KATI S

Princess S72 — Phuket, Thailand The S Class is Princess's sport-cruiser line, and the S72 wears the brief well: a sleek, low-slung profile built around a 20-knot cruising speed, with the deck space and interior volume of a yacht that takes guests seriously rather than simply moving them quickly. She accommodates eight guests across four cabins, two of them with double beds; the detailed bed configuration is available on request. Three cabins have en-suite facilities, and the master suite benefits from its own separate entrance — a small architectural decision that makes a real difference over a week aboard, giving the principal cabin genuine independence from the rest of the accommodation. Phuket is the natural home port for a yacht of this profile. At 20 knots, the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay, the beaches of Krabi and the anchorages around Phi Phi fall comfortably within a day's cruising, while longer itineraries open up the quieter waters of the Similan Islands or the southern reaches towards Koh Lipe. The pace is yours to set: the S72 covers distance when you want it, and sits still very happily when you don't. Her decks are the heart of the day — generous flat surfaces for sunbathing, shaded seating for the hottest hours, and a natural progression towards evening, when dinner is served alfresco by the onboard chef. A professional crew of four looks after the yacht and her guests: captain, deckhand, stewardess and chef. Small enough to feel personal, experienced enough to make the logistics disappear. On board you'll find high-speed Wi-Fi and a well-specified sound system, along with a comprehensive selection of water toys: paddleboards, floats, fishing gear and underwater scooters. The Pirelli jet tender, powered by a 90 hp inboard and carrying up to six guests, handles beach landings and exploration of the shallower bays with ease.