Whether you are an intrepid traveller, a culture vulture, a beach bum or simply an avid shopper, Thailand is one country in South East Asia that will satisfy all these needs, and more. While the city of Bangkok is best known for its around the clock shopping experiences, the country is filled with a number of attractions of cultural importance as well. Of course, if your main aim in visiting the country is to get some well deserved relaxation in the form of a beach vacation, one need not go any further than the world famous island of Phuket.
Phuket is the largest island of the country and is filled with a number of attractions and activities that is sure to keep any tourist happily occupied. From Wat Chalong for a display of the religious faith of the locals to Promtheup Cape for a truly spectacular sunset, Phuket will cater to all your whims and fancies. Among the natural endowments of the island are its waterfalls which too attract tourists by the dozen, with Bang Pae, Kathu and Ton Sai being among the better known waterfalls. An excursion to see these waterfalls would require a visit to the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, which is located on the east of the island and is filled with exotic and tropical animals and birds.
The Ao Yon is another waterfall located near Cape Panwa, also known as Ao Yon Noi, but which is not as well known as the others. With this distinction comes an added advantage for tourists for this waterfall is less frequented than the others ensuring that the area is unspoiled and pristine. If you wish to make an excursion to the Ao Yon Waterfall, ensure that you wear good shoes with good traction for the slope is steep and the climb is tricky. An added experience would be the drop pools on the way which, even though small in size, is large enough to bathe in. The atmosphere near the falls is cool and can even be described as romantic.
Hence, a vacation in Phuket warrants an exploration of the island to enjoy all that the isle has to offer. In choosing a Phuket resort, some thought expended into your itinerary would be worthwhile. If you wish primarily for a vacation by the sea, a Patong beach resort belonging to a reputed global chain such as the Millennium Resort Patong Phuket would be an ideal choice for a wonderful holiday.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.
