The Most Exotic Beach Destination in Asia |
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Phuket lies in the Andaman Sea off southern Thailand´s west coast. Among the most popular of beach destinations in the world, Phuket is commonly referred to as the "Pearl of South". It is the largest island in Thailand. The terrain is incredibly varied, with rocky headlands, long broad sandy beaches, limestone cliffs, forested hills, small estuaries, lagoons, and tropical vegetation of all kinds.
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How to go:
By Air – Phuket has sizeable airport. Flights leave from Bangkok and other cities.
By Land – To Phang-Nga and cross the "Sarasin Bridge"
Beaches: Patong, Kata, Karon, Nai Harn, Nai Thon, Mai Khao etc.
Best Time:
For Tourists - November to April, Temperature ranges from 27 to 29 C (80 – 85 F)
For Locals - August and September, Temperature - 32 C (90 F)
Activities: swimming, sunbathing, diving, sailing, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, trekking etc.
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