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Hmmm, Andara is mentioned again.
Phuket should have better weather in November than Samui. FS Samui gets mixed reviews.
Andara is a topic of conversation all of a sudden.
Amanpuri and Trisara are, usually, well regarded.
I can't help you with Andara.I will visit (not stay) in november but thats too late for you.