The beach towns of Rawai and Nai Harn hold a certain charm about them. Tucked deep in the far south of Phuket, they offer a sense of tranquillity that is quite unique, despite having vibrant night scenes and an impressive range of restaurants.

Rawai is a relatively big area with a pleasant mixture of locals, expats and tourists. You will find businesses here that cater to all.

Rawai Travel Guide | Rawai is popular with the expat crowd, many of which choose to make Rawai their home and for several reasons, such as the cheaper living costs compared to other areas on the island, the abundance of restaurants serving local and internationsl cuisine, the beauty of Nai Harn Beach and the tropical jungle clad hills with amazing views and sunsets.

Rawai starts at Chalong circle and runs all the way to Nai Harn beach. This is quite a huge area and you will need some kind of transportion to get around. Unlike other areas on the island, you won’t see many tuk tuk or motorbike taxis driving around.

Chalong is mainly a residential and business area (diving), the dwelling choice for many expats, as well as locals. This is due to its ideal location providing easy connections north to Phuket City, west to Karon, and south to the beach towns of Rawai.

Chalong is an attractive place to visit during your holiday, as it is easy to travel to and offers much in the line of conveniences and entertainment. There are plenty of dive shops along the road towards Chalong Pier, from where most diving and fishing trips leave in the early mornings.

Chalong Travel Guide | You can find a HomePro and Villa Market under the same roof near the infamous Chalong circle as well as a Tesco Lotus Park and Makro on the way to Rawai and a shopping complex near Fishermen Way.

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Phuket City is an absolute pleasure to explore with its eclectic mix of ‘old meets new’ attractions combined with a strong sense of tradition that is evident throughout. The capital of the province that is Phuket should be a must visit on everyone’s itinerary.

Phuket City is home to many architectural attractions from its former days as a hub for Chinese merchants and boasts a vibrant nightlife unlike anywhere else on the isle. In addition, its wide selection of eateries offers some of the best dining that can be found on Phuket, partly due to the sheer diversity available.

Phuket City Travel Guide | Although Phuket Town offers a bustling atmosphere in its own right, it is less hectic than some of the bigger beach towns along the west coast. It has a culturally rich feel to it, which is evident along the streets of its Old Town. Here you’ll spot striking Sino-Portuguese buildings in all sorts of bright colours. With quaint cafés, boutique shopping opportunities, lively night-time entertainment and multiple markets, Phuket Town will engage your mind and satisfy your senses.

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