Kerri Jackson takes off to south-western Thailand for a winter break at Club Med's newly revamped Phuket resort.

This resort on the south-western Thai island of Phuket was revamped in early 2012 and now includes an adults-only zen area in addition to its wide range of family-friendly activities.

For further information see clubmed.co.nz.

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