I will be going in June as I was able to book the conrad at the lower points. was looking for some advice after reading here, tripadvisor, and wikipedia.

Trip from BKK to Samui. I see different posts about plane, train, or ferry. I see the air is about $280 right now on kayak for this summer. assuming it holds would be okay. What airlines/CC can you use miles for air? I saw flying blue, any others?

Car. Any recommendations on company. Read some negatives of some of the big names on island. Also saw some saying get the larger cars as the roads are hilly. not sure if talking about power, and need that much to get over hills or unsafe roads.

Price seems a little high for 5-6 day. was wondering if renting a car in another location and ferry in is good idea as some mentioned. Is it that much cheaper, and worth the trouble?

Any good deal sites for cars? (chase ultimate rewards does not show any). Would you rent for the whole trip to go out as I see some negative reviews on the dining on property. Would like to wander as well.

Sightseeing. Any good recommendations on places to go? It will be my wife and I. Any areas you need to be cautious of while wandering around?

Any good recommendations for dining in the Conrad area, or are you stuck driving a ways to get to good dining.

As well as clubs or nightlife. Anything in that area?

Boat trips from the hotel or other places? Snorkeling to other islands, or is there decent snorkeling on the island. hearing both in reading.


thanks for any advice.