Zehua Shu

Zehua Shu

Cultural Experience Curator

Zehua Shu brings over a decade of cross-cultural journalism and travel writing to Samui Love. Raised in a family of linguists, he developed a keen curiosity for local traditions and untold stories. Zehua has a master's degree in anthropology and has lived in Southeast Asia for several years, immersing himself in local communities. His meticulous research, genuine warmth, and knack for connecting people with places make him a trusted guide to Koh Samui’s authentic experiences.

This Is the Cheapest Place to Stay in Samui
This Is the Cheapest Place to Stay in Samui
October 14, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

This Is the Cheapest Place to Stay in Samui: A Shoestring Dreamer’s Guide When the...

I Got a Sak Yant Tattoo in Samui — Here’s the Story
I Got a Sak Yant Tattoo in Samui — Here’s the Story
October 12, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Koh Samui is the kind of island that makes you want to stay up late,...

Why This Samui Beach Bar Is the Hottest Spot Right Now
Why This Samui Beach Bar Is the Hottest Spot Right Now
September 28, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Why This Samui Beach Bar Is the Hottest Spot Right Now There’s an hour on...

This Place Has the Best Pad Thai on the Island
This Place Has the Best Pad Thai on the Island
September 16, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

This Place Has the Best Pad Thai on Koh Samui By Zehua Arrival: Where the...

What It’s Like to Meditate With Monks in Samui
What It’s Like to Meditate With Monks in Samui
September 2, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

What It’s Like to Meditate With Monks in Samui: A Journey Into Stillness Koh Samui...

The Best Places in Samui to Escape the Crowds
The Best Places in Samui to Escape the Crowds
August 28, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

The Best Places in Samui to Escape the Crowds: Hidden Sanctuaries on a Beloved Thai...

Samui’s Secret Coffee Shop Hidden in the Mountains
Samui’s Secret Coffee Shop Hidden in the Mountains
August 26, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

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

Why You Should Visit Samui in the Off-Season
Why You Should Visit Samui in the Off-Season
August 5, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Why You Should Visit Koh Samui in the Off-Season: A Different Shade of Paradise If...

7 Things Tourists Do in Samui That Locals Hate
7 Things Tourists Do in Samui That Locals Hate
July 26, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

7 Things Tourists Do in Samui That Locals Hate (And How to Be a Better...

Where to Eat Like a Local in Samui
Where to Eat Like a Local in Samui
July 24, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

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

Samui’s Most Romantic Spots to Watch the Sunset
Samui’s Most Romantic Spots to Watch the Sunset
July 16, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Samui’s Most Romantic Spots to Watch the Sunset By Zehua There’s an alchemy to a...

How to Meet Locals in Samui (Without Being Weird)
How to Meet Locals in Samui (Without Being Weird)
July 7, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

How to Meet Locals in Koh Samui (Without Being Weird): A Guide to Genuine Connections...

This Night Market Only Locals Know About
This Night Market Only Locals Know About
July 5, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

This Night Market Only Locals Know About: Lanterns, Laughter, and the Secret Pulse of the...

This Samui Temple Has a 360° Island View
This Samui Temple Has a 360° Island View
July 3, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

This Samui Temple Has a 360° Island View: A Journey to Wat Phra Yai’s Secret...

The Best Island Tours from Samui — Ranked by Locals
The Best Island Tours from Samui — Ranked by Locals
June 25, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

The Best Island Tours from Samui — Ranked by Locals When the dawn blushes over...

What It’s Like to Get a Bamboo Tattoo in Samui
What It’s Like to Get a Bamboo Tattoo in Samui
June 4, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

What It’s Like to Get a Bamboo Tattoo in Samui: Ink, Island, and Intimacy The...

Is Koh Samui Better Than Phuket? We Settled the Debate
Is Koh Samui Better Than Phuket? We Settled the Debate
June 1, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Is Koh Samui Better Than Phuket? We Settled the Debate. I still remember the way...

This Rooftop Bar in Samui Has a Secret Entrance
This Rooftop Bar in Samui Has a Secret Entrance
May 25, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

This Rooftop Bar in Samui Has a Secret Entrance—Here’s How to Find It (and Why...

Is Koh Samui Safe? What Tourists Really Need to Know
Is Koh Samui Safe? What Tourists Really Need to Know
May 24, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Is Koh Samui Safe? What Tourists Really Need to Know Let’s begin with a confession:...

10 Hidden Beaches in Koh Samui You’ve Never Heard Of
10 Hidden Beaches in Koh Samui You’ve Never Heard Of
May 18, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

10 Hidden Beaches in Koh Samui You’ve Never Heard Of There’s an old saying in...

Why Backpackers Are Skipping Koh Phangan for Samui
Why Backpackers Are Skipping Koh Phangan for Samui
May 12, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

Why Backpackers Are Skipping Koh Phangan for Samui: A Story of Shifting Tides and Island...

What the Samui Weather Is Really Like (Month-by-Month)
What the Samui Weather Is Really Like (Month-by-Month)
May 12, 2025 Zehua Shu 0

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