Phuket
Thailand's largest island is by far one of its most stunning assets. The magnificent beaches that surround its perimeter provide welcome getaways for seasonal sun-searchers. The allure of this idyllic isle is so enchanting, it has transformed many oft travelers into permanent residents. Visions of a castaway lifestyle entice some dreamers, for others the appeal is luxurious resorts, fine cuisine, and exquisite spas.
Phuket is to be discovered at a leisurely pace, but not all pastimes are casual. Speed boating, yachting, sea kayaking and deep-sea fishing are de rigueur for sport enthusiasts. Undersea, pristine dive sites at Mu Ko Similan are national treasures and a multi-day excursion for the serious adventurer.
Colorful public celebrations occur everywhere in Thailand and Phuket claims the Vegetarian Festival as its liveliest, if not its most surreal. Occurring in the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, the nine-day fete is a cacophony of street feasts, firecrackers, parades, purification rites and prayers.
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