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Phang Nga Bay The majority of diving
destinations close to Phuket are located in nearby
Phang Nga, where hundreds of limestone islands
rise dramatically from the blue waters of Phang
Nga Bay. Also popular are the largely inhabited
Similan Islands which was recently listed as one
of the world's 10 most beautiful spots for
underwater scenery by Skin Diving Magazine
in the U.S. The spectacular Phi Phi Islands near
Phuket are popular too. True diving enthusiasts
can hire boats for excursions to the Similan
Islands, located 80km north-west of Phuket, which
have clear waters similar to those found in the
Maldives, the Caribbean and the Great Barrier Reef
of Australia.
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Blue Canyon Country Club The Canyon
Course is a caddy only course. Designed for the
pleasure and enjoyment of golfers of any skill
level, the choice of five teeing areas allows the
course to be played from varying distances;
measuring at a length of 7,054 yards from the back
tees to a comfortable 5,974 yards from the forward
tees. The course has 18 holes and is par 72.
Located at: Blue Canyon Country Club,
165 Moo 1 Thepkasattri Road, Maikaw,
Thalang, Phuket 83140 Thailand.
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Shark Point and Anemone Reef The
reefs is by far the best and most popular dive
sites by day trip from Phuket or Phi Phi. These
two pinnacles are located approximately 25
kilometers east of Chalong Bay in Phuket. Given
official Marine Sanctuary status in 1992, these
two dive sites are the only day trips in Thailand
that offer truly world-class quality diving. The
rock explodes with life - the sheer density of
fish and other marine life makes diving here a
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The Burma Banks The Burma Banks are a
series of large underwater flat-topped sea-mounts
that lie approximately 180 kilometers off the
North-west Similan Islands. The banks' surrounding
waters are over 350 meters deep and prove a
challenge for recreational scuba divers. The name
is derived from the fact that this 1,500 square
kilometer area lies within the exclusive economic
zone of Burma. The banks offer a very exciting and
stimulating diving experience. |
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The Hideaway Spa Patong Nestled in
the foothills surrounding Patong, you will find
the Hideaway Spa an oasis of peace and
tranquility. It offers one of the best and the
most traditional massages and spas such as herbal
steam sauna room; Thai massage with herbal oils;
facial using herbal toner, cleanser and
moisturizer; foot massage; hair rejuvenation
programs as well as body and skin repair treatment
to rejuvenate and revitalize the body and mind.
Located at: 157 Soi Nanai, Patong
Beach Phuket 83150, Thailand. Email:info@phuket-hideaway.com
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Rajdamri Spa Rajdamri Spa is an
executive club located in the center part of the
town in Pratunam area. Its spa treatment has its
own unique style and combination of services. The
treatment consists of sauna and steam rooms, hot
and cool jacuzzis, traditional and oil massages.
You will get extra privileges if you sign up as a
member and have paid up the annual fee. It's open
from 11 am till midnight. Located
at: 35/2-8 Rajdamri Road, Lumpini,
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand. EMail:
rspa@bkk2000.com |
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