It goes without saying that Thailand has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and Ko Samui is an island you absolutely can’t miss. Did you know that Ko Samui was largely unknown until the 70s when two young backpackers went on an adventure on a coconut boat and discovered this heaven on Earth? Today, Ko Samui is one of the preferred tourist destinations in the world, and many high-end resorts have spread their villas on the shores of this magnificent island.