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The beaches and areas of Phuket: the most popular places for holidays on the island. Which area to choose, where to stay and where to swim - reviews of tourists and expert advice from the "Subtleties of Tourism".

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On an island on the west coast a large number of beaches and bays with white sand, washed by the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.

Bang Tao (aka Laguna Beach) is the most luxurious beach on the island, where wealthy people from all over the world spend their holidays. This is where the famous hotel Laguna Phuket and five-star hotels of the world famous "chains". In hotels - numerous restaurants with cuisine various countries, SPA-salons, gyms. The level of service is impeccable. It is worth noting for fans that there are golf courses nearby.

Surin - a cozy beach with the atmosphere of a traditional Thai village - in Lately becoming more and more popular with tourists. New hotel complexes have been built here, infrastructure has been developed, and the beach is becoming more and more crowded from season to season.

A secluded beach, the pristine beauty of which is suitable for relaxation and relaxation. Here are cozy hotels 3-4 *. The infrastructure is practically not developed, but the hotels have all the necessary services for recreation. It is on this coast that the famous attraction in Thailand is located - Phuket FantaSea.

On Nai Yang Beach in December 2003, the Hollywood film "Bridget Jones's Diary" starring Hugh Grant and Renee Zellweger was filmed.

The most popular and crowded beach of the island with numerous 3-4 * hotels and guesthouses, restaurants and bars, massage parlors and discos. The entire nightlife of the island is concentrated on Bangla Road (thanks to this street, Patong was even nicknamed “Little Pattaya”). Rest here we recommend young and active travelers.

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This beach is divided by a cape into two parts. It is considered the most beautiful and clean on the island. Karon's wide promenade lined with quiet restaurants, bars and shops, night market, has been recently renovated. Hotels are presented for every taste: from 3 to 5 *. It is worth noting that they all stand across the road from the beach. Which is not at all a disadvantage - the sandy strip is wide and the cleanliness is constantly monitored by the relevant services. Rest on Karon Beach, we recommend young travelers who value comfort, and couples with children.

This beach has two parts. The infrastructure here is a little less developed, and the rest is ideal for those who appreciate peace and tranquility. There are shops and restaurants in the center. Hotels of various levels - from 3 to 5 *, many are located directly on the beach and are famous for their stunning views.

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Nai Harn is a small bay in the very south of Phuket. There is only one hotel and several restaurants, so lovers of peace and tranquility, as well as newlyweds, should like it.

Cape Panwa is the only beach located on the eastern part of the island. Distance from nightlife and entertainment makes it attractive for those who appreciate a relaxing holiday. There are only a few hotels here, the infrastructure is practically not developed. The cape offers a magnificent panorama of the islands located near Phuket.

Nai Yang - a 3-kilometer strip of sandy beach, the waters of which are protected by a ridge of coral reefs. On Nai Yang Beach in December 2003, the Hollywood film Bridget Jones's Diary starring Hugh Grant and Renee Zellweger was filmed. Old-timers say that 25 years ago, huge 2-meter turtles laid their eggs on Nai Yang Beach, and children played with pearls found in the sand. Since 1986, the beach has been included in the marine national park, along the beach stretches a cozy promenade path. Motorized water sports such as scooters or parachutes are prohibited.

Thailand's two most popular tourist destinations are like yin and yang opposites in atmosphere, entertainment and audiences. Therefore, choosing one of the two resorts for relaxation is not difficult, most importantly, carefully read the review!

Resorts on the map

As you can see, the main resorts of Thailand are at a decent distance from each other. Pattaya on northeast coast, and Phuket in the southwest of the country. They are separated by 993 kilometers. This is about 14 hours by car or a couple of hours of flight.

Weather

We wrote more about the holiday seasons in Thailand at. The table above will give you an idea of ​​the difference in weather conditions. From experience, in Pattaya it is better to relax from to. In Phuket from November to .

If suddenly you are brought to Thailand in the summer, it is definitely better to go to Pattaya. There, the weather is more pleasant at this time, and there are more entertainments.

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Pattaya

The largest tourist city is 150 km from the capital of Thailand - Bangkok. Unlike other resorts, you can get here in just a couple of hours by bus directly from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport. The developed infrastructure of the city and proximity to the main metropolis of Southeast Asia allows you to make your vacation rich, varied and interesting.

However, this resort has its own zest. Sex tourism made it popular. The most famous street city ​​- Walking street - the concentration of Thai debauchery. What you will not see here is from harmless go-go bars and colorful transgender performances to amazing sex shows. Therefore, the circle of vacationers here is appropriate. Single aged men or companies of reckless youth prefer to come here in search of adventure.

Well, the muddy coast and the proximity of the beaches to the city affected the transparency of the water and the cleanliness of the beaches, not for the better. Therefore, if you want paradise vacation"on the island of the Bounty", it is better to immediately go to the next section. Well, if leisure and incendiary parties are yours, start choosing the perfect beach.

Beaches

Pattaya Beach

The central city beach does not differ from its counterparts in other countries - this is an abundance of vacationers, garbage and not the cleanest sea. Along the entire beach there is also a highway, where, raising dust into the air, cars and motorcyclists rush around the clock.

During the day, residents of neighboring hotels and guesthouses like to sunbathe here after an active night pastime on Walking Street at the southern end of the beach. But here, along the entire coast, there are dozens of cafes, restaurants and street food stands (macashnits) for every taste and budget. Here along Pattaya Beach Road are located best shops, shopping centers and various entertainment establishments of the city. Therefore, if you are not going for a beach holiday, there is no better place than Pattaya Beach!

