Nusa Penida Snorkeling

Nusa Penida Snorkeling

Swimming with manta rays in Bali’s most spectacular marine sanctuary was high on our list for a recent adventure and a day trip to Nusa Penida snorkeling really delivered.

Long before arriving in Bali, we’d admired photographs of giant manta rays gliding effortlessly through crystal-clear water and sea turtles grazing over vibrant coral reefs.… Read the rest

Phuket Travel Guide: Best Beaches, Things to Do & Day Trips

Best Beaches, Things to Do & Day Trips

Phuket is an island of contrasts, where beautiful beaches, turquoise waters and tropical landscapes sit alongside vibrant resorts, historic neighbourhoods and a rich cultural heritage. From the energy of Patong to the quieter shores of Nai Thon and Nai Harn, Phuket offers a remarkable variety of experiences, while the colourful Sino-Portuguese streets of Old Phuket Town reveal a very different side of the island.… Read the rest

Racha Yai Diving

Racha Yai Diving (photo credit Roberta Martinotta)

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

Rang Yai Island

Rang Yai Island

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

Phi Phi Islands Family Adventure

Phi Phi Islands Family Adventure

There are early mornings, and then there are the kind that begin under a velvet sky, the world still hushed, as the promise of something extraordinary pulls you gently from sleep. Phi Phi Islands calls us for a family adventure.… Read the rest