Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

The New Face of Thailand

BLOWOUTS, BINGE DRINKING and eating, celebratory getaways… Thailand has long held the dubious pedestal of the ideal hedonistic holiday. So when the idea of Phuket as a wellness destination came up, I was intrigued. Could the indulgences typically associated with the land actually turn to those of the mind, body, and soul? Turns out, the answer is a resounding yes. Parallel to the party lifestyle synonymous with its Patong Beach and Bangla bars is a quiet wellness haven that helps you channel your chi.

My abode for the four-day getaway was the Iniala Beach House

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