HE Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi is in a class all of its own. Usefully, it is also in a secluded bay of its own, serving up 500m of pristine white sand beach lapped by gin-blue waters, a clear invitation for honeymooner footprints. Stunning limestone karsts complete the setting at this romantic hideaway, well positioned among the best Krabi resorts if not the best luxury resorts in Thailand.

Open vistas beckon from the 192 suites and villas. Immersed in a jaw-dropping natural setting, this is a family friendly Thai resort with ample room for kids or heady romance. Rumpus space starts at 72sq m, going up to 359sq m at the Royal Villa. In-room expect Broadband, flat-screen TVs and spacious bathrooms. The Club offers upgraded facilities, a private lounge and refreshments.

The azure infinity pool reaches seamlessly into the blue yonder. Catch some rays and flip through an arsenal of activities. Consider a calorie-killer workout at the fitness centre,

head out boating or windsurfing, or wander down to the PADI dive centre. There is WiFi in the public areas so you can gaze at spreadsheets if you really must. Drop the kids off at the Kidz Club and Activity Centre and head to SPA Cenvaree with its spoiling aromatic treatments. No better way to start off a romantic evening at this top Thai spa resort.

For companies looking to rev up ideas, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi comes wired with the latest in hi-tech and can comfortably manage conferences and meetings of up to 200 persons. Shut out the world and concentrate.

For gourmets, Japanese, Asian, and Thai are on the menu while international fare is always at hand. Or try beach bar and grill On the Rocks, and get some sand between the toes Unsurprisingly, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi is among the best Thailand family resorts and cannot fail to make an impression. The setting is unrivalled, the service attentive.And yes, the Thai smiles are free.