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Of all the beaches which form the coastline of Phuket, Patong Beach is the most developed, and also the most popular. Patong beach is over three kilometers long, so there is always an empty spot where holidaymakers can find a little privacy.
A shallow bay of golden sand, with the warm waters of the Andaman Ocean gently lapping the shore, Phuket Beach is pure beach lovers heaven. The water remains a constant 24 to 29 degrees centigrade the year round, always perfect for a swim. Just a short walk away the town of Patong offers every possible luxury and convenience, no need for taxis or other transport, everything is close to Patong Beach.
Patong Beach is ... Read more...
There is so much to see and do on Phuket, especially around Patong, that it can be hard to fit it all into a single vacation. If you don’t have your own transport things become even more difficult. If you want to get around some of the places that are more than a short walk from Patong Beach, then you should consider renting a motorcycle.
Basic scooters are available in several engines sizes, usually 100cc, 110cc and 125cc. Both automatic and semi-automatic are offered for rent by every motorcycle rental shop. You will also be given a complimentary crash helmet when you rent your motorcycle, be sure to wear this at all times. Not only are Phuket roads dange ... Read more...
Sitting atop the Nakkerd Hills, between Chalong and Kata,Big Buddha is fast becoming one of the must see attractions on Phuket. Newly constructed, this is a fantastic example of a large Buddha statue, placed on the highest point available to overlook the Buddhist people below it. Most large inhabited areas in Southern Thailand feature what has come to be known as a “Big Buddha”, but the one found on Phuket is the newest by far.
This new landmark can be quite tricky to find. It is located at the top of Chao Fao Road West. There are actually a pair of Buddhas, the white, concrete Big Buddha, and a smaller brass one. The large Buddha is 45 metres tall, t ... Read more...
Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing as we tend to call it in the western hemisphere, is a traditional style of Thai martial arts or self defence. Although it does have the word boxing in the name, the similarities between Muay Thai and the kind of boxing we see back home, are slight. For example, unlike boxing back in the west, Thai boxers can use not only their hands, but their feet and elbows, as well as some moves similar to wrestling grips.
There are two Muay Thai stadiums in Patong. The first of these, Bangla Boxing Stadium, is located right opposite the the Banzaan Market, next to the Jungceylon Shopping Complex, so it is very easy to find. The second is the Patong B ... Read more...
One of the great things about vacationing in Thailand is that many of the activities available are far cheaper to experience than in the west. This is true of Go Karting, which is becoming very popular with visitors to Patong. Additionally, Go Kart Racing in Thailand takes place outdoors, instead of on indoor tracks, as the weather is conducive to this. This means you will be racing on far larger kart tracks than you possibly have at home.
There are two Go Kart tracks on Phuket. The first of these is Phuket Kart Speedway, which is located in Kathu, on the way into Phuket Town, over Patong Hill, on the right. The second is Patong Go Kart Speedway, which is conveni ... Read more...
Thailand is not without its extreme sports experiences, even though it is better know as a beach holiday destination. Visitors to Phuket can experience ... Read more...
Thai cooking is renowned around the world for being one of the most diverse, tasty styles of cuisine. Most holidaymakers visiting Phuket will try at least some Thai food whilst they are on the island. Fewer attempt to actually learn to cook Thai food.
Thai food combines fresh local produce with pungent spices, to create an aroma and taste like no other. Good Thai food is unbeatable, and certainly something which many people develop a taste for whilst on vacation. Taking a Thai cooking course whilst staying on Phuket means you can still appreciate that taste when you head home.
Thai cooking courses, are a great way to learn how to cook authentic Thai fo ... Read more...
Phuket Zoo is a Zoo like no other in Thailand. Phuket Zoo resides within a 12 acre lush, landscaped tropical garden. Plenty of aged trees offer shade, as you stroll around this serene tropical paradise. Narrow waterways, crossed by using small bridges, create a series of islands within the park. Each island is home to a difference species of animal.
Each year Phuket adds to the variety of animals, birds, fish and reptiles which visitors may encounter. Additionally, the zoo operates some of the most advanced breeding projects in Thailand, and is helping to protect many endangered species, all of which can be found within the zoo. You will see everything from eleph ... Read more...
It seems that every young Thai person has one or more >b>tattoos these days. Tattoo art is nothing new to Thailand, but the western tattoo designs are. Over the last ten years, the number of tattoo shops which offer western style tattoos, using modern equipment, has grown steadily. Of course, if you are visiting Patong on vacation, and want to acquire a new tattoo to remember your holiday by, then this is good news.
However, for those looking for as truly Asian tattoo experience, it is best to seek out an old style Thai tattoo parlor, which still uses bamboo to imprint the ink into the skin. Bamboo tattoos do look different to machine made tattoos, they are ... Read more...
The Phuket Shooting Range has been operating for over 10 years, and has gone from being a simple outdoor firing range, to a full complex which includes a 24 alley indoor range and two outdoor ranges.
