Tri Trang Beach Holidays

Tri Trang Beach steers well clear of the spotlight, and instead cuts its teeth as a proper under-the-radar resort along Phuket's south-east coast. All eyes are on its better-known buddy, Patong, which is a five-minute drive around the headland. You can hop here for full-moon parties or stay put for peaceful beach strolls – whatever takes your fancy.

The beach at this place is on the money for uninterrupted sunbathing. Picture the scene – long tail boats drifting off-shore, wispy casuarina trees rippling behind the sand and silhouetted mountains on the horizon. Add a sprinkling of beach hotels and restaurants to the mix, and you’re there. And if you fancy clapping eyes on one of Thailand’s more high-profile beaches, boat trips to the Phi Phi Islands are worth a punt.

When the sun starts to wind down for the day, and you’re scooping up your beach-faring bits, Patong starts to whistle for your attention. It’s like the Hyde to Tri Trang Beach’s Jekyll, with all-hours parties and bars slapped right along Patong Beach. Bangla Road’s where most of the action happens, and a tuk-tuk ride home is a doddle.