visitor guides to Phuket

Feb 3, 2012

Phuket has a rich food culture, combining Thai and Asian flavors with the western tastes of the island’s throngs of tourists. The fusions this has bred make food in Phuket very unique. There are many types of Phuket food, and this guide will help you learn more about what the island has to offer.

5 Great Things To Do in Phuket

Feb 3, 2012

As a premier tourist destination, Phuket prides itself on offering visitors a wide array of exciting attractions. This can make choosing your trip’s itinerary tough, because who wants to miss out on all the fun? To make planning your trip easier, here are 5 great things to do in Phuket for you to consider.

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Spas in Phuket

As you might expect, spas in Phuket are a part of all of the finer hotels on the Southern Island, but privately owned spas that specialize in your care are also to be found.

The Oasis is your headquarters for the best in care, and Six Senses Sanctuary is another wonderful source for relaxation, restoration and rejuvenation. Of course if you’re staying in one of the finer hotels like the Pier 42 Boutique Resort and Spa or the Baan Yuree Resort and Spa you will have no problem relaxing. Coqoon at the Indigo Pearl is an amazing place, featuring individual pools, rain showers, steam rooms and sauna and the full collection of mind body and spirit treatments to rediscover the joy of living.

Be ready to find a way of enjoying incredible care and soothing treatment at one of the many excellent Phuket spas, scattered throughout the island.

5 Spas in Phuket

Angsana Spa

Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, 390 Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand

Take a day to yourself at the Angsana Spa inside the Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. This luxury facility provides all of your favorite treatments, as well as some you may not have heard of, but are sure to love.

http://www.angsanaspa.com/resortspas/dusit/index.htm
Aspara Spa

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, 52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150, Thailand

Go to the award winning Aspara Spa inside the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket for a truly incredible spa experience. The spa was rated as one of the top 5 in South East Asia, so you know it will be great.

http://www.holiday.phuket.com/busakorn/spa.htm
Blue Ocean Spa

Blue Ocean Resort 273 Rat-U-Thit Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand

Indulge all of your senses inside the Blue Ocean Spa. Upon entering this sanctuary of tranquility, you will be greeted by the soothing scents of fresh flowers, and aromatic oils. Special therapeutic baths, and incredible massage options will all be found on the spa menu.

http://blueoceanresort-phuket.com/blue-ocean-spa/
Royal Spa

The Village Resort & Spa 566/1 Patak Road, Karon, Muang, Phuket 83100 Thailand

Ease your mind, body, and soul at the Royal Spa inside the Village Resort & Spa. This spa has a focus on restoring your natural energy to keep you healthy and balanced. Some of the techniques used to do this are unique hot stone treatments, and full body massage.

http://www.thevillageresortandspa.com/spa.htm
The Blue Marine Spa

The Blue Marine Resort & Spa

Relax in the beautiful and tranquil Blue Marine Spa. This Spa focuses on Eastern style therapies, and uses mostly natural and organic products. The incredible gardens that surround the spa provide you with an unbelievable aromatherapeutic experience.

http://www.thebluemarine.com/facilities.html?type=1