| Taking a vacation is a great way to enhance your | | | | region such as Muay Thai or Thai kickboxing, |
| mental health, rekindle your relationships, and gain | | | | which were once used by warriors to protect the |
| self confidence. But, you could enjoy the full | | | | kingdom from external powers. Similarly, if you |
| benefits of a vacation only if the location you | | | | are weary after a full-day activity in any of the |
| have chosen for your vacation is mesmerizing. | | | | fabulous beaches of the area, then take a |
| Location for taking a vacation usually depends | | | | refreshing spa massage to rejuvenate your mind |
| upon the personal interest of the travelers. Some | | | | and body. |
| may find pleasure in vacationing in hi-fi destinations | | | | Further, Phuket is a kid friendly destination, with a |
| packed with modern attractions as well as | | | | myriad of options for children such as nature |
| cityscapes while some may prefer to spend their | | | | parks and yoga sessions exclusively designed for |
| vacation in a tranquil destination. There are also | | | | kids. Above all, Phuket is a shoppers' paradise, |
| vacationers who would like to tour a destination | | | | with a myriad of shops selling antique and |
| which are a blend of both modern and old. | | | | handicraft items, pearls, gems, jewelry, and |
| Phuket would be perhaps the first location that | | | | apparels. In short, Phuket has something for |
| comes into your mind when you think of a | | | | everyone! |
| memorable as well as an enjoyable vacation amid | | | | A visit to Phuket would be incomplete without |
| serene settings filled with magnificent beaches and | | | | taking a tour to its unbelievable temples and |
| action-packed adventures. Dubbed as 'the Pearl of | | | | shrines, among which perhaps the most famed is |
| the Andaman' or 'the Pearl of the South,' Phuket | | | | the Wat Chalong, a Buddhist temple with an |
| has become a favorite spot among holiday | | | | expansive prayer hall enshrining three statues of |
| makers from across the world. Bounded by the | | | | most revered monks such as Luang Por Chaem, |
| sparkling blue waters of the Andaman Sea, | | | | Luang Por Chuang, and Luang Por Gluam. Also, |
| Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, and is | | | | popular are shrines such as Wat Phranangsang, |
| located about 850 kilometers from the capital | | | | dedicated to two heroines who defeated |
| city, Bangkok. | | | | Burmese attackers during the Thalang Battle, and |
| With an incredible variety of beaches, the island is | | | | Wat Phra Thong, enshrining an enormous half |
| truly a haven for beach lovers. Every beach in the | | | | buried image of the Lord Buddha. |
| island has its own uniqueness. When some are | | | | Apart from these, make a visit to old Phuket |
| noted for its stunning and serene caves, others | | | | town, which is home to a range of attractions |
| may be favored for excellent facilities that they | | | | such as Heroine's Monument and several |
| provide to enjoy a range of activities. Most | | | | Sino-Portuguese colonial mansions. To take a peep |
| popular among the beaches in the area are | | | | into the historical past of the region, a great way |
| Patong, which becomes lively during night, Kamala, | | | | would be to visit the museums here such as |
| Surin, Nai Yang, and Karon and Kata beaches. | | | | Phuket Sea Shell Museum and Thalang National |
| All of these together form a paradise for ocean | | | | Museum. Also, while your stay at Phuket take a |
| lovers. You just think any of the water sport | | | | tour to Khao Phra Thaeo National Park with |
| activities, it would be readily available in the island. | | | | diverse flora and fauna, Marine Biological Research |
| Phuket has been rated among the top ten scuba | | | | Centre, Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, with |
| diving destinations in the world. A host of other | | | | thousands of butterflies, and Promthep Cape. |
| activities can also be enjoyed here, which among | | | | With these umpteen attractions, the tourism |
| many others, are boating, fishing, deep sea fishing, | | | | industry in Phuket is steady as well as stable. The |
| jet skiing, sailing, sea canoeing, water skiing, para | | | | destination boasts of accommodation choices to |
| sailing, and swimming. | | | | suit every budget and taste. For those who can |
| Apart from these, Phuket is also a popular | | | | spend extravagantly for their Phuket vacation, |
| destination among golf lovers, with a variety of | | | | some excellent options are available in the form |
| superb golf courses including Phuket Country Club, | | | | of hotels attached with high-end facilities and |
| Banyan Tree Club in Bangtao Beach, Blue Canyon | | | | amenities. For those seeking solace and privacy, |
| Country Club, and Loch Pam Golf Club, each of | | | | one of the best options would be to go for |
| them set within the backdrop of lush green | | | | accommodation choices such as rental villas |
| mountains and scenic vistas. | | | | inclusive of superb accommodation, transportation |
| Options are also available for travelers who want | | | | facilities, dining options, and maid servants. |
| to experience the indigenous art forms of the | | | | |