Ko Samet is a weekend get away for wealthy Bangkokians & hence fairly pricey. It's pretty but considering that the whole island is a National Park, the litter is dreadful. Also the people are not over friendly although the little community around our accommodation are lovely. For 3 days & nights now we have constantly heard the waves on the shore. Apart from our round island 'peed boat trip with snorkelling & 'feed the fishes'...

......Expect the Unexpected Left Penang island by ferry to return to Butterworth to catch the overnight train....arrived at the station with an hour to spare - no panic - only to find the train had been cancelled because of floods somewhere presumably in South Thailand, and no information when another train would be (or what day) - but don't worry we could have our money back! - so when the going gets tough!!!! Karina marches into the station...