Moving to Koh Samui

19/07/2026

So, I spent much of last week updating my Moving to Koh Samui book and giving the cover a refresh.

What a pain in the arse, to be honest. Not the cover, GPT helped me with that, but going back through the entire book, bringing everything up to date and republishing it.

Anyway, it is done.

I’m happy with the result and even happier that it has already started generating a few sales. Seven so far, so it hasn’t troubled the bestseller lists just yet, but every journey starts with a single step. Unless you’re on a scooter, of course, in which case it usually starts with a wobble.

It probably won’t make me rich, but it is genuinely nice that people are interested enough to buy it, have a read and, hopefully, get some value from it.

I’ve put the link in the comments for anyone interested in having a look.

Cheers
Dave

28/04/2026

If you workonline, one of the first questions is simple: how good is the internet in Koh Samui, and what does it cost?After living here, I wrote a practical guide covering fibre, mobile plans, backup options and what catchesnewcomers out. If you're planning a move, happy to answer questions.

05/04/2026

If you are interested in seeing what shopping can be like on Koh Samui, in comments you'll find a link to a YouTube video on Central Samui.

05/04/2026

Just over a week to go to Songkran again. This was in Chaweng a couple of years ago. What a day!!

Songkran, Thailands New years big party everywhere in Thailand no less do on Koh Samui. As you can probably tell it’s a water festival so be prepared to get ...

23/03/2026

The “holiday vs reality”

Everyone thinks moving to Thailand is just sunsets and cocktails.
And to be fair…

there are a lot of sunsets and cocktails.

But there’s also:

Trying to work out why your internet just stopped working

Figuring out if you can drink the tap water

Learning that “yes” doesn’t always mean yes

And discovering that scooters appear to follow no known laws of physics

Living here is brilliant.

…but it’s not the same as visiting.

That gap between expectation and reality is where most people come unstuck.

I’ve made most of the mistakes already, so you don’t have to.
That’s pretty much what my book is about.

21/07/2025

🏝️ Thinking of swapping the 9–5 grind for sunsets and scooters?

We’ve crunched the numbers and lived the life — here’s our straight-up guide to what it really costs to live on Koh Samui in 2025.

From rent and groceries to gyms, massages, medical care and the odd overpriced steak (which we didn’t order) — this guide covers it all. No fluff, no travel blogger nonsense. Just real prices and personal experience.

💡Includes:
✅ Rental costs (from apartments to luxury villas)
✅ Grocery + dining prices (and where it’s cheaper to eat out than cook)
✅ Gym, yoga, massage, and even paddle tennis
✅ Fuel, insurance, utilities, and more
✅ What we spend each month as a couple living here full-time

If Koh Samui’s on your radar, this might help you decide whether to book a holiday or pack your bags.

📖 Read the full post here:
👉 https://www.samuijanerealty.com/my-real-estate-journey-koh-samui/koh-samui-cost-of-living-2025-guide

Got questions? Happy to share what we’ve learned, just drop us a message.

Thinking of moving to Koh Samui? Here’s what it really costs to live here in 2025 — from rent and groceries to gyms, massages, and medical care. A straight-talking guide based on local experience.

15/07/2025

Greetings. If you are interested in finding out what we love about owning a property in Koh Samui and what the different property ownership options are, you might be interested in this blog.

Thinking of buying property on Koh Samui? Learn about leasehold and freehold options for foreigners, plus the lifestyle and investment potential of owning a villa or condo on Thailand’s island paradise.

15/07/2025

🏝️ Ever thought about buying a place on Koh Samui?

I’ve just published a new blog that breaks down how foreigners can actually own property here — what’s legal, what’s smart, and what kind of returns are possible.

✅ Leasehold villas (up to 30 years, often extendable)
✅ Freehold condos under the 49% foreigner quota
✅ Returns of 10%+ on the right properties
✅ Capital gains potential for off-plan buyers

But it’s not just about the numbers. It’s about owning your own tropical retreat — a winter escape, a lifestyle reset, or even part of your retirement plan.

There’s also a good bit about daily life here too — beaches, markets, Thai food, climate — all the reasons people fall in love with the island.

👉 Read it here:
https://www.samuijanerealty.com/my-real-estate-journey-koh-samui/buying-property-on-koh-samui

Got questions? Drop them in the comments or message me — always happy to help.

Thinking of buying property on Koh Samui? Learn about leasehold and freehold options for foreigners, plus the lifestyle and investment potential of owning a villa or condo on Thailand’s island paradise.