Holidays in Thailand 2011

Phuket Island reflects the character of the Thai people. There are numerous beaches to be discovered and explored in, on, and around Phuket. One of these is Kata Beach, which is south of the Patong Beach and Karon beaches. Kata Beach is a fun and lively place located south of Karon Beach. It is an ideal spot for Phuket bound tourists. Kata Noi and Kata Yai, are two of the most popular beaches in this area. Kata Noi is a little more exclusive for higher end clientele, and offers solitude and privacy.
Kata Beach is perfect place to unwind as it is slower paced then Patong Beach to the north. Dino Park is a miniature golf park which is perfect for kids and family excursions, it is not far from Kata Beach and there is a restaurant here as well. The beach's convenient location to the busier areas of the island makes it ideal as a tropical getaway with all the necessary facilities and amenities easily accessible. Banana boat riding, elephant trekking, dining on fresh lobster and seafood are some of the fantastic activities to indulge in.
Kata Resorts Offer Incredible Deals
Kata Beach is a mini-mecca for water sports. There is surfing, waterskiing, snorkeling, and wakeboarding. Beach football and volleyball begin at the south end of the beach near the Boathouse. Travelers who enjoy the Rastafarian and reggae lifestyle can go to Ska Bar at the very south end of Kata Beach. There is live music here nightly. The south side of Kata Beach is also the best place for surfing between December and March. Surfboard and boogie board rentals are available. Be aware that if flags are posted on the beach, then the riptides can be very dangerous, and it is advised to take extra precaution as the apparent calmness of the waves can be deceiving.
There are plenty of Kata resort and hotel deals going on all the time. Depending on what kind of activities and nightlife you enjoy, there is a vast array of bargains to be discovered. Resorts such as Avista and Peach Hill offer a secluded atmosphere close to nature, while being accessible to the shopping and restaurants in town. Some places to try are One Man Plaza, Kata Night Bazaar, or Karon Plaza. Nocturnal explorers can walk around Kata Road and New Road for barhopping and socializing.
During high season Kata Beach gets quite busy. In December, Kata Bay hosts the King's Cup Regatta, transforming the bay into a yacht fest. Sailing lessons and yacht parties are all the rage during this time. There are also year around boat excursions to Phang Nga, Koh Kai, Similan Island, and the Sea Gypsy village. These are fascinating places to enhance your experience of Kata Beach and Phuket Island as a whole. There are endless things to do in Kata Beach and surrounding areas of the entire island. Before coming to Phuket, doing a bit of research can yield the best Kata resort deals and information about events going on at the time of your visit.
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