The countries located in the southeastern part of Asia are well studied by Russian tourists who adore exotic, warm seas, white beaches and emerald palms. One task is faced by a tourist who is going on vacation once again - which country or which island to choose for vacation. The most difficult choice is Bali or Phuket, since they occupy the top lines in the ranking of the best resorts, being the main resorts in their countries and competing with each other.
Bali or Phuket - where are the best beaches?
The main Indonesian island attracts, first of all, by its beach holiday, where each guest has his own paradise. It is only necessary to remember that not the whole island is good for a beach pastime, strong winds are frequent in its southern end, and ebb and flow can interfere with sea bathing.
The best beaches in Bali are in Sanur, there are no waves, the cover is golden sand with rather large grains of sand. The resort of Kuta was chosen by young and active tourists, the waves here are quite large, but there is a lot of fun. In the village of Jimbaran there is a very long coastal area, which is conducive to leisurely walks, and in the town of Padang-Padang, on the contrary, the beach is very small, but very cozy. The northern part of the island strikes with almost black volcanic sand on the beach and complete calm at sea, and dolphins that regularly appear on the beach are the hallmark of this area.
Phuket offers a wide variety of leisure activities for its guests, but the beach remains the main entertainment. This island has many beaches, large and tiny, in coves and bays. Bang Tao is considered the most luxurious; there are many hotels representing the most famous world brands. The level of service is the highest, but the prices are appropriate.
Tourists looking for solitude and silence go to Kamala Beach, which delights with its pristine beauty. There are rather modest hotels and the most famous Thai attraction - Phuket FantaSea. The most popular destination on the coast is, of course, Patong, where all the entertainment imaginable is presented.
Rest and treatment
Many hotels and hotel complexes located in Bali operate spa centers that provide assistance in treatment and recovery. The main procedures are related to water - showers, pools filled with sea water, seaweed wraps, salt massages and flower baths. Interestingly, there is a special spa program for men, which includes a wrap with the chic name "Black Borneo" (based on black rice and clove powder), followed by a massage and a relaxing bath.
Not only for the sake of a beach holiday, foreign travelers choose Phuket, the famous spa programs, Thai massages, body wraps and baths are also on the list of popular tourist services.
On the list of entertainment - diving and surfing
For Bali, diving is arguably the most popular pastime among guests who are attracted by: spectacular deep-sea landscapes; extremely diverse flora and fauna; artifacts from the last world war. There are many dive centers that offer training from scratch and also give you the opportunity to go to the next level.
Surfing in Bali is just as popular as scuba diving. All thanks to strong winds blowing in certain areas of the coast of the island. Beginners choose the resort of Kuta, professionals go to Uluwatu, where the waves are constant and large, surfing almost instantly triggers an adrenaline rush.
Of all the resorts in Thailand, Phuket is the most developed, offering various types of recreation, including diving. On this island and on the neighboring islets, there are many beautiful underwater corners waiting for their guests. There are many schools that allow to master the diving technique even for those tourists who have never held a swimming mask in their hands.
There are places where only experienced divers are allowed to dive - these are the territories near the Similan Islands, where stunning underwater landscapes and landscapes, but a very strong current.
Comparing two countries, two islands, it can be noted that they have a lot in common: beautiful nature, gorgeous seascapes, similar entertainment.
But there is still a difference in rest, so Bali resorts are chosen by guests from abroad who:
- they like to rest on the golden, delicate sand;
- ready to stand on a surfboard or dive into the depths of the sea;
- they love various cosmetic procedures using exotic plants.
Phuket is ideal for tourists who:
- would like to have an active, eventful and entertaining holiday;
- love changing beaches in search of new experiences;
- ready to endlessly explore the beauty of the sea.
