 2010. I thought it was busy at that time but wow, it's not the chill, slow pace island it used to be.

  • @tnnsplyr22
    @tnnsplyr22 10 днів тому

    Such a helpful video, thank you! Visiting Samui this fall and planning to stay in Bang Rak.

  • @laurencrank6875
    @laurencrank6875 Рік тому +1

    Awesome video thank you so much! We’re back in Samui in March after 3 years and we’re bringing family! This gave us an amazing insight, definitely gonna go download the app 🙌 ❤

  • @frankknudsen8879
    @frankknudsen8879 Рік тому +6

    You have done it again Chris, never been to Samui but will definitely go this year thanks to you.

  • @thaitestautomation8425
    @thaitestautomation8425 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Chris. Great video, reminding me of the good time I had in this amazing island! 😊 Love Samui!

  • @jomontanee
    @jomontanee Рік тому +2

    5:33 OMG total difference!! Thank you so much for your reporting Samui atmosphere to us.

  • @mydreamquest
    @mydreamquest Рік тому

    Nicely done. I’ll be here briefly in a few months and you painted a good picture of what to expect. Nice music to bring it all together.

  • @tedlennox4365
    @tedlennox4365 Рік тому +2

    Well done... great music, great to see Samui coming back to life...

  • @dotcom2528
    @dotcom2528 Рік тому

    Great video update, loved it.

  • @clayronin
    @clayronin Рік тому +1

    Great timing Chris. I’m coming to Koh Samui for a week at the start of next month. First time to Koh Samui and staying in Chaweng so it was nice to see things are getting busier

  • @Paddy_Trotter
    @Paddy_Trotter Рік тому +5

    Great to see Koh Samui back to its feet again.. can't wait to be here next Month 🤩 Lamai & Chaweng here i come 🍻

  • @danialcoe3843
    @danialcoe3843 2 місяці тому

    Great video. Thanks. Heading to Samui in October for our first trip. Staying in Bo Put. 7 days only. Wish it was more. However, I think your video's will help us short list the best of the island and we get a good taste. Enough to see us planning another trip. Definitely going to sample some of what Bangrak has on offer. 😋 Keep up the good work. 👍

  • @dianarose3804
    @dianarose3804 Рік тому

    This was marvellous! I’m in Samui now and loved travelling with you! Thanks for the super tips. 🙋‍♀️💖💎🙏🏻

  • @piperlani
    @piperlani Рік тому +3

    Great optimism and great attitude👍🏼

  • @walkzillajourney
    @walkzillajourney Рік тому

    Love your video Chris. Good information and very useful.

  • @dotieplot8552
    @dotieplot8552 Рік тому

    Thanks for a great video. Will be in Samui next month. So excited!!

  • @niveditasingh6709
    @niveditasingh6709 11 місяців тому

    I’m a first time traveller to Thailand. Your video has given me a very good insight of how to plan a stay in Koh Samui. Thanks a lot for your efforts! 😊

  • @eriktheredblack6958
    @eriktheredblack6958 8 місяців тому

    Great video, I loved it. I'll be on my way to Phuket and Samui next month. It's been five years since I had been to Thailand and I can't wait to get back!

  • @tw8759
    @tw8759 Рік тому

    Awesome video!

  • @sgtspinny
    @sgtspinny Рік тому +3

    What a great video. I lived there 2006 to 2014. You've brought back so many good memories and it looks like the Samui of old . Happy to see people doing well again. Thanks 🙂 🙏

  • @jabur9254
    @jabur9254 5 місяців тому

    Thank you man..very helpful video.regard from Bahrain 🇧🇭

  • @kevinandtanya2244
    @kevinandtanya2244 Рік тому +4

    👋🏼Hey Chris! So awesome to see Koh Samui coming back alive! Sucks that our plans have changed and won’t be out this year🥺 but hoping 2024! 🍻Cheers🍻we stayed at The Outrigger but in 2020 it was Mana Thai loved it there. ♥️🇨🇦

  • @lauraconnelly1393
    @lauraconnelly1393 Рік тому +1

    We’re just back from Chaweng - so busy! Samui Central was our top choice for places to eat. Probably next time we visit we’ll look at Lamai as a base. It was our first visit so you video was really helpful!

