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Recommended Accommodation on Phuket Island

Aspery Hotel  
Aspery Hotel is favourably located only a 3-minute walk from the beach, and close to the shops and famous Patong Beach nightlife.
Hotel Aspery is a modern boutique-style hotel. Enjoy the well-appointed and contemporary rooms, including the refreshing rain shower in the bathroom. Write home using the free Wi-Fi internet access.
Rejuvenate at the spa and with a massage. Follow it with a dip in the pool. When going out, ask at the tour desk for advice. For excursions, use the car rental facility. The currency exchange is also useful.
Enjoy tasty food at the chic restaurant on an attractively open and airy terrace, and a drink at the bar.
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Amari Coral Beach Phuket  
Sitting on a secluded headland at the southern corner of Patong, Phuket’s most popular beach, this resort affords spectacular views of the picturesque bay.
Amari Coral Beach Resort & Spa offers first-class accommodation, 2 swimming pools, diving and sports facilities and a range of fine restaurants. The hotel has been completely renovated in a contemporary modern design. In addition, the Sivara Spa makes sure that you can really relax and spoil yourself. Soothing treatments and skilled therapists combine to provide an oasis of tranquillity: a perfect retreat from the everyday stresses of your life. Choose from a variety of treatments including authentic Thai massages, facials and body polishes.
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Phuket’s Geography

Phuket is quite hilly. There are a few peaks above 500m, the highest being Mai Tao Sipsong at 529m. Many of these are covered in lush jungle. The lowlands consist of rice paddies, plantations of rubber, pineapple and coconut as well as the only significant area of rainforest remaining on the island, which is now protected as Khao Phra Thaeo Park.

The most beautiful beaches are found on the West coast, separated by rocky coves and headlands. The east coast comprises limestone shoals with only a few sandy beaches while spectacular limestone islands adorn the horizon. Coral gardens full of exotic marine life dot the emerald waters surrounding the island, although sadly much of Phuket's coral has been disappearing due to environmental pressures and human activities.

The residents of Phuket comprise Thais who have migrated from the mainland, ethnic Chinese, Malays, and Chao Leh or ‘sea-gypsies’ who are the original inhabitants of Phuket.

According to the census, Thai-Buddhists account for 71% of the population, with Malays (24%) and Chao Leh (4%) making up the remainder. The figure for Thai-Buddhists also includes the Chinese who are almost completely assimilated. Some estimates put the percentage of ethnic Chinese at around 35%. The vast majority of the population resides in or around Phuket City and Patong Beach, creating a population distribution along an east-west axis.

The National Statistical Office of Thailand’s most recent census conducted in 2000 shows Phuket to have a population of 250,000. In reality, this figure is likely to be quite a lot higher as this data does not take into account those who live and work in Phuket, but are registered as being resident elsewhere, a fairly common occurrence. Together with this are the seasonal workers, and visitors of which there are a significant number all year round. Taking this into account, some estimates have calculated a figure as high as 500,000 during peak periods.

Phangnga & Khao Lak

Just 1 hour north of Phuket Island, in mainland Phang Nga province, Khao Lak is a beautiful area with long, long stretches of sandy beach fringed by the mountains of the surrounding national parks. Recently "discovered" it offers nature lovers an unspoilt landscape of beaches, jungle covered mountains, forested valleys, mangroves and estuaries. Development has been careful with comfortable resorts and bungalows blending into the scenery along the coastline. A great place to relax.

Phang Nga, a land of tin mines and beautiful scenery, nestles among soaring mountains which rise up around the town. Phangnga is located 788 kms. from Bangkok and covers an area of 4,170 square kilometres, most of which is mangrove and evergreen forest. The area is bordered to the west by the Andaman Sea and consists of plenty of spectacular islands.

Islands

Similan Islands: This group of nine small islands has been rated by Skin Diving Magazine in the USA as one of the ten most beautiful spots in the world. This is the largest island in the national park and has a curing bay resembling a horse shoe. The underwater view here is spectacular with beautiful coral reefs, idea for diving. The beach on the island is white, fine graining sand. On the north end of the island are extraordinary-looking rocks. Once of them, for example, resembles a sailboat. This spot is fantastic view point.

Surin Islands: There are five islands in this national park: Surin Nua Island (Koh Su Rin Nua), Surin Tai Island (Koh Su Rin Tai), Ree Island (Koh Ree), Khai Island (Koh Khai) and Klang Island (Koh Klang). This group of islands is close to the marine boundary between Myanmar and Thailand and has one of the most remarkable panoplies of coral reef life to be found anywhere. Snorkeling gear would be proficient enough to see the coral. Tourist attractions within the national park are:

Yao Islands: Yao Yai Island (Koh Yao Yai) is the biggest island in Koh Yao District. There are many beaches on the island, such as Tikud Bay, Klong Sorn Bay, Sai Bay, Lo Pa Raed Beach, and Laem Nok-ok. Lo Pier is an important pier on Yao Yai Island. The water at the pier is sparkling clear with school of fish swimming around. Visitors can also see how the local villagers make dried anchovies, a famous product of the island. On Yao Yai Island are inexpensive bungalows for rent along with home-stay programs with local villagers in order to learn their life style. Yao Noi Island (Koh Yao Noi). There are many beautiful beaches, such as Pa Sai Beach and Tha Khao Beach. There are resorts, inexpensive bungalows, or home-stay programs available on the island. Visitors can also rent a boat from Yao Noi Island to "Pa Koh", numerous small islands nearby, such as Lao Ka Lao Island, Lao La Ding Island, etc., or to Hong Island in Krabi.

Khai Islands: Khai Nok Island (Koh Khai Nok) is well known for it's rocks, beaches, and clear water. Visitors snorkel and see beautiful coral and fish. Dolphins can also be spotted here. There is a restaurant on the island. Khai Nai Island (Koh Khai Nai) is a small island which beautiful sandy beaches, coral and fish.