🏝️ KOH SAMET – Thailand’s Laid-Back Island Escape! 🌴

Location: Rayong Province, Thailand Vibe: Chill | Beachy | Fun My Visit Spent a weekend on Koh Samet and loved every minute! It’s close to Bangkok, easy to get to, and packed with beautiful beaches, water sports, and cool nightlife. Perfect for relaxing or a bit of adventure. Not too crowded, just right! How to Get There 🚗 Drive or bus from Bangkok to Ban Phe Pier (about 3 hours)- bus +ferry 15$ ⛴️ Take the ferry (30–45 min) to Na Dan Pier, Koh Samet 🛺 Songthaew (shared taxi) or scooter rental to your beach/hotel What to Expect 🏖️ Sai Kaew Beach – biggest, most popular, lots of bars & water sports 🌊 Island hopping & snorkeling tours (from 400–1500 THB/person) 🔥 Fire shows at night (best at Ploy Talay, Sai Kaew Beach) 🍤 Fresh seafood & beachside restaurants 💆♂️ Thai massage on the sand 🛵 Easy to explore by scooter or songthaew 🧜♀️ Mermaid & fairy tale statues (Thai legends) Costs 🪙 Budget: $55–$126 (฿2,000–4,200) per day (food, hotel, activities) 🎟️ National Park fee: 200 THB (foreigners, one-time) 🏄♂️ Jet ski: ~1500 THB/30 min | Parasailing: ~1000 THB/8 min 🍽️ Meals: 80–300 THB 🛏️ Hotels from $45/night Pro Tips ☀️ Bring sunscreen – it gets hot! 🌅 Go early for quiet beaches 💸 Book hotels in advance (weekends get busy) 👀 Watch out for jet ski scams 📸 Great for photos, sunsets, and chill vibes Rating: 9/10 – A fun, easy island getaway with something for everyone. Perfect for a quick escape from the city! #summerbudgettrip #travel #beachlife