  • @bern555
    @bern555 Рік тому

    Just subscribed and have been watching your vid's for a couple of years always good videos to watch.

  • @Yazeed_895
    @Yazeed_895 5 місяців тому +2

    I went there last October / November, I’m in love with Samui man
    thanks Chris for what you doing
    much respect ✊🏽

  • @NowGetThere
    @NowGetThere Рік тому +1

    Great update. I will be visiting Koh Samui in April! Can't wait

  • @TimothyBrodeur
    @TimothyBrodeur Рік тому

    I will be coming to Koh Samui for the first time in FEB. Thanks for all the recommendations, I will definitely be checking out some of those places.

  • @animal9370
    @animal9370 5 місяців тому

    Wow! Cool video. Thank You

  • @norm2222
    @norm2222 Рік тому +5

    We’re using our Teenee in Kho Chang. Giving us so much information. Thanks 🙏

  • @russellvincent9312
    @russellvincent9312 10 місяців тому

    Thanks Chris. Heading over with the fam for a stay in a month so these tips are very useful. Can't wait!

  • @dg4953
    @dg4953 Рік тому

    I’ll be back out there in Ko Samui February 8 can’t wait. Thank you so much for this video.

  • @vintageexcellence
    @vintageexcellence Рік тому +22

    I randomly picked Bangrak area on agoda last June for my first visit, wasn’t very busy but a great vibe, stayed at The Shore. Went over to fishermen’s village one night and it was overpriced vapid instagramer selfie land 😂 On the other hand going up to the standing Buddha on top of the mountain at sunset was a highlight, also one of those big waterfalls by the Ferry side of the island has a 2-3 mile hike to it so not a single person was there 😊

  • @binary_ironclad
    @binary_ironclad Рік тому +1

    Great video man. I land in Chiang Mai Mar. 5th to move there. You, Walk About Wayne, and Brett Dev have pushed me over the edge to make the jump. It’s content like this makes my morning. Thank you. Hope to bump into you one day!

  • @maggie4834
    @maggie4834 Рік тому +1

    Nice Job Chris! Great personality, camera work, commentary on good restaurants/markets etc. We all just finished another trip around the Sun and you give us a trip around Samui…any connection? 😉Btw, we just got back from riding a Honda wave 110i around the island. Agree 100% on the parked cars on the 4 lane road approaching the fisherman’s village turn-off. Traffic came tp a standstill 1-1/2 miles out. Tow those guys!!! 😂

  • @mr.sushimikeexperiment520
    @mr.sushimikeexperiment520 Рік тому

    You are awesome and thank you for the recommendations…Samui will be on the must do list for my next trip!

  • @sonjadyason8802
    @sonjadyason8802 Рік тому

    I just found your channel. I love your videos! Fun & informative 👌

  • @ThailandThomas
    @ThailandThomas Рік тому +1

    Great video Chris. I love Samui. Fisherman village is my hang out spot.

  • @Merq-ko8di
    @Merq-ko8di Рік тому

    Excellent Video 👍👍👍

  • @MrBuggchild
    @MrBuggchild Рік тому

    Heading back to samui in april.First time back there since 2019.Lamai Beach!!!!!!!Bringing my mum and brother there for the first time!!!Keep up the good work Chris.

  • @robcig
    @robcig Рік тому

    Great review man, I’m coming back soon.

  • @markmcauley9369
    @markmcauley9369 Рік тому

    Fantastic, informative video. RWFY is the best!