Jomtien

In the north, the main city beach of Pattaya Beach passes into Jomtien. Therefore, there is no particular difference in infrastructure, entertainment and cleanliness of the sea coast between these two busiest beaches. The only thing is that Walking Street is located at a distance from Jomtien, so the atmosphere here is calmer, nightclubs are increasingly replaced by massage parlors, and cafe prices are pleasantly pleasing.

Jomtien has developed extreme entertainment. The main center of attraction for those who like to tickle their nerves is the Pattaya Tower. It is from its roof, after examining the city panorama, that I propose to go down cable car in a bandage, cradle or closed cabin directly to Jomtien Beach.

Dongtan

Clean, calm, compact beach in the very south of the coast. True, there is one but! Dongtan Beach in indivisible ownership was occupied by representatives of sexual minorities. Therefore, the rainbow flag fluttering in the Thai winds is visible from all its parts, and men of all ages predominate among vacationers.

But all loaded highways pass away from the beach, as well as most cafes, shops and shops. Therefore, a real relaxing holiday in a specific environment on Dongtan is guaranteed!

Wong Amat

Wongamat Beach is located in the very north of the coast. This is the most pleasant and well-maintained local beach with almost white sand (on the other beaches the sand is yellow). The sea here is calm and not as muddy as on the central beaches. In addition, the cleanliness of the place is carefully monitored by the staff of high-class hotels and condominiums, which are built up almost the entire beach line.

Therefore, if you plan to stay at a hotel on the coast and prefer a beach holiday, you won’t find a better place here! In other cases, passage to beach area outside tourists is limited.

Where to stay

There are a lot of housing offers, and the prices are pleasantly pleasing! So a room in a guesthouse here can be rented for 300-400 THB per day. True, you will have to live either far from the coast, or with windows overlooking the city's busiest thoroughfares - Sukhumvit Road, Pattaya Beach Road or the already mentioned Walking Street.

For those who prefer a comfortable stay, there is where to roam. Along the coast, there is a huge number of upscale 3-5 star hotels with prices for a double room from 700 THB per day. Among the hotels are well-known world chains - Four Seasons, Holiday Inn and Hilton, as well as local luxury resorts and small hotels.

Double room in a hotel on the territory of the famous building Pattaya - Pattaya Tower Resort - will cost 1500 THB.

Prices

This is one of the cheapest Thai resorts. In Phuket, the second most popular tourist destination, holidays will cost, on average, 1.5-2 times more.

Food prices in local eateries start at only 30-40 THB, and a full seafood lunch in good restaurant on the coast will cost no more than 500 THB. By the way, lunch at McDonald's costs only 2 times lower. Western fast food here is not cheap!

From alcohol, Thais prefer the local beer Chang or other southeastern brands Singha, Tiger and Leo. They sell it on every corner, and a small can will cost 50 THB.

It is better to buy fruits not in stores and supermarkets, but in markets where they will be fresher and cheaper, and there will be more choice. The most expensive fruits in Thailand are our native apples and plums (from 100 THB per kilogram), but tropical exotics are several times cheaper! Mangoes are 60-80 THB/kg, dragon fruit are 40-60 THB/kg, bananas are 30-35 THB/kg and watermelon or pineapple can be found for as little as 20-25 THB/kg.

Phuket

The largest Thai island (which is why the Thais add Koh to the name)) and, concurrently, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world offers a textbook vacation in the tropics: clear and transparent azure sea, white sand, tall palm trees, an abundance of cheap seafood and exotic fruits.

Unlike its fellow, the central city on the island - Phuket Town - is located at a distance from the beaches. Therefore, all the main urban infrastructure is within easy reach, and nothing pollutes the surroundings of the beaches.

Koh Phuket is perfect for those who prefer typical urban entertainment (museums, shopping and parties in nightclubs) to a classic beach holiday and familiarity with tropical nature. Although parties with shopping here will be enough!

Beaches

Patong

most populous and tourist beach The resort, due to its population, is much inferior in the cleanliness of the coast and the transparency of the sea to its neighbors. The atmosphere here is lively and rave, so it reminds tourists of Pattaya. This is because Patong has many nightclubs, striptease bars and other places of entertainment that are directly related to the sex tourism industry.

Along the entire beach line of Patong there is a highway, with opposite side from which restaurants and cafes lined up densely. The beach is in abundance filled with sun loungers of the mentioned establishments, which are offered to be used not only by cafe visitors, but also by anyone for 100 THB.

Karon

The second most popular local beach, unlike Patong, where active party youth prefers to stay, is more suitable for family vacation. Despite the fact that Karon is populated no worse than Patong, the atmosphere here is calmer, there are not so many intimate establishments, bars and nightclubs with girls of easy virtue.

However, the popularity of the resort among a wide range of tourists and the abundance of hotels did not have the best effect on the cleanliness of the beach. The coast and the sea here, as in Patong, are not bad, but still not from the dream of a paradise “Bounty Island”. On the other hand, the asphalt road that separates the beach from residential buildings has preserved it almost in its original form and did not allow it to be occupied by restaurants and cafes.

Bang Tao

Bang Tao is the most expensive beach with first-class service and luxurious hotels, stretching along the 8-kilometer coastline. As expected, the staff of neighboring hotels carefully monitors the coast here, so the cleanliness in Bang Tao is exceptional.

central part The beach is occupied by a complex of 7 luxury resorts "Laguna". The guests of the complex are waiting not only for swimming pools, beauty salons and restaurants, but also their own access to the sea and even a specially equipped golf course!

Especially for wealthy tourists, Bang Tao offers expensive branded boutiques, massage and spa salons with high-class service, as well as many restaurants with world cuisines and bars with a claim to good taste, as opposed to cheap Patong establishments.

