Thailand’s largest island and most popular tourist attraction Phuket, is known the world over for its swanky restaurants, after dark activities, beaches of fine white sand and close up experiences with marine life. Visitors travel across the globe to sip Mai Tais beneath beach umbrellas, go deep sea diving and explore the island’s colourful nightlife. A visit to Patong, Phuket’s biggest town and busiest beach, after sundown is for the party hard types. Another way to enjoy a beach getaway is to take in stunning views of the Andaman Sea from a private plunge pool at Anantara Phuket Layan Resort & Spa.
Discover a deeper side to Phuket Island by getting to know something of its history and culture. A native of the island founded Phuket Heritage Trails to celebrate its rich heritage and share it with visitors to the area. The tours explore the local cultural sites, giving you a closer look at Phuket’s hidden gems, which are treasured and jealously guarded by the locals. It is an opportunity to get an understanding of the unique Thai architecture, which draws influences from many other Southeast Asian countries. You will get the chance to learn about the native people of Phuket and their lifestyle. Get an insight into religious and spiritual beliefs and customs. You will even be able to savour some fine authentic Thai food along the way.
Phuket Heritage Trails believes in educating while showing visitors a good time. The company has a number of tours to choose from: Meet the Locals shows you the ‘real’ Phuket, its people and their lifestyle; Heritage Trails is a five hour tour that takes you on foot through the center of Phuket and explores the nation’s fine cuisine; Off the Beaten Path is a tour designed especially with animal and nature lovers in mind.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travelers.
