Phuket Island

Wednesday, 08 July 2009 11:38

phuket island

Phuket, Thailand’s largest island has long been known as the ‘Pearl of the Andaman’. Many people return here year after year charmed by the white sand beaches, the lush tropical landscape and the fresh seafood, but most of all by the Thai people themselves with their friendly smiles,

their laid back attitude and their fondness for "sanuk" (fun), they seem to say ‘if it’s not fun, why bother?’ Whatever you are looking for, spectacular marine life, diving, sailing, nightlife, activities, knock off designer goods, bold hussies, Armani tailors or a pack of wild dogs, you are sure to find something to suit in Phuket.

Phuket is famous for its spectacular and varied coastline, from long stretches of white sand with still waters to rocky headlands pounded by the stormy surf. Secluded bays hidden amongst thickly forested headlands plummeting down to powder fine sandy beaches. At times you feel as if you are the only person on the island. When you have done lapping up all the beauty, turn a corner and you will find a developed beach packed with beach chairs, hawkers and red faced tourists strutting their cellulite in attractive red thongs.