DAY 01 - 06: PHUKET, THAILAND

Phuket, one of Thailand’s larger islands, offers something for everyone, from those looking for action packed days and all-night entertainment to couples looking for a relaxing retreat. As well as the sheer diversity of accommodation in Phuket on offer with every conceivable style of resort, it also offers almost every activity a holiday in Phuket could possibly want, from kayaking and golf to island hopping and Tahi cookery Classes. A holiday in Phuket has everything!

Families can visit Phuket Fantasea, rise horses along the beach, visit a butterfly farmer try all manner of water sports. Located about an hour’s flight or overnight bus from Bangkok, Phuket is a vibrant island resort, globally renowned for its hospitality and choice of top hotels. Fashionable beach hotels with exotic restaurants and spas surround the stunning Phang Nga Bay off the west coast of Thailand, a white sandy coastline with a lively atmosphere.

DAY 06 - 09: KOH YAO NOI, THAILAND

The sister islands of Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi sit halfway between Phuket and Krabi within scenic Phang Nga Bay and are both worth a visit for their delightful beaches, natural scenery and back to nature ambience, that feels far removed from the nearby larger islands. Ideal for those seeking a relaxing beach holiday off the beaten track.

The pace of change here has been delightfully slow, with the local population content to retain many aspects of their traditional rural life. While a few resorts have now appeared around the islands, the main source of income for the locals is still farming and fishing.

Blessed with a variety of beaches lapped by turquoise waters and fringed by swaying palms, the islands really does offer the ultimate relaxing beach holiday off the beaten track. Notable beaches include Laem Had beach on the north east coast; Loh Paret in the central west coast and Loh Jark Beach, which while far from hectic, does see more hustle and bustle.

There are no particular landmarks on the islands; it's simply the island itself that is the attraction! Hire a bicycle and pedal along the scenic main road that winds around the island to catch a glimpse of local villages with their stilted wooden homes, lush green paddy fields and rubber plantations. Alternatively, hire a canoe and take to the water to explore the mangrove forest or, enjoy a tour of the stunning Phang Nga Bay itself where majestic limestone karsts rise from the calm sea. Snorkelling is possible from several beaches, or on boat trips out to nearby islands.