Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, is located in the south of Thailand in the Andaman Sea, and is often referred to as “the pearl of the Andaman”, or “the pearl of the south”. Its natural attractions include white powdery beaches, limestone cliffs, broad and tranquil bays, and tropical in-land forests. There are innumerable activities for visitor to Phuket, including every conceivable water sport, golf, elephant trekking, dining on outstanding seafood, and pampering oneself at a luxury spa. As Phuket is located so close to the mainland there are bridges that allow overland travel to Phuket. Consequently, it is possible to travel to Phuket by land, sea, or air.
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