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Patong Beach is a beach on Phuket's west coast. It is the main tourist resort in Phuket and contains the centre of Phuket's nightlife and cheap shopping on the island. The beach became popular with western tourists, especially Europeans, in the late 1980s. Numerous large hotels and chain hotels are located in Paton

Patong Beach is maybe more famous for its nightlife than the 2-kilometer beach that runs the entire length of Patong. Nightlife is centered on two main areas Bangla Road and Paradise Complex, with Bangla Road being predominantly straight and Paradise Complex being predominantly gay. Much mixing of the two scenes occurs due to Phuket Island's tolerant nature.

On December 26, 2004, Patong Beach along with many other areas along the western coast of Phuket and Thailand were struck by a tsunami caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. The wave caused a great deal of destruction to the waterfront of the beach although the destruction was not nearly as bad as nearby in Khao Lak. It took probably less than 6 months to rebuild 80% of what was destroyed and 1 year after you could hardly not see any traces of destruction caused by the Tsunami.

Beach Eats

The sunbed vendors also sell a wide variety of food, drinks, snacks and of course ice cream. Even better is that you don't have don't have to leave your sunbed, you're every need will be taken care of.

The whole length of the Beach Road is full of restaurants and cafes (there's even a McDonalds) so lunch won't be a problem, nor any other meal for that matter.

Watersports in Patong Beach

Patong beach is jet-ski and parasailing heaven, operators can be found every few hundred meters.

Exercise caution and wear a lifejacket when participating in motorised watersports - most jet-skis have "no insurance" stickers on them, very re-assuring! Also popular is banana boat, waterskiing and wakeboarding.

Hobie cats are available, as are kayaks and windsurfers.

The best place to surf at Patong Beach is at the north end, where the waves can be quite good, fast and open to the wind.

Beach Activities

Some good snorkeling can be found by the rocks at the north end of the beach, equipment can be rented on the beach easily.

There are a couple of volleyball nets for those who enjoy beach volleyball, everyone's welcome to play - it's a great way to meet people. Games usually start around 4.30pm as it starts to get cooler.

What better location could there be for Thai massage other than the beach, readily available and excellent value for money, the masseuses are set up in the shaded areas. Other types of massage and reflexology are also available.

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Kata Beachs

Just a few minutes south of Karon, Kata has a cosier feel about it, with headlands at each end and calmer waters. A place for families and couples to relax, snorkel, body surf and enjoy the fine sands. Good surfing conditions during the monsoon season of May-October

Kata Noi Beach

This small bay of stunning white sand, separated from Kata by a headland, is a quiet and peaceful retreat. The Kata Thani resort complex dominates the area, while a few shops, small hotels and restaurants line the beach road. A nice place for a relaxing snorkel or swim.

Kamala Beach

This well-enclosed bay and fishing village has developed rapidly in recent years yet it still retains a small-town feel. Popular with families, Kamala Beach is lined with casual restaurants and food stalls, with good snorkelling at the rocky north end

Laem Singh Beach

This small, hidden gem of a beach just south of Surin is accessible only by walking down a fairly steep path from the road. Even so, it can get busy in the high season so get there early for a beach chair. A few rustic restaurants offer cold drinks and food. A pretty, quiet place to wile away an afternoon..

Surin Beach

This 900-meter stretch of sand is packed with food stalls, beachfront bars and restaurants yet life never feels too hurried here. A good place to meet friends for a relaxed afternoon of snorkelling, swimming or touch football. Kayaks, surf and boogie boards available for rent.

Bang Tao Beach

Bang Tao is beautiful wide beach of fine sand that up until the mid 1980s was a virtual moonscape following extensive tin mining activity. Much of the area has now been converted into the lush and lovely lagoon-dotted grounds of the 5-resort complex of Laguna Phuket - a stunning ecological feat.

Pansea Beach

Pansea is a tiny cove of glittering white sand - but only accessible to the rich and famous guests of The Chedi and Amanpuri Resorts

Cape Panwa

The exquisite Cape Panwa, just south of the eventful Phuket Town, remains a calm, untouched gem of a place. Its blossoming hills, sandy coves, mangroves and tidal flats offer a settle down place to walk around away from the crowds.

