Luxury for the mini-me's
Why should parents have all the five-star fun? According to this Phuket resort, they shouldn't, writes Erin O'Dwyer.
Singing chefs and solitude
Turning right at Phuket Airport, Erin O'Dwyer leaves the crowds behind for lessons in prawn twirling, yoga and simple village life.
Sri Panwa, Phuket review: Reclining to the challenge
Just for once, Kate Cox decides to eschew her spirit of adventure and give in to her indolent urge.
Battle of the beaches
Direct flights are driving prices down as resorts compete for Australian business, writes Jane E. Fraser.
Top 10 places to feel young again
If you're bored with your life and looking to shake things up, here are 10 destinations where you can reinvent yourself and feel young again.
After The Beach: swimming with Leo
Ten years after the release of The Beach, Michelle Jana Chan returns to the set in search of paradise beside the sea.
Adrift from the crowd
In a kayak, Gemma Bowes discovers the limestone islands and luminous waters beyond Phuket's busy beaches.
Phuket rip-off: the trouble with tuk-tuks
Tourists in Phuket are paying 10 times what they should for tuk-tuk rides - and occasionally being assaulted if they argue.
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In a karst limestone crown, Phuket is the jewel; a large island surrounded by beautiful beaches where backpackers mingle with honeymooners splurging in luxury digs with infinity pools and butlers. Hours can be whiled away doing nothing, or day-tripping to some of the most beautiful islands and national parks in the world - famous Phi Phi or Phang-Nga. Don't miss colourful Phuket Town's gory Vegetarian Festival.