Kamala

A small bay with a calm sea, a gentle slope and fine white sand north of Patong was chosen by European pensioners. Therefore, the atmosphere here is quiet and conducive to a leisurely beach holiday.

The southern part of the beach is livelier than the sedate north with its upscale hotels. In the south of Kamala there are many shops, small shops, inexpensive cafes and restaurants. Local fishermen live here, every morning they go to sea for their catch, and in the evening they pull their traditional long boats ashore.

Where to stay

With a large number of beaches for a wide variety of audiences, accommodation can also be found for every taste and budget. On the island, you can rent not only a standard hotel room, but also apartments in a modern condominium right on the coast (at a price comparable to a 3-4 star hotel) or even a whole mansion with a swimming pool.

The most budgetary guesthouses and hotels are located, of course, on Patong and Karon - the most densely populated beaches. Here, a decent, but unpretentious room in a guest house can be rented for 700 THB per day. However, you will have to live either far from the beach, or with windows overlooking noisy and busy streets.

The smaller and more deserted the beach, the more local hotels will ask for accommodation. Double rooms in inexpensive 2-star hotels, on average, start from 1000 THB per night, and in the fashionable Laguna resorts in Bang Tao they reach up to 3500 THB.

Prices

As already mentioned, rest here is seriously more expensive than Pattaya. For example, the average cost of dinner in a good restaurant here will reach 900 THB. And for the main dishes in local cafes you will have to pay from 50-60 THB. True, prices at McDonald's throughout the country remain stable - 200 THB for a combo lunch. And compared to restaurants in Phuket, prices for Western fast food no longer seem to be as biting here as they are in Pattaya. Almost the same prices for alcohol throughout the country - 50 THB apiece. Cans of beer can charge up only in cafes on the first line of beaches.

And here is what certainly pleases - low prices for seafood. In local supermarkets, you can buy sea fish or fresh squid at a price of 50-60 THB / kg, and a kilogram of king prawns will cost 200-230 THB. In cafes and restaurants, you can order Tom Yam or rice with seafood, where the vast majority of the plate space will be occupied by palm-sized shrimp, for 120-150 THB.

Prices for fruits in the resorts do not differ much. In addition to the legendary Thai mango (60-80 THB/kg), exotic dragon fruit (40-60 THB/kg), inexpensive bananas (30-35 THB/kg) and watermelons (20-25 THB/kg), Phuket markets and fruit stalls you can find papaya 2 times cheaper than in Pattaya (25-30 THB/kg). And tropical mangosteen and lychee will cost 60-65 THB/kg.

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Before giving victory to one of the resorts, you need to understand how Pattaya differs from Phuket. Despite the apparent similarity, these are two opposite poles: high-rise buildings with asphalt against the open spaces of the sea.

Pattaya and Phuket: differences and features

Pattaya city sprawled on the coast Gulf of Thailand, in the heart of the Industrial Zone of Thailand. Two hours away is the 15 millionth. Pattaya is the oldest resort in Thailand. It began to develop since the middle of the twentieth century, and now has an extensive, perfectly functioning infrastructure, and a full range of services.

Here everyone will find something to their liking: cultural objects, a developed trade network, various salons, national cuisine and nightclubs with girls. This is the best starting point for excursions to the main attractions and exotic islands. Pattaya - perfect place for those who intend to learn everything about Thailand in a short time.

Phuket resort is located on the island of the same name, the largest in Thailand. The island is open to all winds. You can also get here by land, a bridge leads from the island to the mainland. The mountains are interspersed with densely built-up valleys. Plantations of coconut palms are spread in the valleys, and relict trees have been preserved in the mountains. rainforests, national treasure of the country.

Phuket or Pattaya, where the weather is better

The distance from Phuket to Pattaya is a good 1000 km from north to south, so climatic conditions these places are different. The weather in Thailand always pleases with warmth. But the rainy season, from early summer to mid-autumn, makes its own adjustments.

In Pattaya, everything is just as comfortable - the climate here is drier, so the rainy season in - manifests itself more like cloudy days than showers. And if it rains, then most often at night. Very rarely at sea high waves. It is pleasant to relax here at any time of the year.

In the city itself, the beach is a narrow sandy shore next to the road and suspiciously muddy water. Not surprisingly, the “King River” (Chao Phraya) flows into the Gulf of Thailand, which flows through Bangkok and through a dozen other cities. The resort has long been inhabited and managed to grow old, so the hotels in the city are no longer “the first freshness”. But Russian-speaking staff is much more common here, and signs are duplicated in Russian.

Phuket is an island. The pristine nature has been preserved here: a green kingdom with monotonously noisy waterfalls and clean mountain rivers. The sea is on all sides, the beaches are clean, the infrastructure is new, with ultra-modern ones. Phuket captivates with its remoteness from big cities and the incredible beauty of the landscapes. There are many viewing platforms and secluded places, including deserted beaches.

Do not feed bread, give ... - Spectacles, of course

Phuket or Pattaya, where is it better to relax for lovers of entertainment or history? The city of Pattaya does not have its own attractions. Paid tours are conducted with a trip to Bangkok or the surrounding area.

The choice of sightseeing tours and entertainment is very large, for every taste: monuments and temples, crocodile or cobra farms, parrot park and monkey city, elephant riding, zoos and water parks, ship cruises, spectacular transvestite shows, nightly haunts, shopping and much more other, up to extreme tourism and trips to neighboring countries.

