Every beach in Phuket has something for someone and the best part is that they are all perfect. The beauty of the ocean is unmatched and the surrounding scenery is designed to literally take your breath away. Despite them all being a piece of paradise there are however the favorite beaches; the beaches thronged with people, the beaches soaring with waves, and the beaches adorned with fine hotels and resorts. Your favorite really depends on what you are looking for.
The Patong beach in Phuket is perhaps the most revered and even popular beach in the island. Patong is almost synonymous to party because the atmosphere here is almost always vibrant and lively. Patong is a very urban and commercialized area that gives its many guest a wholesome holiday experience. It is packed with shops, bars, discos and nightclubs and offers its guests some of the most exotic nights. For those of you who like to party by the beach, head over to Patong. Then there is the Bangtao Beach. Far quieter than Patong, the Bangtao beach is famous for its exquiste natural scenery. It is well known for the many high end resorts found here and the unmatched sunsets that can be enjoyed every single day. The Kamala beach found in the north of Patong and South of Bangtao is somewhere in between the 2 in its nature as well. With just the right dose of life, Kamala is perfect if you want a little bit of all the worlds. You even find excellent spots for snorkeling in this beach. For the ultimate beach for relaxation head over to the Karong beach. Well spaced and absolutely scenic this beach emulates a soothing aura of tranquility. And finally there is the Kata Beach. Located on the South of Karong this again is another quiet beach very popular with the families. It also has excellent waves and is packed with surfers between May and October.
A popular Phuket Beach Resort to stay at is Anantara Phuket Villas. This Phuket Resort is luxurious and affords a breathtaking view and services that will treat you like royalty.
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