Around half-way down Samui’s west coast, Nathon is a beach resort town that offers a glimpse of Thai-life beyond the beauty of the island’s beaches and rainforest landscapes. With plenty of shops and a seafront walking street on Saturdays and waterfront eateries too, Nathon also boasts a white-sand beach with clear waters that are perfect for families with youngsters who want to spend leisurely days swimming and lounging on the shores. An attractive part of town are the old wooden Chinese shophouses packed with eclectic wares Nathon retains is seaside character and as well as its street food, markets and restaurants is famed for its mesmerizing sunset views that are picture-perfect and best viewed from a luxury vacation villa. There are two piers from which visitors set off to explore the beauty of Ang Thong National Marine Park and a seafront promenade serving up an incredible array of seafood restaurants.