Koh Samui is more than just a resort destination with palm fringed beaches and spectacular scenery. When the sun goes down, the action begins. Go to any restaurant and have your fill of Thai food or international cuisine. Check out the vibrant entertainment scene and have a drink at any of the hundreds of bars, or explore the night market for some shopping.

As for shopping, the best bargains on the island can be found in outdoor stalls and shops. There's so much stuff to choose from. Clothes, souvenirs, trinkets, toys and handicrafts are just some of them. During the day, visit the villages of Chaweng, Nathon, Lamai and Maenam and explore their shopping districts. In Nathon, shops sell more than what you're looking for and are open all day.

If souvenir items of all sorts are what you are looking for, just walk along Chaweng Beach Road and you will find them on the streets starting at dusk until midnight. Here you can find watches, CDs, leathers to the beautifully handcrafted flower design items made from bathing soap. Lamai's main street has stalls but not as much as you can see in Chaweng. Rather, more are found in shops with locally made figurines and exquisite jars along with all kinds of goods.