One of Thailand’s larger islands, it offers something for everyone, from those looking for action packed days and all-night entertainment to couples looking for a relaxing retreat. As well as the sheer diversity of accommodation in Phuket on offer with every conceivable style of resort, it also offers almost every activity a holiday in Phuket could possibly want, from kayaking and golf to island hopping and Tahi cookery Classes. A holiday in Phuket has everything!
Families can visit Phuket Fantasea, rise horses along the beach, visit a butterfly farmer try all manner of water sports. Located about an hour’s flight or overnight bus from Bangkok, Phuket is a vibrant island resort, globally renowned for its hospitality and choice of top hotels. Fashionable beach hotels with exotic restaurants and spas surround the stunning Phang Nga Bay off the west coast of Thailand, a white sandy coastline with a lively atmosphere.

Patong, Kata Karon and Kamala are the must-see Phuket beaches, each with their own scenic beauty and attractive amenities. Patong is the true hub and by far the liveliest while Kata and Karon in the south are more relaxed, but also offer their own amenities including restaurants. Bang Tao in the north is ideal for those who want to get off the beaten track but stay close to Patong’s nightlife options.
Beaches across the board are cleaner than they have been in over 20 years, and Phuket has gone some way to addressing its old image of tacky, overcrowded seaside town. Deluxe hotels in Phuket and resorts are helping to maintain the drive towards top quality and luxury accommodation and Phuket too, has jumped on the Chic Thailand bandwagon, with boutique hotels in Thailand heralding a change in direction for the island.
Patong has been singled out by the tourism authority of Thailand to become the model resort in terms of development, and over the next few years, many more greener, environmentally friendly spaces, nature trails and cycle paths will add to the allure of the resort.
The legendary phuket nightlife is as rowdy as people want it to be, with the neon lit hub of patong promising everything from wild and wacky bars to upscale restaurants. Phuket will appeal to almost everyone, and is an ideal place for families wanting a holiday in Thailand for the first time. Divers will like the proximity to the Similian Islands, whilst those looking for a quiet retreat for a few days are close to the laid back resorts of Khao Lak, Ko Racha and Ko Yao. There is also plenty of scope for island hopping around Thailand.
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