The transformative power of traditional Thai medicine in Koh Samui

If you can tear yourself from your pool, the resort offers a smorgasbord of sensory, physical and downright fun experiences designed to make even the most habitual lounger feel tempted to explore. There are Thai cooking classes, which I approached with heroic optimism and left with a renewed respect for anyone who can balance sweet, sour, salty and spicy without visibly panicking, plus yoga, Muay Thai sessions and a genuinely well-equipped 24-hour gym for those committed to earning their mango sticky rice. Water sports, from paddleboarding to private boat trips around the Gulf, are on hand, too.