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.

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...

You’ve Been Swimming Wrong in Samui — Here’s Why

You’ve Been Swimming Wrong in Samui — Here’s Why

June 22, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

You’ve Been Swimming Wrong in Samui — Here’s Why If you’ve ever found yourself bobbing...

What Happens If You Get Sick in Samui? My Experience

What Happens If You Get Sick in Samui? My Experience

June 17, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

What Happens If You Get Sick in Samui? My Experience By Eustorgio The morning I...

How I Found the Perfect Jungle Villa in Samui for $25/Night

How I Found the Perfect Jungle Villa in Samui for $25/Night

June 16, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

How I Found the Perfect Jungle Villa in Samui for $25/Night (And Why You Should...

The Dark Side of Living in Koh Samui No One Talks About

The Dark Side of Living in Koh Samui No One Talks About

June 7, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

The Dark Side of Living in Koh Samui No One Talks About Ah, Koh Samui....

The Ultimate Bucket List for First-Time Samui Visitors

The Ultimate Bucket List for First-Time Samui Visitors

June 6, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

The Ultimate Bucket List for First-Time Samui Visitors By Vasilina Have you ever landed somewhere...

I Rode an Elephant in Samui — And Regret It

I Rode an Elephant in Samui — And Regret It

May 23, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

I Rode an Elephant in Samui — And Regret It The morning air in Koh...

Is Koh Samui Still Worth Visiting in 2025?

Is Koh Samui Still Worth Visiting in 2025?

May 20, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

Is Koh Samui Still Worth Visiting in 2025? Picture this: you’re standing barefoot on a...

What the Samui Weather Is Really Like (Month-by-Month)

What the Samui Weather Is Really Like (Month-by-Month)

May 12, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

What the Samui Weather Is Really Like (Month-by-Month): A Local’s Guide to Island Skies If...

This Beach Has a Hidden Cave You Can Swim Into

This Beach Has a Hidden Cave You Can Swim Into

May 12, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

This Beach Has a Hidden Cave You Can Swim Into: Dive into Adventure! If you’ve...

The Best Viewpoints in Samui You’ve Probably Missed

The Best Viewpoints in Samui You’ve Probably Missed

May 12, 2025 Fjolla Dine 0

The Best Viewpoints in Samui You’ve Probably Missed: A Sensory Guide to the Island’s Hidden...