Pattaya is considered a city of sex tourism, the focus of which is walking street. Here you can see unpleasant scenes, walks with children in this area are not recommended. The city is very dynamic and noisy, the diversity is breathtaking, and desires go crazy. Such an eventful pastime is more suitable for nightlife lovers, people who are used to enjoying every moment and having fun to the fullest.

Phuket offers its tourists a completely different atmosphere. This real thailand, it has a different taste and smell: quiet nights, authentic Thai cuisine, and fragrant coffee under palm trees.

Here is an ideal place to relieve stress, but also an equally rich choice of entertainment: a dolphinarium and a zoo, safari tours and elephant rides, island cruises, diving and fishing for octopuses, flying over the jungle and other extreme sports, as well as evening shows, SPA -procedures and interesting shopping.

The island has great postcard views for photography enthusiasts. This is a small well-organized paradise on earth, where everyone who loves an interesting, but calm and respectable vacation will feel good. Fans of noisy parties will not be deprived - on Patong Beach, nightlife is in full swing.

Cheap and plentiful, or expensive but tasteful

Pattaya is considered the cheapest resort in Thailand. The cost of the flight and moving here from Bangkok is low. Prices frankly please everywhere.

Phuket has its own international airport, the second largest in the country, but getting here is still longer and more expensive. On average, prices here are one and a half times, or even two times higher than in Pattaya. But in terms of the quality of rest, Phuket is more likely to be an elite resort.

So all the same, Phuket and Pattaya, which is better? Comparison of these two places causes some gourmet associations. Pattaya is a table bursting with abundance, where it is impossible to resist trying everything. Phuket is an expensive, refined, delicate dish that requires a leisurely enjoyment of all shades of taste. What to choose is up to you.

Phuket is considered the second most popular resort in Thailand, every year more and more tourists come to rest here. And this is not surprising, since Phuket is truly a paradise with azure sea, white-sand beaches and picturesque tropical landscapes. However, before flying to Phuket, you need to think through everything in advance and understand exactly where it is better to relax. Therefore, in this article I will tell you where it is better to relax in Phuket so that your trip will bring you maximum joy and vivid impressions.

If you are flying to Phuket with children, then the best place to relax is the beaches and. In these two areas, there are many family hotels where everything is provided for children (food, playrooms and playgrounds, children's beds, etc.). Such a service will make your holiday in Phuket with children as comfortable as possible. The price category of hotels here is diverse and everyone can find a suitable option for themselves. On the shores of Karon Beach there are wonderful hotels Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, Beyond Resort Karon, there are also more budget options Baan Karon Buri Resort and Simplitel Hotel. As for Kata Beach hotels, the most popular hotels are Casadel Sol Hotel Phuket and Centara Kata Resort Phuket, out of more budget options Kata Silver Sand Hotel or Ibis Phuket Kata Hotel.

The entrance to the sea on the beaches of Kata and Karon is smooth and shallow, the water is clean and warm. Therefore, relaxing on these beaches with small children is very comfortable. But do not forget about the rainy season from May to October, when it is not safe to swim in the sea due to large waves.

In terms of the number of cafes, restaurants, retail shops, shops, pharmacies, massage parlors and various parties, Kata is inferior to Karon Beach. Therefore, if you want a more relaxing holiday, then I recommend choosing Kata Beach.

Recreation for youth

Where is the best place for young people to relax? As you know, young people prefer to relax actively and have fun, so especially for them in Phuket there is the most noisy and party, as well as the famous Bangla Road. There are many shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, massage parlors, clubs and discos in the Patong area. Here you will not be bored day or night. Patong beach itself is quite clean, the sand is white, but the water is muddy. The beach has a lot of water activities, merchants are constantly scurrying around offering to buy souvenirs, clothes or food.

Patong has a huge amount of affordable housing, as backpackers and students love this place. For example Patong Backpacker Hostel or Phuket International Youth Hostel. On the first coastline of Patong Beach there are expensive hotels B-Lay Tong Phuket or Phuket Graceland Resortwhere you can have a wonderful rest in Phuket.

Rest for pensioners

Senior citizens can also have a great vacation in Phuket. The beaches of Kata, Karon are ideal for them, where a relaxing holiday and developed infrastructure are combined at the same time. Also, for maximum comfort, you can check into a hotel with its own beach, where each guest will receive the highest service and care. These hotels include Dusit Thani Laguna or Moevenpick Resort Bangtao.

Holidays in Phuket are perfect for retirees, because there are a large number of massage and spa salons that will allow them to improve their body and restore vitality. A stay in nature and sea air will benefit any person. Just do not forget about the safety of exposure to the sun. Always use sunscreen and wear a hat.

solitary places

Most beaches with developed infrastructure in Phuket are crowded. But there are also calm, secluded places where you can stay in silence away from civilization. These beaches include Mai Khao, Nai Thon and Nai Yang.

Mai Khao Beach is included in the national reserve of Thailand, so there are no umbrellas and sunbeds on the shore. They are prohibited there. It is on this beach that you can enjoy the untouched beauty of nature.

Where is the cheapest place to stay?

If you want to save on vacation, it is best to settle in less tourist areas and away from the sea. Accommodation in hotels is always more expensive than in a guesthouse or hostel, but the conditions there are not so comfortable. If you are going to relax in Phuket for a month or more, then it is better to rent a house or an apartment in a condominium. Their cost starts from 10,000 baht, although some manage to find cheaper. I rented a one-room apartment in the Plus Condominimum 2 condominium, which is located in the center of the island in the Kathu area. I wrote about my experience of renting housing in Phuket.

