The Six Senses resort on Koh Yao Noi, a sleepy island in Thailand, will show that family-friendly does not have to mean a soft play area and supervised kids’ clubs. Just getting here is an adventure for kids—the small island is located partway between Phuket Krabi is a short boat ride away.
Six Senses places sustainability and wellness at the forefront of their stay. You’ll notice this in the kids activities that they organize. The Six Senses resorts use the six dimensions (social, physical, spiritual and emotional), to connect children with nature and teach them life skills. The Junior Eco Warrior Program is a rotating schedule of complimentary activities for children aged four to twelve that takes place from 10am-1pm daily.
The activities are not limited to cooking classes and painting. Although there are plenty of those, as well. You can go on a trip to the beach and use recycled wood to build Hornbill Villas. Or, you can take a wildlife walk through the mangroves to spot the resort’s monitor lizard. Composting classes and farm trips are available, where you can collect eggs from the chicken pens and pat the goats on the head. You can then relax in the spa, or enjoy a leisurely breakfast with no children.
The infinity pool at the hotel is a real show-stopper. It offers a view of the limestone karsts that make up Phang Nga Bay. It’s a sociable spot, but most villas—dotted across the jungly hillside—come with pools (some more shady than others). You can enjoy a romantic, delicious dining experience at this hotel.
