Phuket is one of the most visited destinations in Thailand. Its beaches, food, sights and activities, along with hotels and villas all over the island, cater for a wide range of visitors and budgets.
Place for a perfect holiday
There are plenty of things to do in Phuket, from fine dining and excursions to neighbouring islands to shopping and nightlife. If you stay in one of the larger beach resorts, the beach is always within walking distance. Alternatively, you can rent a scooter or a car to get around the island and visit sights such as the Big Buddha and the island's many temples. To ride a scooter you need a valid licence that covers motorcycles, and you must wear a helmet.
There are a number of inland towns in Phuket, and over time small towns have grown up around each beach, each with its own community and pace of life, from very lively to relaxing. This variety draws many visitors back to try a different place, and some have even chosen to retire in Phuket.
The busier parts of Phuket are lively round the clock: the nightlife begins at sunset, and you can still meet people on the beach at sunrise with a cup of coffee, watching the day break.
If you stay in a beachfront hotel, you can lounge by the pool, have a meal, go for a walk, enjoy a massage on the beach or shop for souvenirs. For something more active, you can try parasailing or rent a jet ski.
Many visitors who come to Phuket return again and again.
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