Also, many tourists come to Phuket during the rainy season (from May to October) to save money, but I don’t recommend doing this, since Phuket has a very pronounced rainy season and you won’t be able to swim in the sea due to big waves. If you want to relax in Thailand during the rainy season, then go to the resorts of the Gulf of Thailand (Pattaya, Koh Chang, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao). There, even in the rainy season, you can have a good rest on the beach.

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If you have broken the globe looking for the best place to go in October, then our next tip is especially for you. Break out of the autumn weather and wait for the arrival of winter into a sunny summer. You are waiting for the Pearl of the Andaman Sea - the island of Phuket. In October, there is still summer weather and not at all autumn temperatures. In the morning the thermometer rises to +27 °C, in the afternoon it reaches +30..+32 °C, and in the evening the air cools down to +24..+25 °C. The water temperature in this resort in Thailand ranges from +28..+29 °C. The only thing that can interfere with your adaptation is high relative humidity, reaching about 90%.

Video: Holidays in Phuket in October

What to do with yourself during a holiday in Thailand in Phuket? If the weather does not favor a beach holiday, then sightseeing tourism, new discoveries, numerous clubs and bars await vacationers. The island is rich in national parks wild jungle and the rarest species of flora and fauna, magnificent waterfalls (Katu, Ton-Sai, Banglea) and fast-moving rivers (in the province of Phang Nga, tourists are offered rafting). The festival village, which is located in the Phuket Fantasy entertainment park, will tell tourists about Thai traditions. Here you can also see the performance of elephants and the show of singing fountains. In October, a colorful and shocking Vegetarian Festival awaits guests of the island with fireworks and parades, as well as participants piercing parts of their bodies with incredible objects.

Well, in sunny days you are waiting for the perfect and clean white sandy beaches and coral reefs of the island. Each of them is a small world with its own characteristics. And no matter how different they are, all of them are united by a well-developed infrastructure, entertainment for every taste, hot sun and gentle sea.

The beaches of Phuket

Secluded Freedom Beach

Where is it better to go in October, which beach to choose if you are looking for a secluded vacation? One of the best beaches on the island will suit you freedom beach. This beach is secluded and inaccessible. And even though it is a private property, access here is open to everyone.

You can get to the beach on foot (but it is long, tiring, and even dangerous after rain) or on a longtail (in the high season they sail from Patong, less often from Kata or Karon). By choosing sea ​​route, you will be able to see some more hidden but lively sandy coves. These are the beaches of Tri Trang, Tri Tra and Paradise.

Freedom is different from the usual beaches for tourists. There are no "bananas" and water skiing. But here you can go snorkeling (admire beautiful corals and colorful fish), play football or beach volleyball.

Crazy Patong Beach

The heart of Phuket is famous for round-the-clock noise, brightness of colors and a large number of people - Patong beach. First of all, Patong is popular due to the beach itself and vibrant nightlife, but tourists are also attracted by shopping, restaurants and massage parlors located here. Half of all hotels in Phuket are located in the Patong area, giving tourists the opportunity to choose between hotels, guesthouses, apartments, bungalows, villas and cottages designed for every taste and budget.

High season on not too big beach Patong apple has nowhere to fall. True, in its northern part it is less crowded, there are no traders with stalls, and the water is much cleaner.

And what is a vacation without beach activities. Patong Beach has all the conditions for parasailing, aquabiking, beach volleyball, windsurfing, tourists are invited to ride on small motor boats.

Patong's nightlife is centered around Rat U Thit Road and Soi Bangla. Here, the doors of Go-go bars, nightclubs and beer bars are open for tourists, ping-pong shows, cabarets and ladyboys are waiting.

Popular Karon Beach

The second most popular beach on the island Karon beach- located in its southwestern part. Unlike Patong Beach, there is not such a vibrant nightlife here and tourists can enjoy a well-developed infrastructure, cleanliness, a pleasant and calm atmosphere of the beach. The latter became possible because only a small part of the hotels are located near the water. The rest are built on streets perpendicular to the beach at a distance of 200-300 meters from the first line.

The white coral sand of Karon Beach, the warm water of the Andaman Sea, a wide range of entertainment (banana riding, water skiing, windsurfing, kiting, diving, snorkeling and sailing) make this beach very attractive for tourists.

Picturesque corals on Kalim beach

Among the many beaches of the island, it stands out especially Kalim beach. It is almost impossible to swim here (or you need to do it with great care) and you should not go barefoot. But the rocky coast of Kalima is interesting not for a beach holiday, but for the fact that during low tide you can go to the coral reefs, and dive under the water, admire the colorful inhabitants of the sea: sea shells, stars, cucumbers and many exotic fish. There is no rental of sun loungers, umbrellas or equipment for water entertainment on the beach, but the number of hotels, bars and restaurants is more than enough.

Kata Family Beach

Closes the top three Kata beach- an ideal place for family holidays, especially families with children. Here you will not find noisy entertainment, discos and bars. But Kata Beach is rich in excellent restaurants, shops and souvenir shops. And not far from the beach, on the territory of the local market, you can buy fresh fish and seafood. By the way, at your request, it can be cooked right on the spot. The main reasons for choosing Kata as a holiday destination are:

• Gentle descent. Especially at low tide, the depth of the sea remains shallow for a long time.
• The beach is protected by hills on both sides.
• Right behind sand strip the rainforest begins.
• Picturesque coral reef.

Cozy Mai Khao beach

Where is the best place to go in October for lovers of a relaxing holiday, hiking and the amazing beauties of nature? There is one thing in Phuket cubby that meets all of these parameters. Mai Khao Beach - the longest and quietest beach on the island - offers tourists just a few hotels, a complex of villas, fitness, SPA-salons, bars and cafes, as well as playrooms for kids. Mai Khao beach is part of the national park. Since large turtles and their frequent companions sharks come to the beach from November to February to lay their eggs, the best period to visit here can be called the time from May to October. Another highlight of the beach is the Splash Jungle Water Park, famous for its seven themed areas.

