Sà-wàd-dee-kâ from Thailand.
Our third leg of the trip took us to Phuket Island, Thailand. Even though we’ve been to Thailand three times now, we never go anyplace except Phuket. Why?
Because Phuket is like one of those favorite meals at a good restaurant. And even though there might be other tasty things on the menu, you can never stray away from your tried and true favorite. So while I have heard there are many gorgeous provinces in Thailand, we always come back to Phuket. The weather, the beaches, the food, and the people are so vacation perfect in every way. An excellent end to our Far East adventure.
No Murphy holiday is complete without seeing this face at least a couple of times.
Phuket beaches are the best.
The recipe for a tropical paradise – soft sand, cool breezes, and warm water. 
Our hotel was built right up against this waterfall.
And another spectacular lazy river.
…With some excellent slides. Olivia must have went on it 25 times.
Even a private grotto pool and our very own slide.
The hotel infinity pool with the million dollar view to the sea. And notice the weather. So hard to believe it’s December.
Tiger Prawns are the specialty here, and we indulged every chance we could.
Sisters in a peaceful moment of “not fighting.”
The cruise was also fun. Lots of deck parties to attend.
Fun shows with famous characters and…
Even celebrity sightings.
Ice skating in the middle of the ocean was a thrill for us. And they made it snow…
The waiters totally understood kids. Olivia ordered a “Blood Soda” and the waiter brought her a “Shirley Temple” which is what she meant to say.
The best part of my trip was getting to spend a whole day with my dear friend Lek who flew to Singapore just to see us. 
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Indulging in our Star Wars obsession.
We are such nerds.
No White Christmas for us this year, but I think we survived.
One last plunge into the cave dive pool…
Goodbye…until next time. สวัสดี ค่ะ Thailand – you are one of our favorites.