
Driving in Thailand - Driving in the Rain in Thailand - Koh Samui Ring Road - Baan SomTum
A rainy drive around the full Koh Samui ring road from Lamai, with a stop at Baan SomTum in Nathon.
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A rainy drive around the full Koh Samui ring road from Lamai, with a stop at Baan SomTum in Nathon.
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Dave tries the Orange Wave Jet Ski Safari from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan, one of many water sports on offer.
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Dave taste tests Thai snacks from Tesco Lotus in Lamai, including shredded cuttlefish, a seaweed snack, and Double Pagoda groundnut.
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Dave eats at Big Bear Steak in Lamai, Koh Samui, a low cost, high quality restaurant by Crystal Bay.
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Dave travels under the Thailand Pass program from Arizona via San Diego and Tokyo to Bangkok and Koh Samui.
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Dave unboxes the DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo one week before flying to Thailand, the only drone he is bringing.
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An afternoon eating and relaxing at Jasmine Beach Resort on Lamai Beach, Koh Samui, with fantastic food and owners.
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Fishing at TopCats Fishing Resort on Koh Samui for ripsaw catfish, giant featherback, alligator gar, arapaima, and more.
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Visits to the Secret Buddha Garden and Khao Yai Waterfall on Koh Samui, plus a look at gas station options in Thailand.
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A group hike over the biggest mountains on Koh Samui, with snakes, a scorpion, and classic Thai hospitality.
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After the Phuket Sandbox, Dave travels from Koh Samui via Phuket and Singapore back to Los Angeles and Phoenix.
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A morning run turns into a walk on a south Lamai beach, with COVID updates and thoughts on life in Koh Samui.
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Dave’s archive account of an immigration visit on Koh Samui after he realized his permitted stay had ended.
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A day pass at the Renaissance Koh Samui Resort and Spa by Marriott on Lamai Beach, the family's favorite so far.
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A day at the OZO resort on Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, with food, resort views, and a COVID situation update.
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Dave and family travel from Phuket to Koh Samui after completing their 14 day Phuket Sandbox entry into Thailand.
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A tour of three must see Phuket temples, Wat Sri Sunthon, Wat Chalong, and the Big Buddha, plus Phuket Views Restaurant.
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A resort day pass at SAii Laguna Phuket on Bang Tao Beach, with the cost returned as food and beverage credit.
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