You can hardly talk about Phuket without mentioning the fantastic beaches and crystal waters of the Andaman Sea. Wander down to the beach and rent a chaise and umbrella
for the day for pennies, then lie back and wave your hand to order another beer.
There are many beautiful beaches around the island. most of the popular white sand, swimming beaches are on the west coast. The east coast is rockier and home to marinas and harbors catering to sailors and fishermen. You can indulge in Game fishing, diving, parasailing, snorkeling and sailing. |
Golf, golf and golf is the lure for many a sporting visitor to Phuket. World-class golf courses like Blue Canyon Country Club (2007 Johnny Walker Classic) offer a variety
of challenges in a tropical climate and beautiful settings. Female caddies add an
element of fun to the game, contributing their expertise and adding a unique Thai
spirit to your experience. Non-golfers can enjoy bungy jumping, elephant treks,
snake and monkey shows or a trip to a nearby island on a longtail boat. The Phuket
Zoo, Butterfly and Insectarium are fun and informative for visitors of any age. |
Whether your shopping taste runs to handcrafted items or boutique finds, you can indulge your passion in Phuket. Just before the sun sets, night markets spring up all over the island offering produce, prepared foods and everything else you can imagine. Batik shops offer colorful cloth and shirts and home décor shops have wood carvings, antiques, and silver treasures you can enjoy for many years to come. For upscale, modern shopping, Robinsons department store in Phuket Town, Central Festival and Jungceylon have all you could wish. |