Phuket is one of the world's paradise places with everything any visitor could possibly want.
As a family destination, it offers a wide range of different accommodation including villas, which are ideal for families with small children, hotels, and guesthouses.
With plenty of attractions combined with water sports, relaxation, shopping and sunbathing, Phuket is a destination for all seasons.
Situated in the Andaman Sea, Phuket has been bestowed with the name "Pearl of the Andaman".
Phuket is situated in the south of Thailand and these days transportation is easy with Phuket International Airport servicing the region.
Around the same size as Singapore, Phuket is an island giving it a romantic quality but is attached to the mainland by a land bridge.
The economy is based around tourism and with the magnificent coves, white beaches, and crystal sea; it is easy to see why Phuket is so popular.
The island's residents are charming and friendly and the local cuisine is fabulous.
Transport is plentiful in Phuket with open air taxis, motorbike rental, and buses, which makes it easy to get around and explore the sights on your own.
The tourist attractions in Phuket are perfect for families with children and are educational as well as being fun.
Do not miss the Phuket Aquarium, butterfly farm, crocodile farm and FantaSea.
There are many places of cultural interest so do not miss The Wat Chalong Temple.
For a special treat visit the monkey sanctuary where a rehabilitation programme prepares Gibbon monkeys for being returned to the wild.
Kids will love the chance to adopt a gibbon and they will receive an adoption pack and T-shirt plus regular newsletters and information on the progress of their gibbon.
This is a great way to teach kids about conservation of endangered species and a lasting souvenir of Phuket.
The gift shop sells souvenirs and all proceeds from the merchandise go towards the upkeep of the project.
If you have the chance to go to Phuket town, it is a real experience to visit the Lor Rong Market to taste some Phuket specialties.
You will eat some of the most delicious dishes and the friendly stallholders will be delighted to see you trying their cuisine.
It is not the biggest food market but the sweets and some dishes cannot be found anywhere else.
Why not try some sweet dishes like banana deep-fried in rice crumbs - delicious or some of the little sweets made with rice flour and coconut milk cooked in tiny pans with clay lids - add sugar for an authentic Phuket experience.
Some savory dishes worth trying are stuffed spring rolls with red pork or shrimp with vegetables and sweet brown sauce and the local specialty of fried vermicelli, fried shallots, and spring onion, served with pork ribs and a clear soup.
Lor Rong Market is situated after the Jui Tui Shrine past the local bus station in the town of Phuket.
Phuket will capture your imagination and your heart and you will find yourself returning time after time.
As a family destination, it offers a wide range of different accommodation including villas, which are ideal for families with small children, hotels, and guesthouses.
With plenty of attractions combined with water sports, relaxation, shopping and sunbathing, Phuket is a destination for all seasons.
Situated in the Andaman Sea, Phuket has been bestowed with the name "Pearl of the Andaman".
Phuket is situated in the south of Thailand and these days transportation is easy with Phuket International Airport servicing the region.
Around the same size as Singapore, Phuket is an island giving it a romantic quality but is attached to the mainland by a land bridge.
The economy is based around tourism and with the magnificent coves, white beaches, and crystal sea; it is easy to see why Phuket is so popular.
The island's residents are charming and friendly and the local cuisine is fabulous.
Transport is plentiful in Phuket with open air taxis, motorbike rental, and buses, which makes it easy to get around and explore the sights on your own.
The tourist attractions in Phuket are perfect for families with children and are educational as well as being fun.
Do not miss the Phuket Aquarium, butterfly farm, crocodile farm and FantaSea.
There are many places of cultural interest so do not miss The Wat Chalong Temple.
For a special treat visit the monkey sanctuary where a rehabilitation programme prepares Gibbon monkeys for being returned to the wild.
Kids will love the chance to adopt a gibbon and they will receive an adoption pack and T-shirt plus regular newsletters and information on the progress of their gibbon.
This is a great way to teach kids about conservation of endangered species and a lasting souvenir of Phuket.
The gift shop sells souvenirs and all proceeds from the merchandise go towards the upkeep of the project.
If you have the chance to go to Phuket town, it is a real experience to visit the Lor Rong Market to taste some Phuket specialties.
You will eat some of the most delicious dishes and the friendly stallholders will be delighted to see you trying their cuisine.
It is not the biggest food market but the sweets and some dishes cannot be found anywhere else.
Why not try some sweet dishes like banana deep-fried in rice crumbs - delicious or some of the little sweets made with rice flour and coconut milk cooked in tiny pans with clay lids - add sugar for an authentic Phuket experience.
Some savory dishes worth trying are stuffed spring rolls with red pork or shrimp with vegetables and sweet brown sauce and the local specialty of fried vermicelli, fried shallots, and spring onion, served with pork ribs and a clear soup.
Lor Rong Market is situated after the Jui Tui Shrine past the local bus station in the town of Phuket.
Phuket will capture your imagination and your heart and you will find yourself returning time after time.
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