Tourism is now the mainstay of the island economy. Starting out as a backpackers destination in the 1970's to become the world famous tourist attraction it is today.

Samui now has all the amenities expected by the modern traveler.

Exclusive luxury resorts, designer boutiques, sporting activities, hundreds of restaurants and bars catering for all tastes and budgets.

In recent years many "Spa's' or "Well Being "centers have emerged, offering a wide variety of treatments ranging from Thai foot massage to colonic irrigation.