Phuket has become an International destination for not only tourists but also a large number of ex-patriate from all around the world, living permanently or partially.

Friendships are made easily, with a number of clubs, golf, sailing, Rotary and the International Womens Club.

Retail stores can supply almost all you may need and global brands are easy to find in the myriad of modern shopping malls as well as local silks.

International standard Golf clubs are accessible from all parts of the island by the excellent infrastructure.

Marinas

There are four Marinas first class, for all sizes of yachts.

Restaurants, Bars, Pubs

Restaurants, bars and pubs are too numerous to mention, and range through simple and tasty to chic and very comfortable. Most types of cuisine can be found here as well as the local Thai food, especially the southern seafood which is world renown.

Boating and water sports opportunities are plentiful at Boat Lagoon, Chalong Bay.