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 also very well developed, meaning there are all of the kinds of facilities which beach lovers may need or enjoy. Everything from ice cream stalls to beach massage. There is also a full range of beach equipment which can be rented by the hour. This includes deckchairs, shady umbrellas and sun loungers. Additionally, jet-ski and other water sports equipment is almost always available for hire close by. Many other water sports are on hand or close by and this includes scuba diving, snorkeling and windsurfing.

Patong Beach is Phuket’s premier beach, the beach which started the Phuket craze and helped to build the popularity of the island as an international vacation destination. The beach is still the best on the island. Not the most secluded, not the most beautiful, but certainly the best beach for holidaymakers.

If you are looking for this years beach holiday destination, then you could do far worse than chose Patong, arguably Thailand’s top tourist beach. Patong Beach has everything a holidaymaker could need, all within walking distance of the golden sands.

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