Phuket

Thailand’s most popular island Phuket has a beach for every taste from the lively Patong to the family friendly Bang Tao. Kata and Karon beaches are popular with families due to their choice of quieter beaches and hotels with kids clubs and waterparks. Its setting is spectacular, facing into Phang Nga Bay with its pretty vertical limestone islands known as karsts.

You can get amongst them on snorkelling or kayaking trips. The resort is also a great base for diving and sailing. There are family attractions too, including famous circus-style cultural show FantaSea. The West coast is the most developed but if you’re after a sleepier vibe look to the North, or the East, which has gained some stylish hotels in recent years. You can also twin Phuket easily with some offshore islands including Phi Phi and Koh Yao Noi.