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there are plenty of operators who will take you to the same dive sites (at a greater
fee, of course).
Competition for Samui's five-star accommodation is fierce, which means that the
spas are of the highest calibre. The Spa Resort in Lamai is the island's original
health destination, and is still known for its effective 'clean me out' fasting regime.
100 DEGREES EAST
(
Diving
0 7742 5936;
www.100degreeseast.com
;
Bang Rak)
Highly recommended.
BLUE STARS
( 0 7741 3231;
www.bluestars.info
;
trips 2600B)
For those interested in snorkelling
and kayaking, book a day trip to the stunning Ang Thong Marine National Park.
Blue Stars, based in Hat Chaweng on Ko Samui, offers guided sea-kayak trips in
the park.
Kayaking, Snorkelling
Sleeping
Chaweng
JUNGLE CLUB $$
( 08 1894 2327;
www.jungleclubsamui.com
; bungalows 800-4500B; )
This isolated mountain getaway is a huge hit with locals and tourists alike. There's a
relaxed back-to-nature vibe - guests chill around the stunning horizon pool or tuck
themselves away for a catnap under the canopied roofs of an open-air
săh·lah
(of-
ten spelt
sala
). Taxis from the main road cost 50B; it's 100B from central Chaweng.
Bungalows
LIBRARY $$$
( 0 7742 2767;
www.thelibrary.name
; r from 13,300B; )
The entire re-
sort is a sparkling white mirage accented with black trimming and slatted curtains.
The large rectangular pool is not to be missed - it is tiled in piercing shades of red,
making the term 'bloodbath' suddenly seem appealing.
Resort
BAAN CHAWENG BEACH RESORT $$$
(
Resort
0 7742 2403;
www.baanchawengbeachresort.com
;
bungalows 3500-7000B;
)
A pleasant option for those who want top-end luxury without the hefty bill,
