Air Partner Magazine Spring Summer 2025 UK - Magazine - Page 81
S/S 2025
Unspoilt beaches
of the Golden Isles,
Georgia.
KO H S A M U I , T H A I L A N D
T U R Q U O I S E WAT E R S A N D P U R E T R A N Q U I L L I T Y
As the setting for The White Lotus season 3, it’s hard to imagine tiring
of Paci昀椀c-washed perfection. But if ennui checks in, wind your way
up through jungle trails to the golden pagodas at Laem Sor or Khao
Hua Jook, for o昀昀-the-beaten track sunset extravaganzas. Khao Pom’s
challenging mountain track rewards the determined with a rarely-seen,
emerald-and-ivory panorama from the top of the island’s highest
peak. About as far from dystopian luxury resorts as you can get.
Getting there: Fly into the private Samui International Airport
(USM, VTSM), located near Chaweng’s city centre.
GOLDEN ISLES, GEORGIA, USA
W H E R E T H E AT L A N T I C S E E M S T O G L O W
Stumbled upon by Spanish gold hunters over 400 years ago, the
prize found was a string of spotless shores with a radiance of their
own. These balmy barrier islands soon became the exclusive retreats
of America’s most wealthy. Some, like Little St. Simon’s, are privately
owned and only accessible by boat. All are synonymous with
exclusivity and gracious Southern hospitality.
Getting there: For a public airport with a dedicated runway for
private jets, land at Brunswick (BQK) to begin your island getaway.
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