The Journal

Stories from the Andaman

Route guides, quiet anchorages and everything worth knowing before you set sail from Phuket.

Sailing Phuket in the Green Season
Season Guide

Sailing Phuket in the Green Season

May to October is the quiet secret of the Andaman: empty bays, dramatic skies and the best availability of the year. Here is how the green season really works on the water.

July 2026 · 7 min read
A Day at Racha Yai
Route Guide

A Day at Racha Yai

The clearest water within an hour of Phuket. Here is how to spend a perfect day of snorkelling, quiet bays and long lunches on deck.

July 2026 · 6 min read
Phang Nga Bay in a Day
Route Guide

Phang Nga Bay in a Day

Limestone towers, hidden lagoons and the island Bond made famous. A full day in one of the most dramatic seascapes in Asia.

July 2026 · 7 min read
Catamaran or Motor Yacht: How to Choose
Charter Guide

Catamaran or Motor Yacht: How to Choose

Two very different ways to spend a day on the Andaman. A clear, honest look at which one fits your group, your pace and your occasion.

July 2026 · 6 min read
The Golden Hour: Sunset Cruises in Phuket
Experience

The Golden Hour: Sunset Cruises in Phuket

When the light turns gold over the Andaman, there is no better place to be than on the water. A short guide to Phuket's signature evening.

July 2026 · 5 min read
What to Pack for a Day on a Yacht in Phuket
Charter Guide

What to Pack for a Day on a Yacht in Phuket

One small bag is enough. An honest packing list for a private charter - what to bring, what to skip, and what is already waiting on board.

July 2026 · 5 min read
Destination guides

Where the boats go