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Koh Samui
Koh Samui's allure to tourists began well over 20 years ago with the arriveal of the 'back -packer' who came seeking a unique tropical paradise. Hunting places where locals were friendly, life was simple, life was inexpensive not to forget relatively devoid of problems with authorities they found Samui. Contrary to the high society of Phuket, Koh Samui's population consisted of simple coconut farmer's and fisherman not tin barons and businessmen. Thus, Koh Samui quickly secured world wide fame as the ultimate traveler's paradise of Southeast Asia.
Today, surprisingly little has changed from those early days, as the charm of Koh Samui as well as the aimless unhurried lifestyle has remained largely intact. About the only noticeable changes today are the addition of an airport thankfully decorated with a tropical island feel and the building of several top class international resort hotels.
Considering that most dive sites are situated at least two hours by boat from the island and considering that water clearity is not something the island is noted for scuba diving is extraordinarily popular on the island. Koh Samui has developed into one of the main diver training centers in all of Southeast Asia. Most intruction is completed in the shallow water directly off the coast at Chaweng Beach, Coral Cove, or one of the other secluded little bays or beaches that decorates the island.
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