Make it one of the locations on your ‘places to visit before I die' list. And believe me, the rates of accommodation there are to die for - honest! The options are plentiful. All through Thailand - be it Phuket or Pattaya or the coconut island - Koh Samui, the resorts and villas are just breathtaking. Even the most modest guesthouses are fitted out with all modern amenities. Since Thailand is a very popular destination for travellers the world over, you will be able to find some of the best hotels here. If planning properly, you will be able to get any location - Phuket, Pattaya or Samui best hotel rates online. Compare them and then make your travel plan accordingly. Your holiday will be absolutely perfect.

The beaches are the main attraction naturally. With the clear white sands and sapphire sea trimmed with coconut palms, the allure is irresistible. Apart from the scenic beauty, there are many options for water sports enthusiasts. Deep sea diving, swimming, snorkelling, undersea walks, sailing - it is all available. For the sightseers, the islands are very promising.

Towards the western coast, eight hundred odd kilometres south of Bangkok, lies the more commercialised island of Phuket. It is often called the pearl of the Andaman. It boasts of a rocky peninsular landscape, huge cliffs of limestone, pristine beaches, gorgeous bays and dense flora. Off the island you will be able to spot very curious phallic rock formations protruding out of the water like fingers on a hand. These are visible near all the islands that make up the archipelago around Thailand.

If you would rather cool your heels and enjoy all the activities at a less commercialised and sparsely populated place then it is recommended that you head towards the east coast of Thailand. Here is located the third largest island of Thailand, Koh Samui. Fast emerging as an alternative destination, Samui now houses some of the best luxury resorts and hotels and spas. Its international airport is considered one of the most beautiful in the world.

Samui has a lot to offer vacationers - you will be able to see interesting places like the huge 40 foot Buddha statue at Bangrak, the grandmother and grandfather rocks at Ban Hua Thanon, the mummy of the Buddhist monk at khunaram who predicted the date of his death, the 60 foot high Na Muang 1 falls and the more remote Na Muang 2 falls. The nightlife in Samui is quite popular with full moon parties at Ko Pha Ngan. Party lovers flock here to participate in the virtual high energy drinking and dancing marathon.

Samui offers a whole smorgasbord of Thai cuisine. The sea food will tickle the palette of the connoisseur. In fact the temptations don't end at the food; they just start there and extend all the way to the accommodation on Samui Island. These range from exotic luxury resorts to old time bungalows by the beach. There are some very exclusive lodging choices at the Tongsai Bay eco-resort like cottages, villas and apartments. Interestingly, every room has a bath on the balcony so you can enjoy the experience of an open-air bath. Before actually booking, you can check out the koh Samui best hotel rates from brochures and websites.