Phuket is Southeast Asian jewel developed into one of Asia's premier tropical Island destinations with an excellent infrastructure, friendly people, fine cosmopolitan cuisine and International standard schools and hospitals.

            With its incomparable coastal beauty and international lifestyle is hard to beat and is now seeing worldwide demand for luxury ocean view property and investors are cashing in at all levels with land prices doubling, on average, every three years. Due to direct air link with Phuket International Airport Phuket Island has been successful in attracting a cosmopolitan blend of Asian and Internationally based investors which has led to incredible stability in Phuket property prices at times when other areas in Asia have been suffering economic slowdowns

• Playing Golf

Golf is one of the most popular sports in Thailand. There are over 200 top class golf courses nationwide, many of them championship standard. The world's top designers have all made significant contributions, including Jack Nicklaus, Trent Jones, Nick Faldo and Gary Player to name just a few. Stepping foot on any one of Phuket's beautiful courses is a golfer's dream. If you like golf, you will love Phuket. There are six exceptional courses on this beautiful island paradise. Each of them has a different challenge and all have unique characteristics, outstanding beauty and tranquility.

• Shopping

Those who prefer a day of leisurely shopping have certainly not been overlooked. The Central Festival shopping mall was opened in 2005 and Jungceylon in Patong boasts major international brands including Marks and Spencer, Boots, Levis, Starbucks, Samsonite, Guess and many more. The mall is spacious and the leading Central Department store has an excellent variety of home wares, small electrical appliances and fashion. For those searching for authentic Thai handicrafts then a day out in Phuket City should not disappoint, here you can find many local artist galleries and smaller boutique style shops selling goods from across the region.

• Spas

After a hard days shopping why not unwind at one of Asia's top spas. Thai people have a long tradition of healing and the well being of body, mind and spirit are closely linked to the teachings of Buddhist philosophy. They are experts at relaxation and massage techniques, using the finest aromas and natural oils such as jasmine, mandarin, tea tree and lemon grass to create a feeling of well being.

• Dining and Cuisine

Thai cuisine is regarded as one of the worlds´ finest and in Phuket there are many excellent restaurants to choose from. Thai food can be spicy, sweet, sour, and aromatic and is always colorful. It ranges from the simple foods found at the local markets and hawkers stalls to the most elaborate creations imaginable found at the top restaurants. Wherever you eat you will not to be disappointed by the variety of dishes and flavors on offer.

International cuisine is also popular in Phuket with restaurants from all four corners of the globe. Most popular are Italian, Chinese and Indian. There are also many small sandwich bars and pie shops catering for more Western tastes.