Phuket
Phuket really does have it all! As well as stunning beaches, tropical
jungles, delicious local food and friendly people, there's also plenty of activities for
families to do.
Children, especially
the older ones, will enjoy many of the sightseeing tours - Phang
Nga Bay has stunning limestone scenery and tours generally include an exiting trip
on a longtail boat through the mangroves. Alternatively, tours of
Phi Phi give the opportunity for great snorkelling. 
You could try eco-tour and try
an activities like rafting, kayaking, elephant riding, trekking or
bird watching. Several local companies offer family-friendly outings to nearby
islands which feature snorkelling, lunch and beach hopping
A holiday in Phuket is also a great chance to learn a new skill,
especially in the water. Children over 12, can take a PADI dive course (go
and see the dive shop in the hotel or visit
www.sea-bees.com). Alternatively, east
of Patong there is a water-ski centre which offers instruction in both
water skiing and wakeboarding.
Daytrips in
and around Phuket
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Don't forget, if your kids are not wild on Thai food, we can make picnic boxes
for you to take with you on your travels.
Child Friendly Accommodation
The Amari Coral Beach
Resort
is perfectly placed for a family
holiday. As the resort is on the headland of Patong, you can be sure of
perfect peace and quiet at night, but you are still only 10
minutes walk from the bustling nightlife of Patong. Similarly, in the daytime you can
relax at the hotel's two pools and small private beach. In addition, the hotel
runs a shuttle bus to Karon Beach every day. This is a great long beach on which
to stretch your legs and is not as busy as Patong. | 
Affordable family vacations in Thailand.
