The spike in tourism to both destinations (and hotels) even became known as TheWhite Lotuseffect.
Feeding the gentle giants was a humbling experience I think the shows more ill-intentioned characters could benefit from.
After, I wandered to the neighboring fishermens village night market and nightly fire show atCoco Tamsbeach bar.
A Two Bedroom Villa at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort.Credit:Courtesy of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort
The striking vista was best experienced fromTreetop Tops Signature Restaurant, whereWhite Lotusfilmed.
The arched entry pathway lined with flaming torches is used in the show.
Aerial view of the main pool at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort.Courtesy of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort
Treehouse at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort.Courtesy of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort
The main lobby at Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas.PETER BAAS/Courtesy of Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