  • @MasterYoda007
    @MasterYoda007 Рік тому

    Honestly, I really dropped some tears while I was watching your video. Like is going out old buddy ❤

  • @Blacky-NZ
    @Blacky-NZ Рік тому +2

    Thanks Chris, very informative. Be great to do a video showing the popular areas to buy in Samui

  • @irenekoh6190
    @irenekoh6190 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @TRIPONTHIS
    @TRIPONTHIS Рік тому

    Thanks for the tour Chris. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @sno_mouse1235
    @sno_mouse1235 Рік тому

    Thanks Chris, can't wait to get to Samui!

  • @hans-joachimbruschke1705
    @hans-joachimbruschke1705 Рік тому

    Thank you for this great video! I was on Samui some weeks ago and I just want to fly back there while watching your video.

  • @craciunlabs
    @craciunlabs Рік тому

    Love this
    You put alot of effort and love ❤️☘️🌅

  • @jameskeane9194
    @jameskeane9194 9 місяців тому

    I'me coming chaewang next week and I can't wait .thanks for the wicked video . I took a couple notes

  • @brendanfox1787
    @brendanfox1787 Рік тому

    Your story was so helpful my partner and I are coming to Koh Samui in May our first trip so looking forward thanks so much for you suggestions

  • @johnhealey2160
    @johnhealey2160 Рік тому +1

    Hey there
    In Kho Samui at the moment. Thanks to you my wife and I have come here from Australia to see what it offers. Into day 2 of our stay and loving Kho Samui

  • @rethawiid2970
    @rethawiid2970 Рік тому +1

    So happy for everyone in Samui.. Happy days, tourism is back.. Hope you all make bags of money, happy happy days..
    Thinking of relocating to Samui from South Africa

  • @SuperWhisky7
    @SuperWhisky7 Рік тому

    We are coming to Koh Samui in August! Really looking forward to it!!!

  • @randyc754
    @randyc754 8 місяців тому

    great info!!

  • @adventurewithbernie
    @adventurewithbernie Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed watching this 👌
    I was on Samui (for my first time) last December for just over a week. Spent 5 nights in Lamai and really enjoyed the area. Scenery, food, the people, etc all good! 🙏

  • @marksoler7338
    @marksoler7338 Рік тому +1

    That was lovely i can tell you enjoyed driving around and editing this. Fine work! Wondering if it's possible to just hire a driver and car for the day just to hit all these great spots... .

  • @priortokaraew7569
    @priortokaraew7569 Рік тому

    This was a great vlog.

  • @thaiboxtv8395
    @thaiboxtv8395 Рік тому

    love your videos bro!!!

  • @TheColossalBlanket
    @TheColossalBlanket Рік тому

    Was at ark bar for new year's eve and it was bangin! Lamai was nice too at the start of the month apart from all the rain ☔. Great video, Chris 🙂

  • @RcNutchareeCranes
    @RcNutchareeCranes Рік тому

    Really amazing island 👏👏👏
    Thanks dear Chris 🤩😊

  • @jamiealex25
    @jamiealex25 Рік тому

    Wow what a charismatic guy, great video with amazing commentary. Been to Samui 3 times travelling now bringing the kids in march to experience the fantastic people and culture.

  • @juststuff5216
    @juststuff5216 5 місяців тому

    9:25 *Ceen - One Horned Rhino*
    What a great tune! 😎
    Thanks for the tour.

  • @frankknudsen8879
    @frankknudsen8879 Рік тому

    Love tenee, just booked here I come, see you in may.

  • @omarhoxton4486
    @omarhoxton4486 Рік тому

    Woowee just got back spent 2 weeks its awesome! Need to go back already.

  • @ukchatman4920
    @ukchatman4920 6 місяців тому

    Enjoyed your trip around the Samui ring road it was brilliant!, I'm out of the Island and missing it already....... opening up a coffee bar at the Grand Mother Grandfather Rock when I get back so.... exciting !

  • @boxer5004
    @boxer5004 Рік тому

    Good video 👍

  • @cocosamuiasmr3765
    @cocosamuiasmr3765 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for Samui

  • @word4899
    @word4899 Рік тому

    We plan to be in Koh Samui in March. The restaurant recommendations will defiantly be appreciated.

