THE BEACHES
Hat Yai | Koh Lanta | Koh Phi Phi | Koh Samui | Krabi | Phuket | Ranong
Southern Thailand is hugged by the Andaman sea on the west coast and the Gulf of Thailand on the east coast, creating countless beaches on both the mainland and the nearby scattering of islands. Crystal clear bays and coves, incredible dive spots, and white sand beaches makes this area a truly tropical paradise.

Krabi
- The adventurous side of us loved these Five Things to Do in Krabi
- Here are snapshots of Our Favorite Beaches in Krabi
- A guide to the beaches and downtown area of Ao Nang
- A delightful tropical stay at the Phu Pha Ao Nang Resort & Spa

Phuket
- You may be surprised by our First Impressions of Phuket
- Take a few hours and explore these Three Stunning Overlooks in Phuket’s southwestern corner
- Need ideas for Things to Do in Phuket? This roundup is sure to have something to please everyone

Koh Lanta
- Compilation of Unforgettable Things to Do in Koh Lanta
- The best beach resort we’ve ever stayed at: Crown Lanta Resort & Spa
- Gorgeous Koh Lanta Snorkeling off the tiny nearby island of Koh Rok
- Crazy, incredible The Yacht Week Thailand
THE LATEST ON SOUTHERN THAILAND
Staying at a Luxury Villa in Koh Samui
The other day, Chris and I were reminiscing about the times we stayed at a luxury villa in Koh Samui when we realized we never shared our experiences on the blog. Let us say, everything was incredible! When the two of us travel, we usually …
Sipping Coconuts and Snorkeling on Koh Bon Island, Phuket
Years ago we heard about a nearly deserted island off the southern coast of Phuket. It's the perfect place to snorkel, sunbathe, and day drink with gorgeous views of the clear waters and distant islands. Fast forward to today and this little island kept popping up...
Mu Koh Lanta National Park Guide
On the southern tip of the island of Koh Lanta, Thailand lies the beautiful Mu Koh Lanta National Park. Green trees, clear seas, rapid waterfalls, and exotic animals inhabit each of the 16 islands where tourists and natives alike come to be enchanted by their majesty. The main area of Mu Koh Lanta National Park…
Three Day Phuket Itinerary for Thrill Seekers
I recently took a trip to experience a totally different side of Phuket – one that isn’t entirely centered on a stay on the beach. Instead, it’s designed with active, thrill-seeking travelers in mind. I had such a great time that I decided to share my three day Phuket itinerary. It includes what to do, where to stay, and what to eat.
Amatara Wellness Resort: A Luxury Retreat in Phuket
For us, a vacation usually includes a full day of adventure tours and DIY sightseeing peppered with a little downtime and plenty of overeating and drinking. As much fun as we have, sometimes we return home worn out from our holiday. But on our latest trip, we felt just the opposite: refreshed and rejuvenated thanks our the wellness stay at the Amatara Wellness Resort in Phuket.
First Impressions of Koh Tao
If you told us this time last month we'd have our toes in the sand at Koh Tao we wouldn't have believed you. That's because we've never been really drawn there. But things changed when we were invited by the Tourism Authority of Thailand to see the island's efforts in...