Falling in love with Thailand

A travel agent with more than three decades of experience tells MILO BOYD why there's no better place for romance... or to heal on a divorce-moon

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Big Buddha in Phuket

A seasoned travel agent has revealed her top destination that’s perfect for romance seekers — or getting over a broken heart. With 31 years of experience at TUI’s Penarth branch in the Vale of Glamorgan, Hannah Sterling has become an expert at pairing the perfect holiday destination with various life events. And when it comes to clients undergoing matters of the heart - be it a first trip as a couple or a newly single individual on their maiden solo journey - there’s one place she suggests above all others.

“Thailand,” Hannah declares. “It works for everyone, but especially for people going through relationship changes. I've seen it work wonders for hundreds of my customers over the years.”

Research from TUI suggests 64% of Brits would book a holiday to commemorate a significant life event, with relationship shifts one of the key motivators. Engagements and weddings were the most common reasons to book a holiday (19%), while an unexpected 8% said they'd celebrate newfound freedom by booking a “divorce-moon”. It makes sense.