A Relaxing Weekend in the Land of Smiles

The last time I went to Phuket was before Tsunami, but on surface, nothing seemed to have changed much since then. What has changed most...is perhaps my perspective of things and to a certain extent, the more aggressive attitude of Phuketians....

During the last trip, the focus was mainly on doing as many activities as possible and buying cheap souvenirs for friends back at home. But this time round, all we yearned is to have a peaceful time and taking a break from the hectic life of work and marriage preparations! And we certainly managed to achieve that, with great seafood and a totally heavenly stay at a quiet boutique hotel hidden amidst the busy Patong Beach. Only bummer was the persistent rain on the last day, which spoilt my plans to suntan!!......but it's also thanks to this rainy day that allowed me to take a few dramatic photo...

4 swimmers braving the strong waves

Panoramic shot of Karon Beach