1. Hin Ta and Hin Yai Some fascinating rock formations on Koh Samui’s south coast, have been a source of mirth and wonder on the island since they were discovered by the locals many years ago. Art often imitates Nature, but less common is Nature imitating Art, especially the Art of the Ribald. But in Thailand anything is possible and these rocks, known as Grandpa (Ta) and Grandma (Yai), look, respectively, like male and female genitalia. Set on the rocky coastline between Lamai and Hua Thanon, Hin Ta and Hin Yai raise indulgent chuckles or embarrassed titters from those who go to see them. This unusual and titillating sight has, naturally, given rise to a legend explaining how the rocks came into being.

2. Location: Hin Ta and Hin Yai are located off Route 4169 on Samui’s south-east coast, about two kilometres south of central Lamai Beach. It’s about 11 kilometres away from Chaweng Beach and 17 kilometres from the airport.

3. Samui airport Map

4. Ao Phang Nga Marine National Park is a short drive north east of Phuket and comprises an area of 400 square kilometres of which the 40 islands cover 53 square kilometres [ 20 square miles ] and the surrounding turquoise water covers 350 square kilometres [ 135 square miles ]. It is located in the Province of Phang Nga on the west side of the Malay Penninsula. This is one of the most spectacular locations in South East Asia.

5. The Islands comprise limestone Karsk formed of Permian limestone, thrust up high millions of years ago to form today a bewildering array of shapes, some reaching 400 metres high [ 1,315 feet ]. There is abundant plant life and a vast array of fauna. The coast line of the park is extensively covered by mangrove forests.

6. Map Pruket airport Ao Phang Nga National Park

7. Phuket FantaSea Phuket's FantaSea is the island's biggest show. With trapeze artists, a cast of hundreds, performing elephants and other animals and an exotic storyline that blends tradition with fantasy you'll have a wonderful evening out here. But the extravaganza doesn't stop there as FantaSea also hosts one of the biggest buffets in Asia and is set in a theme park that offers carnival-like games, lots of shopping opportunities, a Palace of the Elephants, a Similan Adventure Centre several other food oulets. It's spectacular, it's extravagant, it's impressive and great entertainment value for all.

9. Phuket airport Phuket FantaSea Map