Travel Review: Luxury Thailand Family Vacation, Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chang Mai, Krabi, Ao Nang, Elephant Farm, Longtail Boat Rides

It is hard to put into words what a fabulous trip our family had.  From wonderful hotels to excellent services.  We had twelve days of fantastic memories.  We loved Bangkok and Ayutthaya, but Chang Mai and Krabi/Ao Nang captured our hearts.  We had a day with Elephants that we will never forget.  Patara Elephant farm, no super touristy stuff, they care for and have a breeding program and you work with the handlers to take care of the elephants.  Our cooking school was fantastic.  A morning in the market and a wonderful day of cooking 5 dishes each with a cookbook to take home at Cooking @ Home.   On to Krabi,  we actually stayed in Ao Nang.  We loved the proximity to so many islands.  We Longtailed everywhere.  The beaches were gorgeous,snorkeling good and tours easy.  The rock climbing excursion was a fun rock climbing adventure.  Our favorite beach/island was Hong Island after kayaking. All connections etc. were detailed perfectly.  We asked for not too touristy, culture, beaches, elephants, and cooking and we got it all.