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Holidays in Thailand - Phuket in 10 Exciting Days

In spite of the tsunami of 2004, Phuketwhich to embark.
has steadily rebuilt much of itsWaterfalls
infrastructure so that it now holds asPhuket's waterfalls are great places to
much of its previous glamour as before.take a swim or enjoy a picnic. Kathu
Its beautiful beaches foster excellentWaterfall is the farthest inland and
diving conditions, and the ever-clearoffers inviting, cooling pools for a
Andaman waters never let divers down.quick dip. Ton Sai is often photographed
The nightlife is thriving and there'sdue to its pools and tall palm trees.
always something to get on board with,The island's Gibbon Rehabilitation
so you'll never find yourself withoutCentre is home of the island's third
something to do.waterfall, Bang Pae, and those who
Gibbon Rehabilitation Centreventure here are also afforded the
At this time, at least three families ofopportunity to glimpse one of these rare
rescued gibbons have been introducedanimals.
back into the wild and currently live onShopping
the Royal Reserve. Their distinctiveShopping is a popular pastime anywhere
calls can be heard in the forest, andin Thailand. Shoppers in Phuket will
visitors who catch a glimpse of thesefind the whole gamut of traditional
animals are always glad they came. Asouvenirs. Silk, cotton and custom-made
stopover or maybe even a quick swim atclothing can all be found at attractive
the nearby Bang Pae Waterfall makes thisprices, as can leather, jewellery and
trip twice as appealing.antiques. Patong is home to many of the
Adventure sportsmarkets and due to the everyday tourist
Phuket is loaded with activities to getscene, shoppers do well to come prepared
your heart racing and your adrenalineready to bargain for a price that both
pumping. The island is home toparties can agree on.
Thailand's only licensed bungee jumpEating out
operator who, on top of thoseRestaurants in Phuket cater for every
credentials, is the only operator in allpalette with international and
of Asia to insure this activity. Thoseworld-class Thai cuisine available all
wishing to dive into the forests andover the hottest tourist districts.
hills on the island can do so on theFresh seafood is in seemingly endless
back of an ATV or strapped to asupply, and most dishes are tailor-made
lumbering elephant. A shooting range into satisfy tourists-not too spicy
Chatong has safe and reputablewithout a specific request. Authentic
facilities, and go-kart tracks are easyThai food is easier to find the farther
to find. No matter what your preferenceinland you go, where the crowds of
is, there's an outlet for the adventuretourists give way to legitimate Thai
seeker on vacation.villages and communities.
Island hoppingThai kick boxing
The archipelago of islands that extendsVisitors who come to Thailand
past Phuket is known around the worldspecifically to study martial arts will
for its beauty. Chartered daytrips cannot be disappointed in Phuket. Phuket
be arranged to almost any of theseTown, Chalong and Rawai are all home to
Andaman Islands, where passengers canopen training gyms where students learn
enjoy sightseeing, snorkelling andthe ancient martial art form of Thai
depending on availability, overnightkick boxing, or Muay Thai, which has
accommodation. You may have seen a fewincreasingly gained world recognition
of these islands in feature films likefor its highly effective combat style.
The Beach or a James Bond movie. A fewIts popularity is evident in the droves
of the more outstanding islands are Phiof spectators that gather every Friday
Phi, Koh Lanta, Coral Island, Kaewto watch the fights hosted in Phuket
Island, Similian Islands and SireyTown.
Island.Promthep Cape
Water sportsPromthep Cape is one of Phuket's most
Water sports at Phuket arephotogenic spots, a fact to which the
multi-faceted. Parasailing over thecrowds of tourists testify. On-site is a
Andaman offers a great perspective withpopular merit-making shrine covered in
the coast on one side and the horizon onminiature elephants. There's also a
the other. Scuba diving and snorkellingstatue erected in honour of a 19th
in the famously calm, clear waters is acentury prince well-known for founding a
fun activity that the whole family canThai school of navigation. The cape is a
participate in. For those with agreat place to take spectacular photos,
penchant for sailing, there are dinnerespecially at sunset when the evening
cruises to enjoy, sailing lessons inlight bathes this southernmost point of
which to enrol and fishing trips onthe island.



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