JoLyn and I flew from Chiang Mai to Phuket to get some requisite beach time. The islands in southern Thailand have some of the most breathtaking views I have ever seen. White sand. Blue water. Sheer rock cliffs covered in foliage. It's beautiful and hot. Even the water is unnaturally warm. So warm that you think something isn't quite right.

We started in Phuket which could be said to be one of the major tourist beach capitals of the world. Thankfully, our beach was a good bit more secluded and quiet. We then moved on to Koh Phi Phi: a pair of islands near the much larger island of Phuket. While the beaches weren't as nice, the landscape was much more exotic and there were more touristy, yet fun, things to do.

By the way, don't pronounce it Fuket or Koh Fi Fi. You'll sound like you've never watched the Travel Channel. It's a hard "p" sound.

This song by Freelance Whales makes me want to dance with my arms: Generator 2nd Floor