The island of Ko-Samui is a perfect blend of Thai hospitality, beautiful Koh Samui holiday villas, ideal climate, fine white sandy beaches and a turquoise sea. If you want to get around on the island there are plenty of ways you can do it.Hiring a taxi is simple though not inexpensive but there are plenty available. The taxis are usually metered which solves the negotiating problem but it is always wise to get a price in advance. Cheaper than taxis and a lot less comfortable but immensely popular are the pickup trucks that are called songthaews. They simply pick up passengers and pile then in the back. It’s a lovely way to travel for relatively short journeys. If possible, it is advisable to avoid motorbike taxis but if you have to take one, make sure that you agree a price before climbing aboard. It is also advisable to always wear shoes and wearing a helmet is compulsory. A safer option and one that is much more fun, is to hire a motorbike yourself. The secret is to hire one with a very low cc as the slower you go the safer you will be. Motorcycle accidents are frequent so taking care and ...

Phuket is a large island and transport is definitely necessary for getting around - you couldn't walk from one end to the other. There are various means of transport you can take - some safer than others - if you decide not to rent a car or jeep to get from and to your Phuket holiday villa. MOTORCYCLE TAXISProbably the cheapest mode of transport for getting around the island is the motorcycle taxi. As you walk down the streets, taxi riders often call out offering their services. If you do decide to go by motorcycle taxi, it is advisable to get the fare for a journey confirmed in advance. It is also important to choose a motorcycle taxi driver who is licensed and is wearing a green vest with a number printed on it. Most important of all: wear shoes and wear a helmet. TUK TUKS ON PHUKETThe Tuk Tuks in Phuket are larger than the Tuk Tuks in Bangkok and have four wheels. They can take up to eight very slim passengers but they are expensive to use. It is important to get the fee confirmed in advance as even short journeys can seem extortionate. It is also equally ...