Nai Thon Beach

One of Phuket's best-kept secrets. Approaching this quiet beach of silky white sand is spectacular in itself - a drive on the coastal road from the south takes you through forested hills while the northern approach winds through a lovely valley and small village. Once you arrive, swim, sunbathe and marvel at how few people have discovered this little piece of paradise.

Nai Yang Beach

The casuarina-fringed Nai Yang, together with Mai Khao in the north, forms the longest and most secluded stretch of beach in Phuket, about 10-km altogether. Two hotels sit on the south end of Nai Yang, while the north enters into Sirinath National Park, a protected marine and coastal area. A good spot to rent a beach chair or gorge on barbecued seafood.

Mai Khao Beach

An endless stretch of fine sand; the only real getaway on the west coast of Phuket. Aside from the JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa, the area is largely undeveloped with only a few bungalow operations and a campground on the beach. Take a stroll and watch the crabs scuttle, swing on a hammock under the trees or enjoy a refreshing swim.

Nai Harn Beach

With most of its beachfront land occupied by a temple, Nai Harn has been spared from over-development, with only Le Royal Meridien Phuket Yacht Club and another resort nestled into the hill at its north end. The soft sands and clear waters make Nai Harn an ideal swimming and sunbathing spot, though conditions can be dangerous in the monsoon season of May-October.

Ao Sane Beach

A little beach reached via a dirt road that runs through the car park of Le Meridien Phuket Yacht Club in Nai Harn. Sometimes called "Jungle Beach". Usually a quiet and peaceful place, with decent coral outcroppings off its mostly rocky shore. Just one very inobtrusive resort here, the Baan Krating.

Ya Nui Beach

A little sandy beach found between Nai Harn and Laem Promthep, with some fairly good snorkelling. Also a launch point for divers. Getting busier in recent years and now lined with beach chairs for rent, but it's still quite relaxed here. There's one small, informal restaurant with friendly staff.

Rawai Beach

Rawai is Phuket's longest-established beach resort, though the sea-gypsy village at its north end probably hasn't changed much over the years. The beach is lined with open-air seafood stalls and restaurants for casual dining under the shade of the casuarina trees. A popular launching point for boat trips to Racha, Coral and other islands.

Chalong Beach

This bustling bay, a major launch area for boat and dive trips, is filled with bobbing vessels of all shapes and sizes throughout the year. Plenty of casual restaurants, dive shops, fishing charter and tour operators, watersports equipment suppliers, Internet shops and even yoga and Reiki centres are packed into the short street leading to the pier.

Patong Beach

Patong is the most famous - some would say infamous - beach resort on Phuket. With its wide variety of activities and nightlife, Patong is an ideal place to party and play. Patong's 3,000 metres of soft sand is a great place to people-watch as you soak up the sun on a beach chair

Karon Beach

Karon, featuring an incredibly long stretch of squeaky white sand, is less hectic than Patong but it still offers a full range of facilities, dining and activities. While it's a fast-growing area, Karon is nicely spread out and rarely feels crowded

Thailand Beaches

1.	Best Beaches
2.	Nude Beaches
3.	Beautiful Beaches
Phuket Beaches
1.	Hat Kalim Beach
2.	Hat Kamala Beach
3.	Bang Tao Beach
4.	Pansea Beach
5.	Surin Beach
6.	Laem Singh Beach
7.	Kamala Beach
8.	Kata Noi Beach
9.	Kata Beach
10.	Karon Beach
11.	Patong Beach
12.	Nai Thon Beach
13.	Nai Yang Beach
14.	Ao Sane Beach
15.	Patong Beach
16.	Nai Harn Beach
17.	Ya Nui Beach
18.	Rawai Beach
19.	Chalong Beach
20.	Cape Panama
21.	Railei Beach
22.	Ko Samui Beach
23.	Khao Lak Beach
24.	Chonburi Beach
25.	Jomtien Beach
26.	Naklua Beach
27.	Koh Khrok Beach
28.	Koh Lan Beach
29.	Krabi Beach
30.	Phi Phi Beach

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