Holiday in Phuket: an introduction to the Pearl of Andaman

“A paradise island” Phuket is Thailand’s most popular tourist destination and largest island, 48 km in length, 21 km at its widest point. The beautiful tropical island consists of idyllic beaches, lush forest and a mountain range running the length of the island, accessible from the mainland by a bridge.

Phuket has many popular beaches Kata, Karon and Patong in the south and Kamala, Bangtao and Surin in the north, all on the west coast facing the Andaman sea. The island has many sea & beach activities, fantastic snorkeling, beautiful nature and it’s a great place with many options for a evening out of wining & dining, looking for balance or a way to relax, why not try a cheap massage on the beach or one of the more luxury Spa treatments that Phuket is well known for. Phuket has something for everyone.

One of the great pleasure of being in Thailand is that there is a great variety of places to eat where the cost of dinning is rather cheap when compared to those in Western countries. As Thailand is a major agricultural country, grains, vegetables, meat and all kinds of foodstuff are produced here at very reasonable prices. These factors together with the gift the Thai people have with cooking makes Thailand a paradise for every food lover. Those who come to Thailand will find an abundance of tropical fruits that are delicious and inexpensive, a great bonus. On the right side menu you can read more about what we recommend during your your stay in Phuket.  

Phuket, a brief history Phuket’s wealth previously came from rubber and tin mining, today the majority of its income is derived from the 5 million tourist that visiting the island yearly.  In 1933 Phuket became a province in its own right, and is now known as the pearl of the Andaman, it is a desirable tourist destination. The island has a rich and colorful history and was on one of the major trading routes between India and China, and was frequently mentioned in foreign ship logs of Portuguese, French, Dutch and English traders.