- Krabi or Phuket - beaches
- Gift and souvenir hike
- Attractions and entertainment
Despite the unrest in the global economy, Thailand will never be left without tourists who know that only here you can have a good rest, discover the world of amazing nature, have good fun, while for relatively little money. It remains only to choose the stunning natural attractions of Krabi or Phuket, the most famous Thai resort.
They are located opposite each other, have a separate resemblance, and yet rest in Krabi is connected more with nature, Phuket is a city of contrasts, which is ready to offer natural monuments and religious masterpieces, ethnographic villages and transvestite shows, so that a curious guest will have to choose between entertainment.
Krabi or Phuket - beaches
Phuket resorts are undoubtedly larger, wider, more fun, but in the vicinity of Krabi you can find many beautiful bays, white beaches, shining azure sea waves. Some of them are remote from the resort and can only be reached by boat, but the rest will be filled with peace and tranquility, while others, on the contrary, are noisy and cheerful. For example, Ao Nang Beach is popular with diving, snorkeling and windsurfing enthusiasts, and the shore is full of entertainment.
In Phuket, tourists will find the largest number of beaches in Thailand, and all of them are in the style of advertising a "Bounty" bar, soft sand and the same gentle waves, turquoise sky and emerald palm leaves. The most luxurious beach is Bang Tao, where the hotels of the chains of the leaders of the world tourism business are built. Cozy rest awaits on the beaches of Surin, Kata Beach and Kamala Beach, reckless and fun - in Patong.
Gift and souvenir hike
Shopping is not the most interesting entertainment for tourists in Krabi, there are not many shops with popular brands. Among the goods in demand, batiks prevail, striking in a variety of sizes and colors. A traditional souvenir for this region is a rug made of pandan wood.
The list of souvenirs and gifts from Phuket is much wider than what is offered in Krab. Mainly they buy: spices and spices; coconut oil, which is an excellent cosmetic product; objects of art from local brush masters, an obligatory landscape - urban or beach; seafood jewelry made by the craftsmen of the village of Ko-Panye.
Attractions and entertainment
The Thailand resort of Krabi offers three options for entertainment to its guests: travel to natural attractions and beauty; acquaintance with historical artifacts; sports games and fun. There are a lot of natural monuments and unique, beautiful places in the vicinity of the resort. Therefore, guests visit the islands of Phi Phi and Koh Samui, go on a sea safari, travel to national parks and waterfalls.
Among the man-made monuments there is a monastery located in the so-called Tigrovaya cave, important artifacts are kept by the ethnological museum. While on holiday in Krabi, you can try one of 150 routes designed for rock climbing, cycling, kayaking, canoeing or descending to the seabed.
The same rich "assortment" (as when choosing souvenirs) awaits guests when choosing activities in Phuket. Several areas can be distinguished, for example, acquaintance with the historical and cultural heritage of the ancient Thais, religious tourism, various sports games and entertainment. The local nature plays an important role; excursions to the seas, islands and jungle, exotic fun are offered here.
Getting to know the culture and history begins with a visit to the Big Buddha, one of the most magnificent temple complexes in Thailand. Then you can walk around other temples, go to the Thai village, an open-air museum. Natural attractions are the beautiful Similan Islands (there is also amazing diving for experienced tourists), the Andaman Sea with its fabulous islands and coves. Traveling through the jungle will tickle your nerves and leave an unforgettable experience. Tourists can do almost any kind of sport or become spectators of the cruel and beautiful sports spectacle - Thai boxing.
Phuket
Comparison of the main tourist components of rest in Thai resorts allows us to come to certain conclusions.
Peerless Krabi is chosen by travelers who:
- dream of exotic paradises;
- they are not going to spend the whole vacation on the beach;
- love bright colors and batiks;
- dream of conquering all the mountain peaks in the vicinity of the resort.
Phuket resort is suitable for those tourists who:
- know about the most beautiful beaches and are going to try them all;
- love shopping and are ready to buy souvenirs for all close and distant relatives;
- dream of seeing the Big Buddha;
- are going to conquer seas, jungles, rivers and mountains.
