In recent years the island has firmly reasserted itself as a premier beach resort in southern Thailand.

In recent years the island has firmly reasserted itself as a premier beach resort in southern Thailand.

At Naulakha, Kipling’s retreat, guests have a chance to lie in his bed, read at his desk, turn his faucets and, yes, even bathe in ... more

At Naulakha, Kipling’s retreat, guests have a chance to lie in his bed, read at his desk, turn his faucets and, yes, even bathe in ... more

At Naulakha, Kipling’s retreat, guests have a chance to lie in his bed, read at his desk, turn his faucets and, yes, even bathe in ... more

Tourists take photos in front of the Parthenon in Athens.