Woman sitting on a boat in Khao Sok National Park Cheow Lan Lake in Thailand

Khao Sok National Park Day Trip: Sailing Through Thailand’s Emerald Cheow Lan Lake

Just a hop and skip away from the sandy shores of nearby Phuket, Khao Lak and Krabi is Khao Sok National Park. Surrounded by lush jungles, towering limestone karst mountains and a picturesque jewel-toned lake, visitors travel to Khao Sok to embark on nature excursions, spot wildlife, sail on traditional longtail boats and even sleep…

View of Khao Lak from Valhalla Teahouse in Thailand

The Best Things to Do in Khao Lak in Thailand: An Underrated Beach Destination

You’ve heard of Phuket, you’ve heard of Krabi, but have you heard of Khao Lak? Khao Lak is in Phang Nga province, just a short 90 minute drive from Phuket International Airport. The stunning golden sand beach paradise is sandwiched between the shoreline and the mountains, receiving just a fraction of the number of visitors…

Snakeskin Pool at The Slate Phuket in Thailand

The Slate Phuket Hotel Review: A Heritage-Centred Design Resort

The Slate is the epitome of cool, slick and laidback – a hotel of bold contrasts all wrapped up in a lush garden paradise. Read on for my review of The Slate in Phuket. The Bill Bensley-designed hotel could almost be described as “whimsical-meets-steam-punk”, with striking steel, concrete and glass softened by warm wood finishes and…

Drone photo of Devasom Khao Lak in Thailand

Devasom Khao Lak in Thailand: Where Luxury Meets Lagoon and Beachfront Dreams

I found it – the most breathtaking design hotel in Thailand. Nestled between a serene lagoon and golden shores of Khao Lak in Phang Nga Province, Devasom Khao Lak blends timeless Southeast Asian architecture with modern luxury in a way that feels straight out of a dream. Think heritage-inspired architecture, lagoon-side lounging and thoughtful, curated…