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The Isle of Ko Samet

 

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The beaches of Thailand are world famous for their beautiful coasts, azure blue waters and relatively unspoiled settings. Surprisingly, Ko Samet, the island closest to Bangkok (2.5 hours drive), where millions of Thailand tourists arrive to begin their holiday travels, is still compatively unknown.

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Published on 12/29/04

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