There is a wide range of firearms available for visitors to try out, and this includes several different calibre of guns, from .22mm to 9mm. The firearms selection includes shotguns, rifles and handguns.
Along side offering visitors a chance to test out some of the most famous firearms of all time, the Phuket Shooting Range also runs special combat shooting courses, designed to give visitors an idea of what it would be like to wield a weapon in a live fire ... Read more...
Visitors to Phuket have access to some of the world’s most inexpensive sports fishing. Even though sports fishing in Phuket is far less expensive than other areas of the world, this does not mean there is not of high quality. Indeed, the Andaman Ocean around Phuket, especially out towards the Similan islands, is noted as providing some of the best game fishing to be found anywhere.
A whole range of species can be caught from either boat or shore, and this includes both blue and black Marlin, Wahoo, Dorado, Tuna, Kingfish and a whole range of other species.
Fishing on Phuket is good all year round, but for the very best sports fishing you’ll ... Read more...
Phuket Town is the only real metropolitan area to be found on the island of Phuket. Phuket Town is of interest to visitors to Phuket, as it gives a snapshot in to every day Thai life, that is if the visitor is willing to look beyond the parts of this small city which have been developed solely for holidaymakers.
Early in the morning, you will find monks gathering arms from the local community, to be taken back to the local temple and shared as part of the communal morning meal. At the same time, the local food markets are doing their morning trade, as Thai people shop for their daily food. This is a typical start to the day for most Thia people who live outside o ... Read more...
Although Phuket is most usually known for its hedonistic beach holiday scene and vibrant nightlife, it is not without its historical and cultural highlights. Most notable of these are the Buddhist Temples.
There are local temples (Wat) to be found all over Phuket, although there are two which are considered to be of major importance. The first of these is Wat Chalong, which is built upon the site of the statue of Luang Por Cham, a Thai hero who was key to overcoming the Chinese Rebellion (also known as the Angyee) of 1876. This is one of the most famous temples in Thailand, and is visited by tens of thousands of Thai people every year. Two of the previous abbots ... Read more...
There is no national holiday anywhere in the world quite like Songkran. Songkran is the celebration of the Thai new year, which starts on the 13th of April, and depending upon where you are in Thailand, Songkran Festival can last between 3 and 10 days. What makes Songkran so special? Simple, where else on earth would you find a festival which is nothing short of a 10 day long national water fight? Songkran takes place during the very hottest part of the year, and Thai people spend Songkran dousing each other with water in any way they can.
Songkran on Phuket only lasts three days, with the third and final day being the most lively. Be warned, if you are on the st ... Read more...
Of all the beaches which form the coastline of Phuket, Patong Beach is the most developed, and also the most popular. Patong beach is over three kilometers long, so there is always an empty spot where holidaymakers can find a little privacy.
A shallow bay of golden sand, with the warm waters of the Andaman Ocean gently lapping the shore, Phuket Beach is pure beach lovers heaven. The water remains a constant 24 to 29 degrees centigrade the year round, always perfect for a swim. Just a short walk away the town of Patong offers every possible luxury and convenience, no need for taxis or other transport, everything is close to Patong Beach.
Patong Beach is ... Read more...
There is so much to see and do on Phuket, especially around Patong, that it can be hard to fit it all into a single vacation. If you don’t have your own transport things become even more difficult. If you want to get around some of the places that are more than a short walk from Patong Beach, then you should consider renting a motorcycle.
Basic scooters are available in several engines sizes, usually 100cc, 110cc and 125cc. Both automatic and semi-automatic are offered for rent by every motorcycle rental shop. You will also be given a complimentary crash helmet when you rent your motorcycle, be sure to wear this at all times. Not only are Phuket roads dange ... Read more...
Sitting atop the Nakkerd Hills, between Chalong and Kata,Big Buddha is fast becoming one of the must see attractions on Phuket. Newly constructed, this is a fantastic example of a large Buddha statue, placed on the highest point available to overlook the Buddhist people below it. Most large inhabited areas in Southern Thailand feature what has come to be known as a “Big Buddha”, but the one found on Phuket is the newest by far.
This new landmark can be quite tricky to find. It is located at the top of Chao Fao Road West. There are actually a pair of Buddhas, the white, concrete Big Buddha, and a smaller brass one. The large Buddha is 45 metres tall, t ... Read more...
Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing as we tend to call it in the western hemisphere, is a traditional style of Thai martial arts or self defence. Although it does have the word boxing in the name, the similarities between Muay Thai and the kind of boxing we see back home, are slight. For example, unlike boxing back in the west, Thai boxers can use not only their hands, but their feet and elbows, as well as some moves similar to wrestling grips.
There are two Muay Thai stadiums in Patong. The first of these, Bangla Boxing Stadium, is located right opposite the the Banzaan Market, next to the Jungceylon Shopping Complex, so it is very easy to find. The second is the Patong B ... Read more...
One of the great things about vacationing in Thailand is that many of the activities available are far cheaper to experience than in the west. This is true of Go Karting, which is becoming very popular with visitors to Patong. Additionally, Go Kart Racing in Thailand takes place outdoors, instead of on indoor tracks, as the weather is conducive to this. This means you will be racing on far larger kart tracks than you possibly have at home.
