Phuket: Sunshine and Island Hopping in the Andaman Sea

Phuket is Thailand's largest island and the gateway to the Andaman Sea for vacations. Five days and four nights, enjoy an island holiday between sunshine and island hopping.

Patong is the bustling center, with beaches, night markets, and bars all connected. Kata and Karen are quieter, perfect for those who just want to daydream.

Reported a one-day island hopping trip to Phi Phi Island, where Maya Bay's clear waters are like crystal, truly living up to its reputation as a filming location for "The Beach." Snorkeling to see coral and clownfish is the closest contact with the ocean.

The Similan Islands (open in season) are known for their extremely high visibility, with occasional sightings of whale sharks and sea turtles. Although the journey is far, the underwater world is worth all the trips.

Watch the sunset at Shenxian Peninsula at dusk, with windmills and cliffs set against the orange sea. Enjoy a seafood feast—tom yum and curry crab will light up your taste buds.

Phuket's laziness is giving the holiday back to the sea. When you wake up in a hammock and find it's already afternoon, you'll understand: doing nothing is sometimes the very purpose of travel.