We cycled around rice paddies outside Bangkok, took cooking classes, visited night markets and temples, admired golden buddhas, watched breathtaking sunsets, and snorkelled in the crystal clear waters around Koh Phangan - all unforgettable experiences.
I visited tropical island paradise from The White Lotus that's 28C in February My trip to Thailand 15 years ago with a mate is still a cherished memory.
It's a favourite among travellers and with the third season of The White Lotus partially filmed at the Four Seasons Hotel on the island, its popularity is set to soar, reports the Express.
The Banyan Tree Samui resort's whitewashed villas cascade down tropical jungle slopes to an infinity pool, offering stunning views over a private bay in Lamai.
I wondered if a return trip to the Land of Smiles, courtesy of the recently reinstated British Airways direct route from Gatwick to Bangkok, could match those fond memories?.
