Koh Samui Island of Dreams Koh Samui is the 3rd largest Island in Thailand with 247 sq. km of luscious tropical land of the Southern Thailand rainforest turns into the white powder sands of the beach. Known all over the world for magnificent beaches, a laidback attitude to life and lush tropics, Koh Samui is a perfect emerald in a sapphire sea.

This lovely island is a sponge of culture encompassing southern Thailand and offering visitors endless activities and infinite opportunities to relax.

It�s the perfect retreat from the stress and worry of everyday life. [Nora Beach Resort and Spa] Nora Beach Resort and Spa New to this heaven is the Nora Beach Resort & Spa. Nora may just be starting off but friendly staff and its unique Southern Thai atmosphere is backed by hundreds of years of Thai hospitality. Nora is named after the traditional mystical dance of southern Thailand. It is hoped that the resort�s service and relaxed ambience will emulate the grace and charm of this ancient art of dance.

The resort enjoys a spectacular hillside setting, overlooking a secluded bay just north of the world-famous Chaweng Beach. Although only few minutes from the island�s boutique airport and a short drive from central Chaweng, Nora is secluded and private, a little village within lush gardens.

A Private Garden Guests of the Nora Beach Resort & Spa will feel transported back to the Siam of yesteryear. The architecture throughout the resort is a fusion of classical Thai style and contemporary luxuries.

The resort �s magnificent lobby is open-sided and invites cool sea breezes, scented by the lively greens of the surrounding gardens. One of the most charming features of the resort is the terraced stream, which runs from a pool in the lobby and gently flows through the grounds before plunging into a waterfall and mixing with the waters of the Thai gulf. As this lovely stream runs past your villa, the soothing sound of running water will gently lull you to sleep.

Service with a Smile Nora Beach Resort offers a full range of services to ensure that guests are able to relax and take home only happy memories of their visit. Everything, from laundry and flight bookings to baby-sitting services and Wireless Internet access services, is available to all. Transportation is a breez with limousine services and complimentary daily shuttle to Chaweng Beach. Nora also offers a venue for theme meetings, weddings and cocktail functions.

Large Swimming Pool, Pool Bar and Fitness It is down on the beachfront that Nora comes into its own as the ideal holiday destination for people of all ages. A stunning view of one of Samui�s most charming beaches, restaurants and bars serving delicious food and drinks and the island�s newest and most unique spas combine, to ensure that there is never a dull moment at Nora. The pool has its own Jacuzzi as well as a swim-up bar. Why not lie around on a sun lounger and read a favorite novel or simply take in the wonderful view of the Thai Gulf and the nearby island of Koh Pak Som? The pool area also stages many different activities and events so Nora�s guests can enjoy anything from southern Thai dancing and cultural displays to even an on-site floating market. More active holidaymakers might want to use Nora�s fully-equipped and air-conditioned gym, where Nora�s personal trainer helps guests to devise a work out program to suit them. Or why not take a swim in the warm waters or go snorkeling and admire some of the beautiful fish and colorful coral just offshore.

Samui�s style wedding Nora is proud to be the leading wedding planner on the island. We cherish the unison of two hearts that have found each other and are looking forward to spend the rest of their lives together. Nora provides the perfect venue for you and your partner to begin forever at. You can begin your walk together as one from Thai wedding ceremony or a tropical beach wedding. The Thai wedding ceremony begins with a spiritual binding common to all Buddhist ceremonies and proceeds to the exchange of ring and prayers and blessings from monks. Experience the best day of your lives in the exotic paradise island. Sparkling wine, candle lit dinners and breath taking themes are bound to make this special day memorable and an experience of a lifetime.

Culture and Comfort The resort�s luxurious villas and rooms are spacious and all offer wonderful views of the ocean or lush gardens. Traditional Thai silk and furnishings impart a Siamese flavour, while the modern fittings ensure that guests experience every possible comfort. The Nora has 113 rooms in Six different catergories. Southern Comfort All rooms at the Nora Beach Resort and Spa combine old-world charm with 20th century comforts.

Every room has its own flat screen TV with satellite access and the villas and suites even have their own DVD players, perfect for a lazy day in bed. Other amenities found in all rooms include, IDD telephone, in room safes, a fully stocked minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities, hairdryers and luxury bathrobes.