For centuries, the island of Phuket was a stop on a trade route, where merchants and travelers from all over the world made stops, however the nature and the hospitality of the locals, and the wealth and beauty of the natural world, had those travelers and merchants stop permanently.  Therefore the cultural mix of foreigners over the many years, has given the island the cultural diversity that exists there today.  Early immigrants were as diverse as Buddhists, Malaysian Muslims, Traders from the Arab countries, Chinese, Sea Gypsies, Indians and all the countries of Europe.

The geography of the island is equally diverse, from some of the most beautiful beaches of Thailand, to the dense jungles and mountains.  Tours are available, in all manner of travel.  To find a hotel to suit your desired location on the island, go to www.phuketbeachresorts.com, where you will find exactly what you are looking for.  One of the most famous locations for touring, is the bay of Phang Nga.  Here you will experience the island from the water, aboard the eco-friendly transportation of the kayak.  This is a peaceful get-away, one that will take you past some of the most wondrous elements of the natural world, through caves and karsts of limestone, you can experience either in the day time tours or the night time star light tours.

For others it is an elephant trek through the mountains and the jungles of the island that provides them the adventure they are seeking.  Although for some, a long ride atop an elephant can prove to be a bit uncomfortable, so there are many guided hikes, either walking tours or jeep safaris which will lead you deep into the heart of the jungle and all of the wonders to be found there.  While there is much to see in the city itself, it is always refreshing to get out into the nature of an island that is so rich with natural beauty, and in Phuket, it is one of the best ways to fully embrace the island experience.