| On the western side
of the southern Thai peninsular is Phuket, the country's most famous
and largest is?land. During the past 15 years, Phuket has seen a trickle
of overseas visitors change into a flow, and its reputation as a destination
offering five-star ac?commodation, facilities and service amidst spectacular
scenery is acknow?ledged worldwide. Its choice of resorts range from
Patong, which, besides its extensive beach, has plenty of shopping
opportunities and a lively nightlife, to Kata and Karon, which remain
simple and naturally attractive. There is also Bang Tao Bay, which
boasts a sophis?ticated integrated development known as Laguna Phuket,
comprising four five-star hotels, complete with inland lagoons and
superb golf course. |