For our first full day in Koh Samui, we had a little bit of a late start due to the rain and the fact that I stayed out a bit late the night before. Once the rain stopped, we decided to take a cab over to the Fisherman’s Village area.
There are many restaurants and shops to pass away your time and money. Souvenirs such as clothing, carvings and purses (and just about anything else you can think of) can be found in great abundance.
Unlike Chaweng Beach, it seems to be an older crowd and little or none of the nightlife. It also felt less congested than Chaweng.
The beach area looked nice…clean and calm and there were places to rent jet skis and other watercraft. On a clear day, you can see over to Koh Phangan.
There are some tailors to have items of clothing made. A particular dress in the window of Armani Tailors caught my friends’ eye. I think it started out as curiosity, but before long they were picking out fabric and being measured for their custom dress. Jimmy, the owner, instructed them to come back he next evening for a fitting. The dress would be ready on the day after. I can say that they were very pleased with the end result.
You can get to the Fisherman’s Village by cab or by songthaew (tuk tuk). We were quoted 450 baht and wondered if this was a good price. However, it seems that this is a fixed price between Chaweng Beach and this area, as we saw a sign in Fishermans Village stating prices to various areas.
I would recommend coming to this area if not staying nearby for a change of pace.
Coming during the latter part of the afternoon, you could enjoy walking around while temperatures are cooling and then stay for a nice dinner along the waterfront.
And…if the mood strikes, order a new wardrobe.
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