Photography: Frits Meyst
Text: Jillian Macdonald

Landing directly at the beach of Sivalai Resort on the island of Koh Mook, all of the local villagers have been watching the plane touchdown, delivering special guests from afar. Fresh pineapple and guava juice goes hand in hand with the warm welcome by the reception committee. What look like tiny reed huts from the air turn out to be the top in private luxury wooden bungalows, situated directly on the beach. White sandy shores encircle the island, shifting their way back and forth with the tides. There are no sounds except for the birds and the waves. This is a true island paradise.

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