Nazan Köroğlu

Nazan Köroğlu

Senior Island Culture & Culinary Curator

Nazan Köroğlu is a seasoned cultural curator and culinary guide with over four decades of travel and hospitality experience across Southeast Asia. After an early career in journalism and cultural studies, she moved into boutique hospitality management and later specialized in island cultures, foodways, and sustainable tourism. Nazan has lived for extended periods on several islands, conducting oral-history interviews with local cooks, documenting recipes, and collaborating with community projects that preserve traditional crafts and coastal ecosystems. Her expertise blends ethnographic research, hands-on culinary knowledge, and practical travel logistics. She is patient, observant, and wryly humorous, with a knack for finding quiet alleyway eateries and telling the human stories behind popular spots. At Samui Love she curates itineraries, writes in-depth features on local eateries and customs, and advises on community-first tourism initiatives, always prioritizing respect for local communities and authentic experiences.

This Hidden Jungle Bar in Samui Blew My Mind
This Hidden Jungle Bar in Samui Blew My Mind
March 9, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Koh Samui has a way of slipping under your skin — soft limestone cliffs, coconut...

I Thought This Beach in Samui Was Fake
I Thought This Beach in Samui Was Fake
March 8, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

There’s a kind of disbelief you get the first time you step onto Chaweng Beach...

Where to See Elephants Ethically in Koh Samui
Where to See Elephants Ethically in Koh Samui
March 1, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Where to See Elephants Ethically in Koh Samui: A Friendly Guide for Animal Lovers If...

What It’s Like to Stay in a Jungle Villa in Samui
What It’s Like to Stay in a Jungle Villa in Samui
February 22, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

What It’s Like to Stay in a Jungle Villa in Samui: A Symphony of Cicadas...

Samui’s Most Scenic Restaurants With a View
Samui’s Most Scenic Restaurants With a View
February 14, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Samui’s Most Scenic Restaurants With a View: A Feast for the Eyes (and the Stomach!)...

Where to Rent a Motorbike in Koh Samui
Where to Rent a Motorbike in Koh Samui
January 28, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Where to Rent a Motorbike in Koh Samui: A Gentle Guide to Island Freedom There’s...

Koh Samui for Solo Travelers: Safety, Tips, and Fun
Koh Samui for Solo Travelers: Safety, Tips, and Fun
January 6, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Koh Samui for Solo Travelers: Safety, Tips, and Fun Ah, Koh Samui—Thailand’s lush, palm-fringed island...

What to Pack for a Trip to Koh Samui in 2025
What to Pack for a Trip to Koh Samui in 2025
January 3, 2026 Nazan Köroğlu 0

What to Pack for a Trip to Koh Samui in 2025: The Ultimate Eurico Guide...

Best Sunset Spots in Koh Samui for Instagram-Worthy Views
Best Sunset Spots in Koh Samui for Instagram-Worthy Views
December 17, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Best Sunset Spots in Koh Samui for Instagram-Worthy Views There is a moment every evening...

Top 10 Koh Samui Luxury Resorts With Ocean Views
Top 10 Koh Samui Luxury Resorts With Ocean Views
December 14, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Top 10 Koh Samui Luxury Resorts With Ocean Views: A Sun-Kissed Guide to Island Indulgence...

I Stayed in a Samui Hostel With a Slide to the Pool
I Stayed in a Samui Hostel With a Slide to the Pool
November 27, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

I Stayed in a Samui Hostel With a Slide to the Pool: Sun-Kissed Mornings and...

You’ve Never Seen Thai Street Food Like This: A Stroll Through Koh Samui
You’ve Never Seen Thai Street Food Like This: A Stroll Through Koh Samui
November 20, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

If you close your eyes and picture Thailand, what comes to mind? White sand beaches,...

I Tried Thai Whiskey With Fishermen in Samui: A Night on the Island’s Edges
I Tried Thai Whiskey With Fishermen in Samui: A Night on the Island’s Edges
November 17, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

If you ask most travelers about Koh Samui, they’ll paint you a picture of swaying...

