Bungalows in Koh Phangan, Koh Samui, and hotels in Bangkok

Hello and happy New Year, We’re two friends heading to Thailand for 11 days in February. It’s not much time, so we’re looking for great tips on mid-range accommodations, sights, restaurants, bars, and beautiful beaches in Bangkok. I’m thinking Koh Phangan, probably on the west coast, preferably a bungalow, and we’re still undecided about Koh Samui. So if you’ve got any good addresses, we’re all ears!

Since you don’t have much time—or unless you’re really looking for the hippie island vibe —make the most of Koh Samui with your 11 days, especially considering the flight transfers given how few days you have :)

Thanks! And which spots would you recommend in Koh Samui—hotels, beaches, sights, please?

I just got back from Koh Phangan and Samui, and without a doubt, I’d stay in Phangan again. It’s quieter, more beautiful, and cheaper than Samui. Now, Chaweng is pretty lively, though. It really depends on what you're looking for!

Which places would you recommend in Koh Samui—hotels, beaches, sights—please?

Hi there, Our "island" getaway favorite, tips, and video: http://voyageurasie-soleillevant.blogspot.com/2014/02/koh-tan-si-pres-et-si-loin-de-la-foule.html

In video, pick your beach based on your tastes: http://voyageurasie-soleillevant.blogspot.com/2014/02/samui-choisissez-en-3-la-plage-qui-vous.html

Bars Fun night out in Lamai (Saturday night only), guaranteed vibe, no worries for solo girls: http://voyageurasie-soleillevant.blogspot.com/2013/08/bars-ladies-thai-boxing-et-ladies-bar-hd.html

Hi, is this still up to date?