| ext">The glory of Phuket tourism is in its | | | | Phi Phi Island |
| resplendent coast. This southern island is | | | | With just a short 45—minute journey from |
| surrounded by warm turquoise waters of the | | | | Phuket, you will be transported to the tropical |
| Andaman. Thailand beach travel does not get any | | | | paradise and famous islands of Ko Phi Phi. |
| better than this, with coral reefs, cliffs, | | | | It’s the ultimate tropical getaway in Phuket |
| spectacular bays that range from calm and blue | | | | tourism, where every moment is picture perfect. |
| water beaches to rocky forelands pounded by | | | | Phuket Fantasea |
| high raging surfs. And while the coastline is | | | | Located on Kamala beach, Phuket Fantasea is the |
| considered as the icing on the cake, the cake | | | | ultimate night-time cultural theme park of Phuket. |
| itself is just as desirous. Phuket Tourism offers its | | | | It has won several awards including the Best |
| tourists a lot more than just beaches. The island is | | | | Attraction Thailand Tourism Award’ |
| a mixed bag of temples, aquariums, theme parks, | | | | Attractions include the Culture-Illusion Stage Show, |
| golf courses, waterfalls, war monuments, | | | | Fantasy of the Kingdom and a spectacular buffet |
| museums and wildlife sanctuaries. A few of the | | | | restaurant Golden Kinnaree Restaurant. |
| must-see places in Phuket include: | | | | Wat Phra Thong |
| Hat Patong (Patong Beach) | | | | A temple which remains as mysterious today, as |
| Located approximately 15 kilometers from the | | | | it did centuries ago. A major attraction in Phuket |
| city, this beach is one of the most vibrant and | | | | tourism, the temple has a solid gold idol of Buddha. |
| most visited in Thailand beach travel. With a | | | | But here’s what should interest you |
| picture perfect postcard view of a 3-kilometer | | | | — the idol apparently cannot be moved. |
| long white sandy beach this one is perfect for | | | | The legend goes that hundreds of people who |
| swimming, lazing, and enjoying challenging water | | | | have tried to move it since it was first found, |
| sports such as jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, | | | | have died. Located in Thalang, away from |
| sailing and parasailing. The beach offers all ranges | | | | highway 402, this mystery temple attracts |
| in accommodation, shopping and a dazzling night | | | | thousands of tourists every year. |
| life. | | | | |