The Aleenta Phuket Pang-Nga (www.aleenta.com) is collaborating with the Pure Blue Foundation to launch their “Catch and Release Adopt-a-turtle Mini Break” package. Apart from getting to bask in the serene Natai Beach right off of Phuket, you will be able to help with sea turtle conservation, which has been an issue for years.

Prior to the trip, you will be given a specific baby sea turtle to “adopt” and updates about your specific turtle will be sent to you via e-mail. Then, once your adopted turtle is released, the Pure Blue foundation will send you news and updates on marine conservation.

Natai Beach itself is a popular place for sea turtle breeds, such as the Olive Ridley, Green Leatherback and Hawksbill, to lay its eggs. But Anchalika Kijkanakorn, director of Pure Blue stated that although numerous hatchlings have been released every year, the number of turtles that come back to nest is significantly decreasing.

For a party of two, rates for this package sits at B11,755 per night. A rate of a two night stay is B22,000. All deals are upgradable. With this package also comes a turtle hatchling, free transfers to and from the airport and a private beachside dining experience,