Phuket travel - luxury Phuket holiday villas
Known as ‘The Pearl of the Andaman’, it is no wonder Phuket travel is so popular and has become one of Asia’s loveliest and most popular holiday destinations. With it’s stunning west coast beaches, lovely tropical hinterland and excellent tourist infrastructure including luxury Phuket holiday villas, Phuket travel takes an important place in the guide books of Thailand. There are plenty of great natural and man-made sights to see, both on the island and in the adjacent coastal area and surrounding islands.
Most commonly, Phuket travel is comprised of a series of beach resort areas, each enjoying it’s own sweeping bay, well developed tourist centre and great luxury Phuket holiday villas. The island is just the right size; small enough to tour in a day, but, Phuket is still big enough to give everyone a little space, even those preferring to escape the tourists.
On Phuket, a guide can meet you at your luxury Phuket holiday villas and help with your sightseeing if you would like, but mostly you can enjoy it on your own by renting a scooter or car, or joining one of the many Phuket tours that come with their own guide. The most popular sights to see are the number of beaches and wildlife on Phuket and the surrounding islands
Tour of Phi Phi island
The amazing Phi Phi Island is one of the most incredible islands on our planet and because of this it was featured in the James Bond movies. You may travel to Phi Phi in a speed boat and get there within minutes. The scenery is stunning. The island is surrounded by crystal clear waters and covered with lush rainforest. Visitors will enjoy delicate Thai dishes, go for a shopping expedition and head back to Phuket. This island is truly magical.
Tour of Similan island
Visitors that enjoy nature will love visiting the Similan Islands with its infamous rock formations. The jungle is lush and the ocean has a rich marine life that you will enjoy exploring while snorkeling or possibly diving if you are a certified diver.
Phuket Beaches
Few islands can brag of such an abundance of beautiful sandy beaches and clear waters as Phuket. The winding roads along the west coast of this 540-square-km island offer stunning views and easy access to some of the world's finest beaches as you enjoy winding your way on a scooter or in a car. Whether one wants to sample the busy pace of Patong or find solitude on a remote stretch of sand in the north, Phuket's beaches have it all for the sun seeker and photographer. (Beaches: Patong, Kata and Karon, Kamala, bangtao are the most popular, but, not necessarily the most beautiful)
Scenic Outlooks
There are many viewpoints looking out over east and west Phuket affording sunrise as well as sunset views. The most popular is Promthep, but, that doesn't make it any less spectacular. There, you'll get amazing views over the ocean stretching as far as Phi Phi Island on a good day. Be sure to see Phuket's other viewpoints such as the 'Three Beaches' hilltop venue on the road between Nai Harn and Kata or enjoy a cocktail at the After Beach Bar nearby while the sun slips into the western horizon.
Wat Chalong and phuket Temples
Wat Chalong is one of Phuket's most important temples and it is visited by thousands each year. It's beautifully decorated with what they call infinite reflections from hundreds of tiny glass pieces and several pagodas. On special holidays, Wat Chalong hosts 'country fairs' with a real local flavour where you can buy just about anything and snack on more Thai food than you can imagine. Wat Chalong has an interesting history and is Phuket Island's spiritual centre. You haven't seen Phuket if you've never visited this fascinating temple.
Patong's Bangla Road at Night
There are few things in this world to prepare you for an after-dark walk down Patong's Bangla Road. However, a sense of humour and an open mind are musts if you're looking to have some fun. In fact, there's only one obvious fact about Bangla – it's nothing like home. With its “ladyboys”, exotic girls, enchanted westerners (mostly male) and plenty of extremely outgoing people, shopping or sipping on a beer at Bangla Road at night is a definite moment you’ll never forget.