The lack of umbrellas and sun loungers, poorly developed infrastructure (small cafes, souvenir shops and shops, massage parlors) allow you to switch your attention to walking. Only here, walking along the Thachatchai trail, you can get through the mangrove swamps along fragile wooden bridges.

Calm Nai Yang Beach - the choice for a "wild holiday"

If you prefer to relax as a savage and are planning on vacation not to rent a hotel room, but to tent, then the best choice would be a comfortable and calm Nai Yang beach. Here, in a bay fenced off from the sea by a coral reef, you can feel unity with the picturesque nature of the island. Restaurants, bars, internet cafes, car rentals and shops are available to tourists. Of the entertainment on Nai Yang Beach, you will find:

• Market with local delicacies, vegetables, fruits, national costumes and souvenirs, which opens three times a week.
• Walks through the unique mangrove forests.
• Visit Wat Nai Yang temple - a real work of art.
• The opportunity to try yourself in extreme kitesurfing.
• Massage sessions, body and face care, masks and wraps.
• Walk along the entire beach on an elephant.

Nai Thon beach is a choice for families

Less popular Nai Thon beach. The first line of the beach is practically free of hotels, most of them are located across the road from it. Here come those who prefer Fresh air, a relaxing holiday by the sea, away from the hustle and bustle of tourists. Beach holidays can be alternated with a visit to the water park and the National Reserve.

Nai Thon Beach can be an ideal solution for a family vacation. Thanks to the gentle entrance to the sea, the kids get the opportunity to frolic in shallow water. And the low tide increases the coastline several times.

The longest beach in Bang Tao - "Laguna"

The most picturesque beach of the island, both tourists and locals consider the longest beach of Bang Tao (translated as “Laguna”). 5 km bang tao beach offers guests a luxurious beach holiday, 5-star hotels, waves ideal for surfers and a small coral reef that will amaze divers with its beauty.

Since holidays in Bang Tao are considered elite, the prices here are much higher (compared to the rest of the coast). For the same reason, you will not find noisy bazaars, small cafes and numerous merchants here.

Restricted access to Pansy Beach

There is an unspoken rule that the beaches of Thailand are accessible to everyone. But every rule has an exception. In Phuket, Pansy Beach has become such - perhaps the only beach to which access is limited. Pansy beach welcomes guests with tranquility and solitude, azure transparency of the sea, coral reefs and waves of 2-3 meters. There are no attractions, large cultural centers and shops. This paradise designed to relax not only the body, but also the soul. And the achieved unity with nature helps to forget about the hustle and bustle of the big city.

Under the shade of pine trees on Surin Beach

Where is the best place to go on holiday in October? to get a chance to see some celebrity? Movie and pop stars are frequent guests of the so-called “millionaires beach” - Surin. Surfers love it, because in almost any season you can “catch a wave” here. For the same reason, he regularly hosts surfing competitions. Distinctive feature Surin beach are not palm trees familiar to this island, but pines. Popular beach activities include kayaking and snorkelling.

The duality of the "Italian" Laem beach

On the west coast of Phuket awaits tourists picturesque beach Laem. Situated under a steep headland in a bay surrounded by palm trees and dotted with giant boulders, it gives the impression of something secret. Laem beach as if divided into two parts: lovers of swimming prefer the northern one, and lovers of scuba diving prefer the southern rocky one.

Since this beach is especially popular with tourists from Italy, it is sometimes called "Italian". For the same reason, some restaurants in Laem have introduced Neapolitan dishes to their menus.

Young Kamala Beach

Not far from Patong is a young Kamala beach, whose popularity is growing every season. The beach, located inside a curved bay, is surrounded by sugar and coconut palms. Here, tourists are waiting for the peace and tranquility of the sea coast, shady places to relax, picturesque sunsets and stunning views from the top of the Khao Phonthurat hill. And two small beaches welcome guests with shallow water and vibrant coral reefs.

Beach holidays here can be combined with a cultural program. Shows in the style of Las Vegas are offered to tourists by the cultural centers Phuket Fantasea, Palace of Elephants, Fantasy of A Kingdom and Iyara Spectacular. During performances, achievements modern technologies allow you to convey to the viewer the mysterious atmosphere of the traditions of Thailand.

The white-sand Chalong Bay is guarded by the Buddha himself

The white-sand Chalong Bay beckons with its sights. And although the statue of the seated Buddha, located on Mount Nakkerd (at an altitude of 400 meters), is not the highest in the world, for Thailand it is the undisputed leader. Today, this 45-meter statue, made of concrete and covered with white jade, is fighting for the title of Thailand's new shrine.

No less interesting are other sights of Chalong: Chalong Temple, coral island, an orchid farm and a 720 meter jetty. The latter was built here not by chance, because Chalong is recognized as the heart of the kingdom's sailing world. Chalong Bay beach chosen by lovers of water, as well as active and extreme sports. Tourists who know how to use weapons are waiting for a shooting range, a paintball club and a special shooting range for archery. Those who do not like weapons can ride go-karts, quad bikes or elephants.

Quiet Rawai Beach

For safe and quiet rest you should go to Rawai Beach. And do not be confused by the rather rocky bottom and large low tides. The beach, protected from the wind, offers vacationers a shallow and safe sea for children. Rest on Rawai Beach can be diversified by visiting the fishing village of Gypsy Village. Here live the descendants of sea gypsies and robbers, who once plied the expanses of the seas. In the morning, Gypsy Village offers tourists a variety of fresh fish. A nice bonus for vacationers will be a lot of Seafood restaurants. In them, without leaving the beach, you can try Thai cuisine.

