Samui Coconut Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I am sure that there are similar threads like mine, however, what do we REALLY need on Samui to make this island world class......??? Everyone will agree on better infrastructure, but what else could the island do with....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooo Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I am sure that there are similar threads like mine, however, what do we REALLY need on Samui to make this island world class......???Everyone will agree on better infrastructure, but what else could the island do with....... Road drainage, well underway. Garbage collection improved, with lots more bins around the place. Need to maybe adhere to building codes & zoning regulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pdaz Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Don't need any of it... Samui needs to be returned to the peaceful island paradise it was back in the 80's.. Anyone who needs all the mod cons of city life should live in a city and leave the islands alone.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotlost Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Don't need any of it... Samui needs to be returned to the peaceful island paradise it was back in the 80's.. Anyone who needs all the mod cons of city life should live in a city and leave the islands alone.. First time there was 95 second time 2000 no plane to return the charm is gone. To Meany problems all negative. World class????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelomsak Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 What class are you looking for? It appears to me in the world people with money and class are seeking quiet places away from the crowds. They have already left Koh Samui and live else where. Are we talking tourist town when you say world class? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boater Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 a civil service shake up is also needed, as well as taxi's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samui Coconut Posted October 26, 2009 Author Share Posted October 26, 2009 You may or you may not be aware that there is presently a study carried out by Chulalongkorn University in regards to future planning of Koh Samui. The professor in charge who I met again this morning has asked me what would be needed to make Samui a better place to live for us residents (Thai and foreign) and for visiting tourists (Thai and foreign). This study also includes Phangan and the re-design of Thongsala area/pier and the Marina in Samui. So if there is anything which comes to mind then you may post it. If you have nothing to say then just do so. There will be a public hearing within the next 6 weeks and once I know the date I will advise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorade Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Don't need any of it... Samui needs to be returned to the peaceful island paradise it was back in the 80's.. Anyone who needs all the mod cons of city life should live in a city and leave the islands alone.. So your criteria is the 80's, others might think 60's or 70's. Apart from detonating a Daisy cutter over the place how would you go about returning it to the pristine condition of your dreams? Seriously.... I think that there should be a proper study as regards the supporting infrastructure for Samui. It is obvious that we are on a knife edge as regards water and electricity and this will not improve with the present rate of unconstrained development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maccaroni man Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 meter taxi, law and order, proper zoning, 1000 baht air fare, a good start Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotlost Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 How about a new island ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosh Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 meter taxi, law and order, proper zoning, 1000 baht air fare, a good start No taxi, max speed 50 km/h, air fare minimum 5000b, no new building for 10 years, bar lower sound after midnight...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebarattonsamui Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I am sure that there are similar threads like mine, however, what do we REALLY need on Samui to make this island world class......???Everyone will agree on better infrastructure, but what else could the island do with....... no more mafia (taxi, jetski, drugs, murder, etc). no more robbing and raping (including tourists)...no more shootings. TRAFFIC...slow them all down and get some sanity there....speed limits and aggressively ticket/arrest those who violate speed and traffic safety laws. make foreigner investment realistic and secure...100% ownership of condominiums, leases that are secure and for 99 years...for starters!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeesipha Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Samui needs a DECENT nightclub if that helps you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebarattonsamui Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Samui needs a DECENT nightclub if that helps you out. have no idea what decent night club = but if it is inside and does not keep everyone else on the island up all night I agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maccaroni man Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 turn the beach road in chewang starting from scb to lamdin rd into a walking street after 1800 hrs, with possibly only a free shuttle making round trips from one end to the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazygourmet Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 A second airport... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosh Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 A second airport... With 2 runaways long enough for an A380 of course. Schedule will be one monthly trip, only peak season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boater Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 A second airport... there where plans for a second airport down the south of the island Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 A second airport... there where plans for a second airport down the south of the island A second airport is a joke. A deal needs to be done to allow fair competition at the current airport. Also no more concrete please. Plant some trees instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
costalot Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Enforcement of existing laws, to include Thais as well as foreigners. Stop all of the coconut burners polluting the air, all coconut parts are recycelable. Keep the coconut palms in their proper place (Beaches), and replant proper tree inland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooo Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Irrelevant posts deleted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
concerned Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 (edited) Deleted and sent by PM instead. Edited October 27, 2009 by concerned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuian Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 (edited) Don't need any of it... Samui needs to be returned to the peaceful island paradise it was back in the 80's.. Anyone who needs all the mod cons of city life should live in a city and leave the islands alone.. i second that! but as things are, as they are and time can't be wound back: tarmac (Asphalt) roads - like in Nathon, building stops, no building where there is no access to water specially for shop houses and accommodation, clear obstructive construction (walls etc.) away to give views to the sea back... have the owners of building ruins clear the sites, larger road sweeping equipment, land adjoining roads, the owners thereof are made responsible for any runs offs after rainfalls! Open up the airport for all airlines and international competition - the monopoly hurts all and serves only one! Fines for burning garbage, plastic...etrc. Introduce public transport to the island! And stop those horrible advertising MEGA-Billboards! Edited October 27, 2009 by Samuian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdman Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 ...second Samuian's post. Get rid also of the numerous advertisement signs at scenic streets, natural trails, view points... create public educational botanical trails, improve public sport fields, build bicycle lanes... harsh fines for littering... Chaweng as a walking street in the evening would be nice, but first manage to get rid of that awful smell and lay the ugly hanging cables under the ground, plant trees/flowers, create more space for outdoor restaurants and decent bars...Afterward allow the touts to stay only next to their shops, so that people can walk hassle free in the middle of the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Forbid the trucks announcing Thai-boxing, parties etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 meter taxi, law and order, proper zoning, 1000 baht air fare, a good start No taxi, max speed 50 km/h, air fare minimum 5000b, no new building for 10 years, bar lower sound after midnight...... I agree, except for the 5000 baht air fare. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boater Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Forbid the trucks announcing Thai-boxing, parties etc. agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallprawn Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 ...second Samuian's post. Get rid also of the numerous advertisement signs at scenic streets, natural trails, view points... create public educational botanical trails, improve public sport fields, build bicycle lanes... harsh fines for littering... Chaweng as a walking street in the evening would be nice, but first manage to get rid of that awful smell and lay the ugly hanging cables under the ground, plant trees/flowers, create more space for outdoor restaurants and decent bars...Afterward allow the touts to stay only next to their shops, so that people can walk hassle free in the middle of the street. Good call, the hanging cables everywhere look really ugly. Agree with all your points and Samuians. Would be nice to see a few recycling points around the island. Strict Zoning laws re lady bars ,clubs and new developments. Most importantly, continue drainage improvements, improve roads, conceal hanging wires all over the island, bins (tastefull) on beaches and streets. ( Oh and also Consistant, fair and effective policing??? ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2169 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 You may or you may not be aware that there is presently a study carried out by Chulalongkorn University in regards to future planning of Koh Samui. The professor in charge who I met again this morning has asked me what would be needed to make Samui a better place to live for us residents (Thai and foreign) and for visiting tourists (Thai and foreign). This study also includes Phangan and the re-design of Thongsala area/pier and the Marina in Samui. So if there is anything which comes to mind then you may post it. If you have nothing to say then just do so. There will be a public hearing within the next 6 weeks and once I know the date I will advise. need to sort out the electric and water supply for chongmon area, no goverment water for 4 weeks............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorade Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 It would be interesting to look at this "wish list" in 5 years time and see what has actually been carried out!! I also wonder if in this time the Administration of K.Phangan will have learnt anything from the appalling situation that has been allowed to develop here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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