I Rode a Tuk-Tuk Around Samui — Regret or Fun?
I Rode a Tuk-Tuk Around Samui — Regret or Fun?
November 14, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

I Rode a Tuk-Tuk Around Samui — Regret or Fun? There’s a certain magic to...

The Best Hotels in Samui With Private Infinity Pools
The Best Hotels in Samui With Private Infinity Pools
November 11, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

The Best Hotels in Samui With Private Infinity Pools: A Dreamer’s Guide There is a...

A Mummified Monk, a Mango Smoothie, and the Subtle Magic of Koh Samui
A Mummified Monk, a Mango Smoothie, and the Subtle Magic of Koh Samui
November 10, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

It’s an odd thing, realizing that some of my favorite travel moments began with a...

What No One Tells You About the Samui Airport
What No One Tells You About the Samui Airport
October 17, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

What No One Tells You About the Samui Airport: A Traveler’s Whispered Secret There are...

How to Survive a Rainy Day in Samui
How to Survive a Rainy Day in Samui
October 4, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

How to Survive a Rainy Day in Samui: A Guide to Tropical Downpours and Unexpected...

This Samui Rooftop Has the Best Sunset Cocktails: A Toast to Koh Samui’s Golden Hour
This Samui Rooftop Has the Best Sunset Cocktails: A Toast to Koh Samui’s Golden Hour
September 19, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

If you think paradise is just about powdery beaches and swaying palms, let me introduce...

I Took a Thai Language Class in Samui — Here’s What I Learned
I Took a Thai Language Class in Samui — Here’s What I Learned
September 15, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

There’s a moment, usually just after dawn, when Koh Samui sighs awake. The salty breeze...

The Most Breathtaking Views in Samui You Didn’t Know About
The Most Breathtaking Views in Samui You Didn’t Know About
September 14, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

The Most Breathtaking Views in Samui You Didn’t Know About By Tsvetomir When you think...

You Won’t Believe This Villa Has a Waterslide
You Won’t Believe This Villa Has a Waterslide
September 7, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

You Won’t Believe This Villa Has a Waterslide: Koh Samui’s Playful, Soulful Side It’s early...

The Most Beautiful Samui Beaches That Aren’t on Google Maps
The Most Beautiful Samui Beaches That Aren’t on Google Maps
September 5, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

The Most Beautiful Samui Beaches That Aren’t on Google Maps There’s a certain delight in...

This Local Fish Market in Samui Changed How I Eat
This Local Fish Market in Samui Changed How I Eat
September 3, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

If you had told me a year ago that a simple Thai fish market would...

I Spent 24 Hours at a Detox Retreat — Here’s What Happened
I Spent 24 Hours at a Detox Retreat — Here’s What Happened
August 27, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

I Spent 24 Hours at a Detox Retreat in Koh Samui — Here’s What Happened...

Samui’s Secret Coffee Shop Hidden in the Mountains
Samui’s Secret Coffee Shop Hidden in the Mountains
August 26, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Samui’s Secret Coffee Shop Hidden in the Mountains: A Journey Above the Palm Fronds If...

Samui Locals Share Their Favorite Hidden Gems
Samui Locals Share Their Favorite Hidden Gems
August 2, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Samui Locals Share Their Favorite Hidden Gems: A Personal Guide to Koh Samui’s Secret Corners...

Where to Eat Like a Local in Samui
Where to Eat Like a Local in Samui
July 24, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

Where to Eat Like a Local in Samui: A Feast for the Senses The first...

I Tried Thai Street Food in Samui and This Happened
I Tried Thai Street Food in Samui and This Happened
July 23, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

By Mehrzad If you’ve ever daydreamed of palm-fringed beaches, scooter rides down sun-splashed roads, and...

The Weirdest Souvenirs You Can Buy in Samui
The Weirdest Souvenirs You Can Buy in Samui
July 13, 2025 Nazan Köroğlu 0

The Weirdest Souvenirs You Can Buy in Samui: A Treasure Hunt for the Bold &...