There are two Go Kart tracks on Phuket. The first of these is Phuket Kart Speedway, which is located in Kathu, on the way into Phuket Town, over Patong Hill, on the right. The second is Patong Go Kart Speedway, which is conveni ... Read more...
Thailand is not without its extreme sports experiences, even though it is better know as a beach holiday destination. Visitors to Phuket can experience ... Read more...
Thai cooking is renowned around the world for being one of the most diverse, tasty styles of cuisine. Most holidaymakers visiting Phuket will try at least some Thai food whilst they are on the island. Fewer attempt to actually learn to cook Thai food.
Thai food combines fresh local produce with pungent spices, to create an aroma and taste like no other. Good Thai food is unbeatable, and certainly something which many people develop a taste for whilst on vacation. Taking a Thai cooking course whilst staying on Phuket means you can still appreciate that taste when you head home.
Thai cooking courses, are a great way to learn how to cook authentic Thai fo ... Read more...
Phuket Zoo is a Zoo like no other in Thailand. Phuket Zoo resides within a 12 acre lush, landscaped tropical garden. Plenty of aged trees offer shade, as you stroll around this serene tropical paradise. Narrow waterways, crossed by using small bridges, create a series of islands within the park. Each island is home to a difference species of animal.
Each year Phuket adds to the variety of animals, birds, fish and reptiles which visitors may encounter. Additionally, the zoo operates some of the most advanced breeding projects in Thailand, and is helping to protect many endangered species, all of which can be found within the zoo. You will see everything from eleph ... Read more...
It seems that every young Thai person has one or more >b>tattoos these days. Tattoo art is nothing new to Thailand, but the western tattoo designs are. Over the last ten years, the number of tattoo shops which offer western style tattoos, using modern equipment, has grown steadily. Of course, if you are visiting Patong on vacation, and want to acquire a new tattoo to remember your holiday by, then this is good news.
However, for those looking for as truly Asian tattoo experience, it is best to seek out an old style Thai tattoo parlor, which still uses bamboo to imprint the ink into the skin. Bamboo tattoos do look different to machine made tattoos, they are ... Read more...
The Phuket Shooting Range has been operating for over 10 years, and has gone from being a simple outdoor firing range, to a full complex which includes a 24 alley indoor range and two outdoor ranges.
There is a wide range of firearms available for visitors to try out, and this includes several different calibre of guns, from .22mm to 9mm. The firearms selection includes shotguns, rifles and handguns.
Along side offering visitors a chance to test out some of the most famous firearms of all time, the Phuket Shooting Range also runs special combat shooting courses, designed to give visitors an idea of what it would be like to wield a weapon in a live fire ... Read more...
Visitors to Phuket have access to some of the world’s most inexpensive sports fishing. Even though sports fishing in Phuket is far less expensive than other areas of the world, this does not mean there is not of high quality. Indeed, the Andaman Ocean around Phuket, especially out towards the Similan islands, is noted as providing some of the best game fishing to be found anywhere.
A whole range of species can be caught from either boat or shore, and this includes both blue and black Marlin, Wahoo, Dorado, Tuna, Kingfish and a whole range of other species.
Fishing on Phuket is good all year round, but for the very best sports fishing you’ll ... Read more...
Phuket Town is the only real metropolitan area to be found on the island of Phuket. Phuket Town is of interest to visitors to Phuket, as it gives a snapshot in to every day Thai life, that is if the visitor is willing to look beyond the parts of this small city which have been developed solely for holidaymakers.
Early in the morning, you will find monks gathering arms from the local community, to be taken back to the local temple and shared as part of the communal morning meal. At the same time, the local food markets are doing their morning trade, as Thai people shop for their daily food. This is a typical start to the day for most Thia people who live outside o ... Read more...
Although Phuket is most usually known for its hedonistic beach holiday scene and vibrant nightlife, it is not without its historical and cultural highlights. Most notable of these are the Buddhist Temples.
There are local temples (Wat) to be found all over Phuket, although there are two which are considered to be of major importance. The first of these is Wat Chalong, which is built upon the site of the statue of Luang Por Cham, a Thai hero who was key to overcoming the Chinese Rebellion (also known as the Angyee) of 1876. This is one of the most famous temples in Thailand, and is visited by tens of thousands of Thai people every year. Two of the previous abbots ... Read more...
There is no national holiday anywhere in the world quite like Songkran. Songkran is the celebration of the Thai new year, which starts on the 13th of April, and depending upon where you are in Thailand, Songkran Festival can last between 3 and 10 days. What makes Songkran so special? Simple, where else on earth would you find a festival which is nothing short of a 10 day long national water fight? Songkran takes place during the very hottest part of the year, and Thai people spend Songkran dousing each other with water in any way they can.
Songkran on Phuket only lasts three days, with the third and final day being the most lively. Be warned, if you are on the st ... Read more...
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