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Finding your perfect stretch of sand among Phuket’s beaches may be harder than you think.
Thailand’s largest island is blessed with an extraordinary coastline. Along its shores, jungle-clad headlands tumble into the Andaman Sea, framing everything from hidden coves and undeveloped bays to bustling beach towns lined with restaurants, massage huts and colourful longtail boats.… Read the rest
Today starts with a crackle of anticipation as the alarm sounds in the early morning. We’re all excited about our our family scuba diving tour to Racha Noi and Racha Yai Islands. We have been promised coral gardens, curious marine life and just enough unpredictability to keep things interesting.… Read the rest
Just a few minutes south of Patong Beach, one of Thailand’s most famous strips, Tri Trang Beach feels like a different world altogether.
While Patong, Phuket’s most famous beach, buzzes with jet skis, beach clubs and a constant stream of visitors, Tri Trang occupies a quieter corner of the coastline.… Read the rest
At Phuket’s southernmost reaches, Nai Harn Beach occupies a sweet spot that many of the island’s better-known beaches have long since lost. Beautiful without being flashy, developed without feeling overbuilt. It has become a favourite among locals, expats and repeat visitors who know exactly what they’re looking for.… Read the rest
There’s something quietly seductive about islands you can see but haven’t yet reached. From Phuket’s east coast, Rang Yai Island sits just offshore, it’s close enough to feel accessible, distant enough to promise escape. At 110 acres, this privately owned island has built a reputation as a tranquil paradise, known for its white sand beaches, calm waters and a long association with pearl farming.… Read the rest
Kata Beach is the perfect Phuket beach all-rounder. A distinct crowd pleaser, Kata Beach has it all.
We set out in the morning, walking from nearby Karon beach. There’s a gradual unfolding of the day, step by step and we navigate the headland with it’s shops, traffic and noise.… Read the rest
A day at Freedom Beach is a day earned and a day remembered. Tucked just south of the relentless energy of Patong, Thailand, Freedom Beach exists in quiet defiance of its neighbour – hidden, hushed and requiring a little commitment to uncover.… Read the rest
Surf’s up despite the glassy morning waters at JBR. Usually we’re here to ski or board but this morning it’s to make waves, literally, and then surf them.
The morning is warm as we head out of Dubai Harbour, around the tip of the Skydive Dubai runway and out into the glassy calm of JBR.… Read the rest
We start our day in Palma de Majorca at the Parc de la Mar. Gazing up, we have landed right in front of La Sau, the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma. This incredible Cathedral dominates the skyline of this entire stretch of the old town, defining this stunning port side city.… Read the rest
Tai O is a remarkable fishing village on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. We have spent the morning ascending to Ngong Ping to visit the Big Buddha and we arrive by local bus at an unremarkable cement covered terminus.… Read the rest