Sea blue and slender palm trees of Nai Harn Beach

Would you like to know where it is better to go on vacation in October in search of picturesque landscapes? White sand, clear to blue sea and slender palm trees are waiting for you Nai Harn beach. Guests are served by several small cafes and two shops.

In your free time from sunbathing, you can go to sea on a sailboat, which can be rented at the Nai Harn Yacht Club; visit one of the most beautiful monasteries of the kingdom - Samnak Song Nai Han; or a shady island nestled in a small lake 300 meters from the beach. It offers a playground and a fitness area, as well as bike paths.

Kata Noi beach is waiting for divers

From the south, the chain of coastal beaches is completed by Kata Noi beach. Half a kilometer of white sand, tall palm trees and clear turquoise water, surrounded by stone boulders, complement comfortable hotels and small bars. Kata Noi beach a favorite place for surfers, snorkelers, connoisseurs of solitude and tranquility. There are no lively parties and noisy clubs. The poorly developed infrastructure is represented by several small restaurants and mini-markets.

The highlight of Kata Noi are small bars located at the top of the observation deck. Before the visitor of any of them opens a picturesque panorama of almost half of the island.

The best hotels in Phuket, Thailand

Baan Karonburi Resort 3*

• This 3-star hotel is located right on Karon Beach. Here tourists will find a combination of traditional Siamese architecture and modern interior, free wifi, air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV, safe, refrigerator, minibar and private bathroom with bathtub and shower.
• It offers traditional Thai massage, swimming pools for adults and children, a solarium and a gym.
• Lai Thai Restaurant and Bar serves a variety of drinks and cocktails, Thai and European cuisine, as well as seafood dishes.

Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort 3*

• This cozy hotel is just 200 meters from Karon Beach. It offers three outdoor pools, a fitness and spa center with herbal steam baths and massage treatments. Tourists are provided with all conditions for water sports. Each room at the hotel is equipped with a safe, a bathroom and cable TV.
• At Ocean View Beach Restaurant, you can not only enjoy the beautiful view of Karon Beach, but also try fresh grilled seafood.
• Popular Patong Beach is just a 12-minute drive from the hotel. Phuket Town is 25 km from the hotel, while international airport Phuket - 65 km.

Apk Resort & Spa 3*

• The Apk Resort & Spa offers air-conditioned rooms with modern furnishings, a refrigerator, cable TV and a bathroom with a bathtub. It offers a tour desk, massage and spa treatments, and a rooftop swimming pool. In places public use free Wi-Fi is available.
• The staff of the restaurant Ton Tong take care of the food of the vacationers. Here you can taste the dishes local cuisine and fresh seafood dishes. Breakfast is served every morning at the restaurant. Buffet".
• This 3-star hotel is a 5-minute walk from Bangla Road, 10 minutes from Patong Beach and 5 minutes from Jungceylong Shopping Mall. Phuket Airport is a 45-minute drive from the hotel.

Phulin Resort 3*

• This 3-star hotel features an outdoor pool with a children's corner and playground. Its bright rooms with modern furniture, air conditioning, refrigerator, safe and bathroom with bathtub and hairdryer are waiting for its guests. Vacationers are invited to combine a beach holiday with massages and day trips.
• The on-site restaurant serves a variety of international dishes. It is possible to order them in the room.
• Phulin Hotel is close to the most popular beaches islands. It is only a 10-minute walk from Karon Beach and a 10-minute drive from Patong Beach. The road to the city of Phuket will take vacationers 20 minutes, and to Phuket International Airport - 45 minutes by car.

Andaman Phuket Hotel

• Andaman Phuket features a restaurant, a rooftop outdoor pool, a fitness room, a hot tub, and a steam room and sauna. Rooms at the hotel are equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning. Each has a safe, a fridge, a desk and a bathroom with a shower.
• An American breakfast is served in the morning at Andaman Restaurant & Bar. For lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy local and international cuisine.
• Only a 15-minute walk separates the hotel from Patong Beach. Phuket Town can be reached in just 30 minutes and Phuket Airport in 45 minutes.

Diamond Cottage Resort & Spa 4*

• Nestled between Karon and Kata Beaches, this 4-star spa hotel is nestled in the hills, just a 5-minute walk from the Andaman Sea. The hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a spa with relaxing massages, a fitness centre, a sauna and a beauty salon.
• Rooms at the hotel have satellite TV, a safety deposit box and tea/coffee making facilities. Some of them have direct access to the pool. The spa hotel's cafes and restaurants serve Thai and international cuisine. At the Ma-Now Restaurant, you can enjoy the taste of your chosen dish both indoors and outdoors. Drinks are offered at the two poolside bars.
• The Diamond Cottage Hotel & Spa is only a few minutes' walk from the resort's shops and restaurants. Patong Beach is 4 km away and Phuket Town is 19 km away. Phuket International Airport can be reached within an hour.

Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach Resort 4*

• Situated on the shores of Bantagao Bay, Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa offers beautiful views and white sands. It offers guests 2 swimming pools, a fitness room, a spa, a tour desk, different kinds massage treatments, the opportunity to practice various water sports. The hotel's two restaurants offer fresh seafood, local and European cuisine. Rooms at the hotel are equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning.
• The spa resort is close to Phuket FantaSea and Laguna Phuket Golf Club. The road there will take vacationers only 10 minutes.

