Phuket - Thailand:
It is truly a paradise on earth and is Asia's most popular beach
destination with spectacular scenery and beautiful sunsets. Lying off the South
west coast, in the Andaman Sea. Phuket tourism is very popular and it is not
only the largest island of Thailand but also the most visited Island of
Thailand, blessed with spectacular limestone peaks, mesmerizing blue seas and
unspoiled tropical islands. Along with its natural beauty, it has a lot more
to offer to its visitors, the Sino-Portuguese architecture and its
hospitality will leave you spellbound. The main religion here is Buddhism and
Thai Muslims make up approximately 35% of Phuket’s population. The residents of
Phuket consist of Thais, Chinese, Malays and Chao Leh, sea gypsies and most
people reside around Phuket city and Patong beach. Phuket Tourism offers a
variety of expensive and inexpensive accommodation and activity options fitting
the budget off all that come here.
• Phuket Tourism Overview
• Getting There
• Transportation And Car Rental
• Climate / Weather
• Golf
• Shopping
• Top Hotels
• Nightlife
• Important/Useful Phone Numbers
• Spa
• Attractions and Activities
PHUKET TOURISM AND TRAVEL OVERVIEW:
The Phuket Tourism and travel industry has become one of the most important source of income for the people of Phuket. With white sandy beaches on the west coast and thousands of tourists pouring in and out of the island, it is among the most popular beach destinations of Asia. A tiny tropical island, almost the size of Singapore, resplendent in all her natural glory, Phuket has a bit of everything for all its visitors. One of the main reasons for the Popularity of Phuket tourism is its beautiful beaches that are known for great swimming, diving and beach combing, some most popular beaches are, Patong Beach, Kata Beach, Rawai Beach, Nai Yang Beach, and Bang Tao Beach. Along with the incredible beaches, hills and lush jungle, Phuket is a water lover's paradise with plenty of water activities.
GETTING THERE:
Phuket has an international airport (IATA: HKT, ICAO: VTSP), therefore visitors can fly directly into the island. It is also connected to the mainland by a bridge making Phuket tourism convenient and easy. The International Airport is located in the northern part of the Island with frequent flights to and from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lampur, Europe, Australia and several other popular countries. The nearest Train station is at Surat Thani which is about Three hours away. Tourists can also take a bus from Bangkok, Hat Yai, Chumphon, Phang Nga, Ranong, Satun, Sungai Kolok and Surat Thani. Ferry services are also easily available connecting Phuket to the near by Islands.
TRANSPORTATION AND CAR RENTAL:
Getting around Phuket is easy since the roads are good and the transportation system is well organized. There are frequent bus services from Phuket Town to the Patong Beach and less frequent services to the other beaches. Taxis are easily available and are mainly of two types, Tuk Tuks and conventional sedan style Taxi's. Tourists can also rent a car or bike but due to the rash driving habits of the people of Phuket, accidents are common and several people die each year, therefore it is recommended to use taxis and buses during your Phuket tourism vacation. However, if tourists do want to rent a car or a bike, they are easily available at a reasonable price.
CLIMATE - WHEN TO GO:
Due to the monsoon winds that blow all year round, Phuket is mostly hot and humid throughout the year with two distinct seasons, rainy and dry. The rainy season lasts from May to October and the dry season lasts from November to April. However, the best time for tourism and to visit Phuket is January to May.
GOLF:
Golf is an important segment of Phuket Tourism Industry that has been constantly growing over the years. Phuket Golf Courses are of world class quality making Phuket Travel and tourism even more popular. There are mainly five Phuket Golf courses here, Loch Palm Golf Club, Blue Canyon Country Club, Thai Muang Golf Club, Laguna Phuket Golf Club and Mission Hills Golf Resort.
SHOPPING IN PHUKET:
In addition to the roadside stalls and markets there are quite a few shopping centers and department stores here, along with a good selection of boutiques and specialty shops. Phuket tourism offers traditional Handicrafts, textiles, leather goods, clothing, ceramics, gems, jewellery and antiques, which are sold all over the island. The popular shopping areas are located at the Phuket City and Patong. The prices are fixed in the department stores but a lot of bargaining takes place at the other places. Therefore, feel free to bargain in order to get the best price.
TOP HOTELS:
Phuket tourism offers good hotels and resorts in Thailand. Phuket tourism offers a wide variety of accommodation options catering to the needs and budget of its visitors. The price depends upon the location and the luxuries provided by the hotel. Some of the popular hotels and resorts in Phuket are, Bangtao Village Resort, Amora Beach Resort, BW Premier Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa, Dusit Laguna Resort Hotel.
PHUKET NIGHTLIFE:
One of the main attractions of Phuket tourism is its thriving nightlife with Thai style nightclubs, live music, beachside bars, discos and go-go clubs. Most of Phukets nightlife is concentrated around the Patong beach. The discos usually charge 100 baht for admission but this includes a coupon for a single drink. Some of the popular discos and bars here are - Tai Pan, Banana Pub and The Shark Club. There are plenty of Beer-Bars and go-go bars. Along with the pubs and discos, Night Safari is also a popular attraction here, the safari starts at 10p.m. at the southern end of Patong. Phuket Nightlife has something for all types of tourists with a variety of options.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS :
Tourist Police : 212046, 212213
Phuket Tourism Authority Office : 212213
Airport : 327230-4
Wachira Hospital : 211114
Mission Hospital : 212386
1 USD = 32.125 Thai Baht
INFORMATION ON PHUKET SPA:
There are excellent Spa facilities with different types of spas catering to the needs and desires of customers who come for Thailand tourism. Various Spas offer a variety of Treatments and packages including soothing and healing therapies. It is recommended to get your booking done in advance, especially if you are traveling in the peak tourist season.