  • @markkuahlamaa770
    @markkuahlamaa770 Рік тому

    Thank You Video !
    Retired 4 You.

  • @thatcrazyuncle9195
    @thatcrazyuncle9195 Рік тому

    Great Video. I land in Koh Samui this next Tuesday and will be there for 2 weeks!

  • @__Crockett__
    @__Crockett__ Рік тому

    Awesome Video!
    When will you be doing a Video about Chiang Rai?

  • @Robert8455
    @Robert8455 Рік тому

    Big thank you for your efforts. You packed a whole lot of information here. Nice to see them make some changes like getting rid of some of the wires that seem to cover the sky. Still have a ways to go but nice to see that change as well as the wider roads. For a tourist visiting would you recommend: 1) renting a motor bike 2) renting a car or 3) using public transport / taxis / uber to get around. I'd love having the 'safety' of a car but can also see parking might be a huge problem.

  • @vanelgikayten
    @vanelgikayten 2 місяці тому

    This was a really well put together video, like a tour guide, I really appreciate your effort put into this, quality video for sure. Wish more travel videos were like this. By the way I can't help noticing your voice sounds a lot like Jack Nicholson haha.

  • @ShortReelsbysal
    @ShortReelsbysal 11 місяців тому

    Man, i love your editing skills

  • @kaywatkins2987
    @kaywatkins2987 Рік тому +1

    Hi loving your Bloggs 😂
    We are heading to Samui in April
    We were there in September it’s my favourite island in Thailand
    Keep up your great videos your enthusiasm love it 🎉

  • @busguy149
    @busguy149 Рік тому

    Hey Chris I’m looking forward to seeing Piya and the nice folks at Sea Breeze bungalow in Lamai. Wish you were on the island when we arrive next weekend. Enjoy Chiang Mai 👍👍

  • @dallasjames3776
    @dallasjames3776 Рік тому

    Wow, wow, wow!!! 😮
    Thank you 🙏

  • @grovesey1000
    @grovesey1000 Рік тому

    I'm coming over end of January b.cannot wait

  • @user-ow6fq8fg9n
    @user-ow6fq8fg9n 6 місяців тому

    MAN I LOVED THAT VID THX SO MUCH REALLY GOT ME ITCHY TO GET BACK TO SAMUI - SO I AM WITH MY WIFE IN JAN TO HUNT DOWN SOMEWHERE TO HOPEFULLY LIVE SO ANY RECOMMENDATIONS ON NICE SPOTS TO FIND A VILLA TO BYE MUCH APPRECIATED. TAKE CARE MATE BEST WISHES AND CHILLS FROM MELBOURNE IN OZ DOM AND LORNA

  • @faranghomes
    @faranghomes Рік тому +7

    I actually preferred Koh Samui during 2020 😅 It was so peaceful

    • @galimir
      @galimir 7 місяців тому

      isnt it? The Murican dude wants his Murican Hooters(or whatever),stupid music and drunk parties 😂😂😂

  • @yojimbo8695
    @yojimbo8695 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm always on the look out for a new adventure.
    I'm thinking about taking a trip from Bangkok to Koh Samui on my 2023 Suzuki Hayabusa. I love traveling this way.
    J. Bond.

  • @BinhNguyen-tw8zo
    @BinhNguyen-tw8zo Рік тому

    Great job! I just walked by u today as you were walking with your family on Soi Ruam Ludee passing the Conrad. 🤔 shocking was that for me! Take care and cracking on...

  • @viktor.egelund
    @viktor.egelund Рік тому +18

    Today Bangkok Airways (PG) has *23* flights to BKK from Koh Samui. All sold out.

  • @FonzyODB
    @FonzyODB Рік тому

    I Really like your video's !! Thanks a lot. We are coming to lovely KOH SAMUI in August. Looking forward very much. Maybe we'll see you around ;) Cheeerio!