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Its natural resources- rocky peninsular, limestone cliffs, white powdery beaches, tranquil broad bays and tropical in-land forests contribute to making it the South s wealthiest, busiest, most visited and most popular island and province.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://vacations.ian.com/pub/agent.dll?qscr=cmsh&subm=&dsct=&dlvl=&rtmn=&rtmx=&dcty=&ddpt1=&tdpt1=&drtn1=&trtn1=&ffst=0&cmbt=1&qryt=8&rdct=1&eapid=58520-30024" style="font-size:10px;" target="_blank">Phuket Vacation Packages</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.partner.viator.com/en/8229/travel-tips/Phuket-Thailand-Sightseeing-Tours/ttd" target="_blank" style="font-size:10px;">Things To Do in Phuket</a> <br /><br /><table align="right"><tr><td><img src="../content_images/thailand/Phuket_13.jpg" alt="Andaman Sea, Thailand" /></td></tr></table>Nestled in the tropical zone off the west coast of the southern part of Thailand in the Andaman Sea and the Indian Ocean, the province covers an area of approximately 543 square kilometers (excluding small islets). It is estimated that Phuket Province covers an area of approximately 590 square kilometers if its 39 other small islands are included. The islands total length, from north to south, is estimated at 48.7 kilometers and approximately 21.3 kilometers wide. <br /><br />Phuket borders on Phang-nga Province to the north. The other 3 sides are encircled by the Andaman Sea the place where many of the best diving sites are located. The island is connected to Phang-nga Province by Sarasin Bridge and Thep Krasattri Bridge. <br /><br />Phuket s topology is exceptional with 70 percent of its area covered with mountains which stretch from north to south and the remaining 30 percent being plains located in the central and eastern parts of the island. The island does not have any major rivers except for a total of 9 brooks and creeks. <br /><br />Phuket is divided into 3 administrative counties namely Amphoe Muang, Amphoe Thalang and Amphoe Kathu. <table align="right"> <tr> <td align="center"><span style="font-size:10px;color:#0066cc;">advertisement</span></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center"> <iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=myownchr-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=B0014F9U6U&fc1=000000&IS2=1&lt1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" style="width:120px;height:240px;" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0"></iframe> </td> </tr> </table> <br/><br/><span style="font-size:13px; font-weight:bold;">Phuket Beaches</span> <br/><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.travelnow.com/hotel/searchresults?cid=305241&currencyCode=USD&searchType=LANDMARK&userCity=Phuket%2C+THAILAND&sortMethod=1&minRating=3&searchParam=ADAC26EC-0C68-4E88-817D-AE40106D9CE1&priceRange=CHEAP&travelDetail=[-0]2" target="_blank">Patong Beach</a></span> - Known for its vibrant nightlife centered around Bangla Road. Patong Beach draws in younger crowd. <br/><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.travelnow.com/hotel/searchresults?cid=305241&currencyCode=USD&searchType=LANDMARK&userCity=Phuket%2C+THAILAND&sortMethod=1&minRating=4&searchParam=E7DE6F8E-5F99-4FFA-9734-09D0AEBD78E1&priceRange=DEAL&travelDetail=[-0]2" target="_blank">Karon Beach</a></span> - Less crowded. Karon has longer beaches with fine white sand. Southend feature budget guesthouses. <br/><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.travelnow.com/hotel/searchresults?cid=305241&currencyCode=USD&searchType=LANDMARK&userCity=Phuket%2C+THAILAND&sortMethod=1&minRating=4&searchParam=5EAD11D5-41D9-4BE1-B6B9-D10019FEDE4B&priceRange=DEAL&travelDetail=[-0]2" target="_blank">Kata Beach</a></span> - Few minutes south of Karon. Kata is very family friendly. Surfers can catch Kata waves during Monsoon season from May to October (check swimming condition first) while snorkelers and sun-worshippers keep the beach alive from November to April. <br/><br/><span style="font-size:13px; font-weight:bold;">How to get here</span> <br />Take a domestic flight from Bangkok, Thailand using <a href="http://www.thaiair.com/offers/special-fare-promotions/en/discover-thailand-fares-2009.htm" target="_blank">Thai Airways</a> or fly directly to Phuket International Airport <a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/b766ar-xrzEINOIKKJEGFMLGMKI" target="_blank">(HKT)</a>. <br /><br /><span style="font-size:13px; font-weight:bold;">Andaman Region - A Perfect Movie Location</span> <br/>The Andaman coast, which includes Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi, is particularly popular among movie makers. Major film productions including Star Wars, James Bond, Bridget Jones and The Beach have scenes shot in the area. <br/><br/><span style="font-size:13px; font-weight:bold;">Visit Andaman Coast</span> <br />Day trips to <a href="http://www.partner.viator.com/en/8229/search/Phuket%20to%20Phi%20phi" target="_blank">Koh Phi Phi Don</a> or <a href="http://www.partner.viator.com/en/8229/search/Phang%20Nga%20Bay%20from%20Phuket" target="_blank">Phang Nga Bay</a> through speed boats are available from Phuket. Prices are varied but average around US$100.<br /><br /> <table align="center"> <tr> <td align="center"><img src="../content_images/thailand/phuket_phiphi_islands.jpg" alt="Koh Phi Phi, Krabi, Thailand" /> </td> <td align="center"><img src="../content_images/thailand/phuket_phang_nga_bay.jpg" alt="Phang Nga Bay (James Bond Island), Phang Nga, Thailand" /> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center"><span style="font-size:10px; font-weight:bold;">Phi Phi Islands</span> <br /><br /> </td> <td align="center"><span style="font-size:10px; font-weight:bold;">Phang Nga Bay (James Bond Island)</span> <br /><br /> </td> </tr> </table> Phuket has a lot more to offer its visitors other than its natural heritage sea, sand, sky, beach, forest, and world renowned diving sites. Sino-Portuguese architecture casts its spell delighting travelers to the city, while Phuket-style hospitality has never failed to impress visitors from all walks of life. In addition, accommodations ranging from world-class resorts to tropical-style bungalows have warmly catered to the different needs of travelers. For seafood lovers, there is a lot more to sample than just Phuket s famous lobster. 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