PHUKET ISLAND THAILAND

PHUKET ISLAND

THAILAND

Phuket Island is a well known treasure among the many islands of Thailand. Popular with visitors, it is also a cruising paradise for sailors.

Ao Chalong is a clearing port for yachts, there are many on anchor and in the Marina. Both, the anchorage and the marina are being looked after by the Big Buddha.

Road access is easy, Sarasin Bridge connects Phuket Island to the mainland. The busy airport connects Phuket to the world. There is a plan to build a light rail system for airport entry to the fabulous beaches of Phuket as well as Phuket Town. However, Phuket beaches are the reason visitors come here. Andaman Sea coast offers quiet and secluded beaches like Mai Kao and Nai Yang with crystal clear and warm waters, just perfect for swimming and sea kayaking or just relaxing in the sun. Ban Tao Bay, Kamala, Karon and Kata beaches are popular with resorts and restaurants lining their shores. Patong beach and town are the centre of action on jet skies and night life with music, discos, bars and restaurants busy until early hours.

Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist country so a number of temples are present on Phuket Island and can be visited.

They offer spiritual peace, meditation and a relaxed outlook on life. Phuket has everything from energetic water sports to a relaxed vacation.