Chanalai Romantica Resort 4*

• This 4-star hotel features an outdoor pool, swim-up bar, restaurant and free Wi-Fi. The rooms, located around the pool, are equipped with a minibar, TV and DVD player. Each has tea/coffee making facilities, a safety deposit box and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower.
• The Stardust Hotel's restaurant welcomes guests every morning with a hearty breakfast. And the pool bar offers a variety of cocktails and tropical fruit juices.
• The Chanalai Romantica is very conveniently located. Just a 5-minute walk from Kata Beach, a 10-minute walk from the numerous restaurants and shopping centers Kata Shopping Plaza, a 10-minute drive from the department to the Kata Viewpoint, and 20 minutes from the bustling city of Patong.

Katathani Phuket Beach Resort 4*

• Katathani Phuket Hotel, located opposite Kata Beach, is a favorite place for connoisseurs of a relaxing holiday. It features 6 swimming pools, 6 restaurants, 2 fitness centers, Tew Son Spa offering soothing massages, game rooms, a library and tennis courts.
• Each room at the hotel has a private balcony with peaceful views of the landscaped gardens. Relax in the rooms with cable TV.
• The menu of the hotel's restaurants consists of international dishes. Vacationers are offered a variety of dining options, such as a barbecue on the beach or a gourmet dinner. Those wishing to try their hand at culinary arts can enjoy interesting master classes.
• If you want to disturb the peace of your holiday, you can visit the entertainment venues located just a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The road to Phuket International Airport will take guests of the island one hour.

Naithonburi Beach Resort 4*

• This 4-star hotel is close to Bliss Beach Club, Wat Prathong and Splash Jungle Water Park. 8 kilometers separate it from Khao Phra Theo National Park, Paradise Beach and Catch Beach Club.
• The hotel offers a spa center with a hot tub and shiatsu massage, as well as golf and diving opportunities. The hotel's lobby restaurant serves Thai cuisine.
• Each of the 75 rooms of the hotel has a telephone, satellite TV, air conditioning, balcony, bathroom with hairdryer and shower. If necessary, guests are provided with a safe, a conference room for business purposes and Internet access.
• Phuket airport is only a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Angsana Laguna Phuket 5*

• The highlight of this 5-star hotel, located in Bang Tao Bay, can be called a 323-meter swimming pool. It features a spa with massages and Asian-inspired treatments, yoga classes with a personal instructor, snorkeling, a gym and unlimited free Wi-Fi in rooms. For golf enthusiasts, a free shuttle service is available to Laguna Phuket Golf Club.
• Dining is catered for by Market Place, which serves a buffet breakfast every morning, Baan Talay, a beachfront restaurant serving Thai cuisine and fresh seafood, Bodega & Grill, a Mediterranean restaurant, Loy Krathong Bar and Pool Bar. For young guests, the doors of the children's club and the Tree House cafe are open.
• Rooms at the hotel are equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen TV, a comfortable Sealy bed with a large selection of pillows.
• The hotel is 8 km from Wat Phra Thong with Half Buried Buddha and FantaSea Theme Park. Mai Khao Bay and Tonsai Waterfall are 19 km from the hotel. The hotel takes 20 minutes to drive to Phuket Town and its International Airport.

Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort 5*

• This 5-star hotel is located right on the coast. It features a kids club, private beach, large outdoor pool, gym, tennis and squash courts.
• Rooms at the hotel are air-conditioned and equipped with a 37-inch flat-screen TV. Each offers tea/coffee making facilities, bathrobes and free Wi-Fi.
• There is something to treat yourself to in 10 bars and restaurants of the hotel: delicious Italian pizza in the La Fiammaa restaurant, dishes Japanese cuisine, as well as a barbecue with freshly caught seafood on the beach.
• The hotel is 5 km from Patong Beach, 15 km from golf course, 20 km from Chalong Temple and paintball court. The journey from Phuket International Airport takes only 45 minutes.

Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort (ex. Laguna Beach Resort) 5*

• Located on Bang Tao Beach, this hotel features a spa, outdoor pool, fitness center, business center, conference facilities, kids club and free Wi-Fi. The hotel rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a safe, a bathroom with a bathtub and a hairdryer.
• The hotel's restaurants delight the most sophisticated gourmets. Western and Asian dishes can be sampled at Icon Terrace Lounge and Locavore Restaurant. And the Edge Water Bistro Bar offers its guests dishes Italian cuisine and grilled food.
• The road from the hotel to Patong Beach and Phuket International Airport will take vacationers 20 minutes. The trip to Phuket will take 5 minutes longer.

Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa 5*

• This 5-star hotel offers 3 outdoor pools, a fitness center, Kidz Paradise, a spa with relaxing massages, free diving and tennis or mini golf. The hotel's well-appointed rooms feature a private balcony, comfortable seating areas, a flat-screen TV and a bathtub.
• Mornings at the hotel start with a hearty buffet breakfast served at Boun Appetito Restaurant. Thai Thai and Sails restaurants are also available, as well as a pool bar and lounges.
• Situated on Karon Beach, Hilton Phuket Arcadia & Spa is 5 km from Wat Chalong and just an hour's drive from Phuket International Airport.

Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket 5*

• Located on the shores of Bang Tao Bay, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket offers an outdoor pool, spa and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Beach holidays here can be combined with watching cable TV programs in the room, playing golf, master class in Thai cooking, water sports.
• The 5 restaurants of the hotel take care of tasty and healthy food for vacationers. Casuarina Beach Restaurant & Pub serves seafood and grilled dishes. Ruen Thai Restaurant serves traditional local cuisine. Cocktails and live music await hotel guests at the Horizon Lounge.
• The road to Patong Beach and Phuket Town will take vacationers only 30 minutes.