Phuket was our designated R&R after over 3 weeks of travel. We were extremely fortunate as the good folks at the JW Marriott put us in an ocean-facing suite with a its own hot tub. We quickly vowed to remain "on property" for the entire 2 1/2 day stay. Lying by the pool, running on the beach and the occasional Mai-tai at the swim-up bar provided the needed rest to tackle the rest of our trip. Rachel and Aaron also had the chance to play with a baby elephant as well as brush up on their tennis. One other activity that made our visit to Phuket exemplary was the food. Our seafood dinner Friday night of grilled tiger prawns (nearly 8 oz each) and sea bass has cured Aaron of his shellfish allergy! Yes, they were that good. It was with sadness we pulled out of the Marriott Sunday morning enroute to Delhi but we still have much to see! The next scheduled R&R is The Shack in August.