Thailand Vacation Review: Phi Phi Islands, Chiang Mai, Snorkeling, Phuket, 9-Day Tour

A few things are most memorable. 

First, all four of us had our luggage lost upon our arrival in Thailand. We filed a report with the airline but did not expect that the four suitcases would be found and returned to us any time soon. 

Our driver that picked us up at the airport went above and beyond for us. He contacted the airline, went to the airport, retrieved our luggage, and returned it all to our hotel. Wow. And we never saw him again!  I so wanted to give him a bonus. What an amazing start to our trip. 

Second was our guide in Chiang Mai. This man is a gem. He was amazing in every way. Interesting, patient, kind, eager to please. I hope he is well compensated because he truly made our vacation perfect. 

Third, our crew at the local boat tour agency that took us out to the Phi Phi Islands in Phuket were fantastic.  They were attentive and patient with us, and made our day special.  Further, the crew tried so hard to keep ahead of the crowds, and sought out areas for snorkeling where there were fewer people. 

Last, the hotel staff at the hotel in Phuket were so personable. When our youngest daughter fell ill with a stomach issue, the staff were so responsive and inquired regularly about her. The next evening our daughter was fine, and several staff members noticed that she was up and about again.