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 Patong Beach, Phuket by jrs1234
The more northern section has a part where the road is at a distance - that was the most crowded bit. It's not a peaceful beach, but if you're just there to pick up a tan, it'll do the job... Leave a Comment
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 Kata Beach, April 2004. by worldkiwi
It can get pretty busy I guess, with some big resorts in its vicinity, but its not garish like Patong.
Walking along the beach early on my last morning there in April 2004 and taking some photos of a beach scene like one would see in a travel brochure! Leave a Comment
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Anytime you see the para sailing rides from the beach, watch out......they generally dont have a blocked off area, they simply pick a spot on the beach and go for it. Not so much when they take off - but returning can be interesting, and if your not watching your step you could be flat on your back. Simply put, when the chute comes in after the trip the thais are running all over the place to try and catch them....if your walking along not paying attantion you might get taken off at the neck......if your looking to relax and sunbathe....stay clear from the section of the beach being used for this activity. On another note....it is quite comical to watch for a bit.
Oh, cost.....the guest would be in the air for about 10 minutes (give or take).....I think it was around $20 Canadian.....maybe a little more - 1000baht.
We did have fun watching the landings! Leave a Comment
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My husband I fled from Kata Beach after only one day. The town is very noisy and touristic and the beach is stuffed full of people, jetskis and speedboats. It really wasn't relaxing and would have been a disappointing vacation had we stayed there. So we travelled to Nai Yang Beach, just next to the airport. This place is COMPLETELY different, a lovely long stretch of mostly empty beach (not deserted) backed by a national park. Very laid-back. Plenty of sunbeds and nice little restaurants with great food, many right on the beach... eat with your feet in the sand. The accommodations are all set back in the park in a very nice atmosphere. You can still find travel agencies, dive centers, shops, massage places and all that, but not in a loud in-your-face way. We also saw wildlife at this lovely beach. The people were very nice and welcoming: lots of friendly locals who say "hello" and "good morning" to you in a genuine way as you pass and a lot of the children wanted to shake my hand. This also was very diffrent from Kata Beach.
So if you are looking for a relaxing vacation, I don't recommend Kata Beach. But if you like noise and busy nightlife... Kata Beach is your place. Kids and teenagers would like Kata Beach and teenagers especially would probably find Nai Yang Beach to be too quiet.
If you want to see the difference between the beaches, compare the two photos I am including. Read some of my other tips if you are interested in Nai Yang. Both beaches have done an excellent job repairing the tsunami damage.
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 Patong Beach by shane_02Leave a Comment
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 by gdubyas
And don't hire a long-tail boat in the morning to take you to the little island on the south end of the beach. Wait until low tide and walk there!!! Leave a Comment
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 by yeikloen
I miss the food and the drinking session... and the thai people even I don't understand them. Leave a Comment
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All of the beaches on the western side of Phuket Island are rich with natural beauty - crystal blue waters that are warm enough for anyone to enjoy swimming - and blanketed with nice, soft, very light colored sand. Swimming and diving are unavailable during some months due to the seasonal presence of strong ocean currents near the beach. Day trips to several world-class diving destinations are a popular diversion from the main island.
Patong Beach
Patong is what I would call a “city beach”, perhaps comparable with Daytona Beach, FL. A wide array of restaurants, shops, and high-energy beach activities make it perfect for young adults and singles. It’s a bit noisy, and the rather shallow beach is crowded, so perhaps its less fitting for families or couples looking for quietness and seclusion. Also - no hotels in Patong have direct, exclusive access to the beach. For them I recommend a short drive down the road to Kata or Kata Noi.
Kata Noi Beach
Kata Noi is a nicely secluded bay with a nice deep beach that is just under 1km long. Kata Noi is an excellent choice for families and couples looking for a quiet, secluded place to relax. There aren’t many options actually in Kata Noi. The Katathani resort includes pretty much all of the hotels and restaurants (one noteworthy and delicious exception is “Mom Tri’s Villa Royale”). For nightlife and beach sports you’ll need to take a cab to Patong beach.
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