Thailand Sales Planner - From Travel Agent September 10, 2007 - (Page 22)

If you’re looking for a beach holiday with an exotic Thai twist, this is the region for you. Southern Thailand extends along a narrow peninsula lying between the Andaman Sea on its west side and the South China Sea on the east. Balmy and Beautiful Days Malaysian influences play a large part in the region’s culture, and visitors will notice a sprinkling of Muslim communities and mosques. & Spa, Le Meridian Phuket, and Mövenpick Spa & Resort Karon Beach Phuket. Phuket’s longest beach is Hat Mai Khao. Hat Rawai is a palmfringed beach best known for its community of sea-gypsies – a formerly nomadic fishing minority believed to be of Melanesian descent. If you’re looking for super fresh authentically Thai seafood, go the beachfront location of Ao Chalong, celebrated for the quality of its restaurants. Those in search of a primo place to catch a Phuket sunset should head out to Laem Promthep, the southernmost point of the island. SOUTHERN THAILAND PHUKET Often called the “Pearl of the South,” Phuket is Thailand's largest and most visited island. Phuket is connected to the mainland via the Sarasin Bridge. The island’s clear blue waters, coconut groves and rubber plantations make it a unique beach resort area. Phuket also has plenty of options for golfers, having four 18-hole golf courses. Phuket has numerous beaches ranging from gentle crescents to rocky headlands. Here’s a sampling: Phuket’s tourism hub is Hat Patong, being the most developed beach on the island, with the largest selection of hotels and restaurants, and the most vibrant nightlife. Hotels in the region include familiar brands such as Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort Its long coastline of sandy beaches and offshore islands on either side is studded with many world-famous seaside K resort areas as Phuket, Ko Samui, and Krabi. The region also has the popular beachside T locales of Trang, Phang-nga, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, and Chumphon Ranong. The east coast on the Gulf of Thailand presents calmer seas and a laid-back atmosphere, while the Andaman Sea coast is more dramatic, with fanciful limestone rock formations and cliffs, often used as a memorable backdrop in movies. The mountains, rivers and forests in the national parks in the peninsula’s interior peninsula offer plenty of opportunities for soft adventure and ecotourism activities. WHAT TO SEE & DO Major attractions in Phuket include the following: Phuket Fantasea, a 140acre theme complex, contains a festival village with entertainment, handicrafts, games, and shops, as well as a 4,000seat theater. 22 | Tv Thailand Travel Planner

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Contents Make the Most of Amazing Thailand, Land of Heritage and History Planning a Trip to Thailand: Essential Information Transportation: Convenient Options, from Tuk Tuks to Skytrains Thailand's Vibrant Culture: Experience the Art of Thai Living Sampling Thailand’s Top 20 Delights Hotel Choices: From Luxury to Budget-Friendly Map of Thailand Overview of Thailand’s Regions Central Thailand: The Delights of Bangkok and Beyond Northeastern Thailand: A Distinct Culture All Its Own Northern Thailand: Experience the Iconic Heritage Southern Thailand: Balmy and Beautiful Days International Festivities in Thailand: Let Yourself Be Enchanted Water Sports: The Fun, Sun, Surf and Serenity of Thai Beaches Ecotourism: Encounter the Sheer Beauty of Thai Nature The Beauty of Wellness and Wellbeing in Thailand Shopping: Excite Yourself with a Myriad of Thai Trends

Thailand Sales Planner - From Travel Agent September 10, 2007

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