Take Me to Thailand
7 days / 6 nights | Phuket, Thailand
Take Me to Thailand is all about luxurious relaxation. We're staying at a stunning 5-star beachfront resort in Phuket with a private beach, spa, multiple restaurants, and views you'll be dreaming about long after the trip ends. The vibe? Rest. Reset. Realign. Whether you're craving stillness, soul-nourishing food, or sunshine on your skin, we've got you covered.
Exclusive experiences
This retreat is built around space to breathe. One scheduled activity a day, then the rest of the time is yours, relax by the pool, add something on your own, or do absolutely nothing at all. Here's what's on the schedule: a Thai massage and full spa day, a guided cultural tour of Phuket, a hands-on Thai cooking class, and a day at the resort's private beach.
THE COOKS: MEET YOUR HOSTS
The Couple Behind it All
Amirah and Jarrell Cook are the husband-and-wife team behind Hosted by The Cooks. What started as a shared love of travel turned into a business built on showing people the world the way they've learned to see it themselves.
Jarrell is a fine artist who has painted murals in countries around the world, and that same eye for detail shows up in everything he brings to a retreat, from the vendors he sources to the guides he designs for every trip. Amirah brings the guest experience together, the planning, the pacing, the small touches that make a week feel effortless instead of managed.
Together, they've hosted retreats across Bali, Morocco, Tokyo, Thailand, and Italy, curating each one around the specific feeling that destination is best known for. For Thailand, that feeling is rest.
Our itinerary For The week
Settle In
You've made it. Check in, unpack, and take a breath. The resort is home for the week. Explore every corner of it, claim your spot by the pool, and let the fact that you're actually here sink in.
Meet Your People
This is where the magic starts. Meet your host and the other guests who said yes to this week. No awkward icebreakers. Just good energy and great conversation.
Welcome Dinner
Your first evening ends with dinner at the resort, joined by the other guests. Everything is planned. Reservations made. All you have to do is show up hungry.
A Moment For Reflection
Join us for a guided journaling session to set intentions for the week, get to know other guests, and learn all about the amenities of the resort and schedule for the week
The Thai Treatment
Unlike massages you may be used to, a Thai massage is a mix of yoga and relaxation. The masseuse will bend and position you in ways that release tension and stress from pressure points you probably didn't know exist.
Learn About Thai Culture
A guided tour through Phuket's temples and cultural sights, a look at the island beyond the resort gates.
Shopping for Souvenirs
Get your lists ready! We'll hit a local market to shop for souvenirs for family, friends, and yourself! Prices are affordable and negotiable. We'll teach you the ways of haggling for a fun adventure in shopping.
Hands On Cooking Class
Learn to make a few classic Thai dishes with a local chef, and bring the recipes home with you.
Relax by the Water
Relax by the pool or beachfront in the resort. Grab your book, headphones, or whatever makes you most comfortable for a day relaxing in the sun.
Floating Beach Club
We'll have a fun morning on the water - enjoying the world's first floating beach club for an early turn up or relaxing afternoon, whichever works best for you.
An Empty Afternoon
Afterwards, we head back to the resort with plenty of time for more activities, or a midday nap. This is one of the many intentional times we've carved out for truly relaxing. Not over scheduling your day, but providing time to just be.
Do What You Want!
This is your day. No schedule, no plan, just whatever you want it to be. Sleep in. Swim. Shop. Book another spa treatment. Do absolutely nothing at all.
Explore More, Or Not
Want something arranged? We'll make it happen. Private excursion, salon appointment, another round at the spa, just say the word. Or, simply relax in the resort, order room service and do nothing.
All White Finale Dinner
Tonight, dress in your best white. One final group dinner together under the stars to close out the most unforgettable week.
One Last Brunch
Checkout comes with our final breakfast to send you off right. One last look around the resort, then a ride to the airport with a week's worth of memories you'll be talking about for years.
Checkout @ 11:00 AM
Before you book your flight home, look for one that departs later in the day. No reason to rush from breakfast straight to the airport when you could squeeze a few more hours out of Thailand first.
Staying Longer?
Not ready to say goodbye yet? Let us know. We'll arrange your transport wherever you're headed next, another hotel, another island, one more stop before home.
Pricing
$3,000
Double room
$3,750
Single room
What's Included in the retreat
Luxury Accommodations
Daily In-House Housekeeping
Breakfast Every Morning
Local Transportation
Activity Entry Fees
Here's exactly what your retreat price covers, and what to plan for on your own, so there are no surprises between now and the moment you land in Thailand.
- Accommodation in a beautiful beachfront resort in Phuket
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Thai massage
- Guided cultural tour
- A Thai cooking class
- Transportation to all scheduled activities
- Fully curated itinerary (spa, cooking class, guided tour, beach day, free day)
We don't confirm the exact resort until closer to the trip, but here's what you can count on: Luxury beachfront comfort, a full spa, multiple restaurants on-site, and private beach access, shared with other resort guests. We select every accommodation ourselves to make sure it lives up to our standards.
What's Not Included in the retreat
Flights to and from Thailand
Travel/Health Insurance
Shopping + Souvenir Expenses
Cash Tips
Bonus Activities
Not everything is built into your retreat price. Here's what to plan for on your own so you can budget with confidence before you arrive.
- Flights to and from Thailand
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners beyond what's listed above
- Extra activities not included in the itinerary
- Shopping expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, payment plans are available on both single and double occupancy, spread across monthly payments for a small fee. Payments are automatic for reduced stress with no late fees.
Yes! You will each need to book a double occupancy room and you'll share a bedroom and bathroom in your resort room. You can choose between a king bed or two twins. If you are traveling solo, you will need to book a single occupancy room.
No, the Take Me to Thailand trip is co-ed, welcoming both women, men, and couples.
Beyond the retreat cost, plan for lunches ($15-20 per meal), cocktails ($7-15 per drink), free day activities ($25-75 depending on what you choose), shopping, and gratuities for staff. A general budget of $300-500 for the week covers most people comfortably, not including flights.
All payments are final, no refunds. If you need to cancel more than 90 days before the retreat, your payments can be applied toward a future trip with Hosted By The Cooks within 12-months of your cancelled trip.
Not at all. Part of what makes this trip so special is that everything is handled for you. If this is your first international trip, you're in good hands.
From Our Travel Family:
Camille B.
Best vacation ever. Amirah leaves no stone unturned. From the moment you land, you are taken care of. The villas, the sites, the food. Literally everything was amazing.
Ariel M.
Amirah truly treats you like a bestie and she provides only the best for her besties. Her attention to detail is impeccable. Anything you want to do, see, or eat, Amirah will make it happen."
Samantha S.
There was a great balance of exploration and chill time. The villa was beautiful and the meals were divine. There was laughter, there were tears, and lots of Beyonce. I couldn't ask for more.