Fjolla Dine

Senior Island Content Curator

Fjolla Dine is a seasoned travel storyteller with over 25 years of experience crafting immersive guides and cultural features for island destinations. Originally trained in journalism and cultural anthropology, she has spent the past decade living between Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean, researching local foodways, coastal ecology, and community-led tourism initiatives. At Samui Love she leads editorial planning for beach guides, culinary trails, and hidden-gem series, drawing on hands-on research, interviews with local artisans and fishermen, and long walks along lesser-known shorelines. Energetic and patient, Fjolla combines meticulous fact-checking with a warm curiosity that puts locals at ease. She values sustainable travel, clear practical advice for visitors, and storytelling that elevates everyday people and places.

Best Places in Koh Samui for Couples to Relax

Best Places in Koh Samui for Couples to Relax

March 4, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Koh Samui is one of those islands that sneaks up on you: one moment you’re...

How to Avoid Tourist Traps in Koh Samui

How to Avoid Tourist Traps in Koh Samui

February 27, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

How to Avoid Tourist Traps in Koh Samui: A Gentle Guide for the Curious Traveler...

Best Souvenirs to Buy in Koh Samui

Best Souvenirs to Buy in Koh Samui

February 21, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Best Souvenirs to Buy in Koh Samui: Treasures of the Island to Bring Home Koh...

Where to Find the Best Thai Food in Samui

Where to Find the Best Thai Food in Samui

February 17, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Where to Find the Best Thai Food in Koh Samui: A Culinary Journey If you...

Cheapest Bungalows You Can Rent on the Beach in Koh Samui: Your Guide to Island Paradise on a Budget

Cheapest Bungalows You Can Rent on the Beach in Koh Samui: Your Guide to Island Paradise on a Budget

February 16, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Let’s set the scene: salty breeze in your hair, the gentle crunch of sand beneath...

Best Hostels in Koh Samui for Backpackers

Best Hostels in Koh Samui for Backpackers

February 10, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Best Hostels in Koh Samui for Backpackers: Eustorgio’s Guide to Island Bliss There’s a special...

What Not to Do in Koh Samui: Tourist Mistakes to Avoid

What Not to Do in Koh Samui: Tourist Mistakes to Avoid

February 6, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

What Not to Do in Koh Samui: Tourist Mistakes to Avoid By Vasilina The moment...

How to Visit Ang Thong Marine Park from Samui

How to Visit Ang Thong Marine Park from Samui

February 4, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

How to Visit Ang Thong Marine Park from Koh Samui: A Slow Journey into Blue...

Where to Stay in Samui for Digital Nomads

Where to Stay in Samui for Digital Nomads

January 25, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Where to Stay in Koh Samui for Digital Nomads: Finding Your Island Workspace There’s a...

Top Adventure Tours in Koh Samui You’ll Love

Top Adventure Tours in Koh Samui You’ll Love

January 22, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Top Adventure Tours in Koh Samui You’ll Love: A Gentle Guide to Island Thrills Nestled...

The Best Luxury Spas in Koh Samui for 2025: Indulgence Island Style

The Best Luxury Spas in Koh Samui for 2025: Indulgence Island Style

January 19, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

If you think of Koh Samui and your mind races straight to sun-drenched beaches and...

Lamai Beach Guide: Where to Eat, Stay, and Explore

Lamai Beach Guide: Where to Eat, Stay, and Explore

January 11, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Lamai Beach Guide: Where to Eat, Stay, and Explore on Koh Samui There is a...

Koh Samui Travel Tips You Need Before You Go

Koh Samui Travel Tips You Need Before You Go

January 4, 2026 Fjolla Dine 0

Koh Samui Travel Tips You Need Before You Go: A Friendly Guide to Thailand’s Island...

How to Plan the Perfect Honeymoon in Koh Samui

How to Plan the Perfect Honeymoon in Koh Samui

December 29, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

How to Plan the Perfect Honeymoon in Koh Samui: A Love Letter to Island Life...

Romantic Things to Do in Koh Samui for Couples

Romantic Things to Do in Koh Samui for Couples

December 28, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Romantic Things to Do in Koh Samui for Couples: A Measured Guide to Island Enchantment...

Family-Friendly Activities to Do in Koh Samui

Family-Friendly Activities to Do in Koh Samui

December 24, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Family-Friendly Activities to Do in Koh Samui: Sun, Sand, and Smiles for All Ages If...

Best Beaches in Koh Samui You Shouldn’t Miss in 2025

Best Beaches in Koh Samui You Shouldn’t Miss in 2025

December 8, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Best Beaches in Koh Samui You Shouldn’t Miss in 2025: Sun, Serenity, and the Subtle...

How to Volunteer With Animals in Samui

How to Volunteer With Animals in Samui

November 16, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

How to Volunteer With Animals in Samui: A Heartfelt Guide for Animal Lovers If you’ve...

The Most Instagram-Worthy Spots in Samui: A Photo-Lover’s Guide to Paradise

The Most Instagram-Worthy Spots in Samui: A Photo-Lover’s Guide to Paradise

November 15, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Ah, Koh Samui—the shimmering jewel of the Gulf of Thailand. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer,...

I Took a Digital Detox in Samui and This Happened

I Took a Digital Detox in Samui and This Happened

November 4, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

There are certain places where time seems to slip its leash and roam free, where...

I Found the Best Smoothie Bowl on the Island

I Found the Best Smoothie Bowl on the Island

October 2, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

I Found the Best Smoothie Bowl on the Island: A Slow Morning on Koh Samui...

These Samui Markets Are a Photographer’s Dream

These Samui Markets Are a Photographer’s Dream

September 27, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

These Samui Markets Are a Photographer’s Dream: A Visual Feast on Koh Samui When you...

This Samui Café Serves Coffee With a View of Elephants

This Samui Café Serves Coffee With a View of Elephants

September 13, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

This Samui Café Serves Coffee With a View of Elephants: A Gentle Morning at Samui...

I Found a Hidden Lagoon While Hiking in Samui

I Found a Hidden Lagoon While Hiking in Samui

September 12, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

I Found a Hidden Lagoon While Hiking in Samui By Vasilina The Island That Whispers...

Is Samui Overrated in 2025? The Truth

Is Samui Overrated in 2025? The Truth

September 10, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Is Samui Overrated in 2025? The Truth About Thailand’s Iconic Island Koh Samui. Just saying...

This Floating Bar in Samui Is Only Accessible by Kayak

This Floating Bar in Samui Is Only Accessible by Kayak

September 1, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

This Floating Bar in Samui Is Only Accessible by Kayak: An Ode to Adventure and...

How to Travel Thailand Without Leaving Koh Samui

How to Travel Thailand Without Leaving Koh Samui

August 30, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

How to Travel All of Thailand—Without Ever Leaving Koh Samui Hey fellow travelers! If you’ve...

The Shocking Truth About Samui’s Night Markets

The Shocking Truth About Samui’s Night Markets

July 18, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

The Shocking Truth About Samui’s Night Markets: More Than Just Pad Thai and Trinkets! Hey,...

The Most Instagrammable Cafes in Samui Right Now

The Most Instagrammable Cafes in Samui Right Now

July 14, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

The Most Instagrammable Cafes in Samui Right Now: A Traveler’s Daydream There is a certain...

I Spent a Night in a Beachfront Hut for $15 — Worth It?

I Spent a Night in a Beachfront Hut for $15 — Worth It?

July 2, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

I Spent a Night in a Beachfront Hut for $15 — Worth It? The night...