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ecognised as one of southern Thailand’s most In terms of activities and attractions, there is truly something
popular destinations, Phuket is the country’s for everyone in Phuket. Examples include the Phuket
Rlargest island, with 36 beaches that boast Elephant Sanctuary, where visitors can interact with the
everything from five-star resorts to Michelin-starred gentle giants, and the world-class Phuket FantaSea, which
restaurants, and an array of natural attractions and is a cutting-edge cultural theme park that aims to showcase
cultural sites. Thailand’s rich heritage. The island is home to a selection of
waterparks, and also offers plenty of opportunities for water
To make this island easy to navigate, it has been split activities, extreme sports and games of golf.
into distinct areas. Its west coast, which has been
nicknamed ‘The Sunset Coast’, offers a range of Close to Phuket is Krabi province, which is filled with some

accommodations nestled around several landscaped of the country’s most spectacular natural landscapes
coves and bays. Out of all of the beaches on this coast, encompassing limestone formations, coral reefs, mangrove
Patong is the busiest, as it is considered the island’s forests and white sand beaches. As a result, Krabi has
nightlife and shopping hub, whereas shores like Kamala, become a popular destination for nature lovers looking
Kata, Karon and Bang Tao are more tranquil and to explore all that this diverse location has to offer, as well
private destinations. The eastern side of the island has as leisure seekers wanting to unwind in a location that

significantly fewer resorts in comparison, but houses exemplifies paradise. The most popular beach, Ao Nang,
incredible cliffs and viewpoints, as well as famous situated close to charming Krabi Town, is also recognised as
attractions like Phang Nga Bay, most popular for its a hub for onwards travel to other picturesque destinations in
limestone formations that extend out of the Andaman the South of Thailand, like the Poda Islands, Phi Phi Islands
Sea’s turquoise waters. and James Bond Island.
At the heart of the island is Phuket Town, a locale where There are countless reasons why both Phuket and
old and new collide. Visitors are encouraged to explore Krabi are fantastic wedding destinations. In addition to

the area on foot, especially the Old Quarter, as it is filled natural splendour and attractions, you simply cannot find
with unique colonial-inspired mansions and townhouses anywhere else in the world with the level of infrastructure
that allude to its rich Sino-Portuguese heritage, as well and convenience they provide. Both locales have seen the
as various colourful murals that showcase the region’s establishment of more luxury hotels, as well as improved

fascination with graffiti art. The town is also recognised transport routes by both water and air. These developments
as a destination for dining, thanks to its selection of have led to many more Indian couples choosing to host their
outlets ranging from quaint cafés and retro-inspired grand nuptials against the stunning vistas offered by these
restaurants, to street vendors and trendy bars. coastal paradises.
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