Koh Phangan is a resort island neighbouring Koh Samui and it draws thousands of backpackers to its famous full moon parties.

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Koh Phangan is a resort island, neighbouring Koh Samui, which draws thousands of backpackers to its famous full moon parties on Haad Rin.

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Kamalaya Wellness Retreat and Holistic Spa is tucked away in the southeastern Thai island of Koh Samui.

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Derek Gent, 69, and Michael Holmes, 68, of Rochdale, were walking on the island of Koh Samui when a crash involving several cars happened on Saturday.

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Some 13, 000 holidaymakers are said to have been stranded on Koh Samui alone, according to the island's tourism association.

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