Svetlana Cebanu

Svetlana Cebanu

Senior Cultural Content Curator

With over three decades dedicated to exploring cultures and storytelling, Svetlana Cebanu brings a wealth of experience and a discerning eye to Samui Love. Originally trained as an ethnographer, she has worked as a travel writer and local guide across Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia. Svetlana is celebrated for her meticulous research, heartfelt narratives, and infectious curiosity. Her deep appreciation for tradition and genuine love for people guide her in uncovering Koh Samui’s most authentic experiences, from family-run eateries to centuries-old temples. Colleagues and readers alike value her warm mentorship, generous spirit, and unwavering commitment to sharing the island’s lesser-known wonders.

This Beach Is Only Accessible at Low Tide
This Beach Is Only Accessible at Low Tide
October 22, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

This Beach Is Only Accessible at Low Tide: Discovering Koh Samui’s Hidden Gem There’s a...

I Got a Thai Haircut in Samui — Regret or Upgrade?
I Got a Thai Haircut in Samui — Regret or Upgrade?
October 15, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

I Got a Thai Haircut in Samui — Regret or Upgrade? There is a moment,...

How I Got Around Samui Without a Motorbike
How I Got Around Samui Without a Motorbike
September 21, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

How I Got Around Samui Without a Motorbike: Slow Island Days and Serendipitous Paths If...

This Sunrise Spot in Samui Is Worth Waking Up For
This Sunrise Spot in Samui Is Worth Waking Up For
September 9, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

There are places in the world where the sun’s first light feels like a quiet...

I Tried Samui’s Cheapest Massage — It Changed My Life
I Tried Samui’s Cheapest Massage — It Changed My Life
July 31, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

I Tried Samui’s Cheapest Massage — It Changed My Life By Svetlana Arrival in a...

How to Travel Koh Samui Without a Single Tourist Trap
How to Travel Koh Samui Without a Single Tourist Trap
July 29, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

How to Travel Koh Samui Without a Single Tourist Trap There are places in the...

How I Spent $10 a Day in Paradise — And Lived Like Royalty
How I Spent $10 a Day in Paradise — And Lived Like Royalty
July 28, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

How I Spent $10 a Day in Paradise — And Lived Like Royalty on Koh...

Why This Small Island Might Be Thailand’s Best Kept Secret
Why This Small Island Might Be Thailand’s Best Kept Secret
June 30, 2025 Svetlana Cebanu 0

Why This Small Island Might Be Thailand’s Best Kept Secret When you close your eyes...