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Pamper Yourself in Phuket

Our hectic lifestyle causes tension and stress to our mind and body. Most people suffer from muscle ache, joint pain, headache and all sorts of body discomfort after focusing on their work (which seem endless) all the time. Why not give yourself some time off and pamper yourself once awhile with a short vacation? That’s the “it” way to recharge yourself nowadays.

Phuket has been popular as a haven of spa. Pampering yourself in a spa treatment during your Phuket escapade is the best choice for indulgence and relaxation. My personal favourite would be the Island Herb Spa which offers comfortable atmosphere, filled with serenity and tranquility, helping me find back calmness and recollect myself. I felt very much pampered by their spa treatments which include steam bath, jacuzzi, body scrub and massage enhanced with enlightening traditional touch. When you are there, don’t forget to pay them a visit just to unwind yourself.

There is another treatment that I would love to share – the traditional Thai Massage. No visit to Phuket is complete without a traditional Thai massage. Thai massage is totally different from any other types of massage. It emphasizes more on applying pressure using the thumbs, fingertips, hands, feet, arms, legs as well as body weight. This deep-massage technique brings total relaxation and rejuvenation, promising complete rest and comfort, for your well-being.

During my previous trip to Phuket, aside from recharging myself with the spa and massage sessions, I managed to visit a few other interesting places which might also interest you! Heard of Wat Saphan Hin? It’s the home for a beautiful structure that you must not miss. From afar, you can see the tall standing Buddha, standing majestically on the hill top. You might need a pair of comfortable shoes for your journey towards the Buddha statue as the path is slightly slanted on a slope. But I can assure you that the scene is definitely amazing! The gigantic statue is surrounded by tall stone poles which are the ruins of its prayer hall.

Besides that, the Chalong Temple is also another magnificent site and it is the most significant Buddhist temple in the island. Its appealing architecture structure with three connecting roofs mesmerized my eye sight. Besides the main prayer hall, there is also the Grand Pagoda nearby. The walls of the pagoda are painted with colourful images which depicts the story of Buddha’s life.

Promthep Cape, the most south point of Phuket, has been the best location to witness sunset. I know there is a lighthouse with an observation level which accommodates greater views of sunset. Spend a romantic evening with your loved ones while bidding farewell to the sun for the day. As Promthep Cape is located beside the sea, you can witness the sky keeps changing colours as the sun falls. This is due to the different light spectrums reflecting from the water, which makes it all worth the wait and effort.

Longing for a break already? Wait no longer! Pamper yourself with some spa treatments and scenic views of Phuket. PYO Travel is always the one for you!

Escapade to Phuket!

Sun, sea, sand and girls!!! Phuket, my dream vacation escapade! Have been longing to this island which is so famous for having James Bond there long time ago and also island hopping to other smaller islands like Phi Phi Don Island and Phi Phi Ley Island. I also heard that there’s this beach called "Monkey Beach" where the monkeys rule!!! Better be bringing more bananas for them before they grab my everything… Yikes!!!

PYO Travel.com is offering affordable and interesting tours for everyone. So, wait no more! I wanted to book my tickets online for my trip to Phuket. I was surprised that they have so many options to choose from. Anyhow, heard from my friend the 4-days trip is just nice… Actually I was struggling on which tour package to choose – James Bond Island or Phi Phi Island? (or both?)

I did some research on the Net and found out that both of these island have their own attractions!

Option 1 : James Bond Island
I think most of us know why it’s called James Bond Island but for those who are wondering, let me show you why :

Can you see James Bond there? Haha! Actually the island was used as one of the shooting locations of the 1974 James Bond movie, “The Man with the Golden Gun”. Cool...!

Besides that, there is also this cave called “Tham Lod Cave” where we can see wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. There are so many different forms can be found. Some even formed beautiful shapes and sculptures on it.

Dolls ?

Elephant ?

Popcorn ? Care for a movie with me?According to PYO Travel.com, the fee to James Bond National Park only costs THB200 per person (equivalent to MYR22 only). Quite reasonable!

Option 2 : Phi Phi Island
What a cute name?! Got to know that Phi Phi Island is separated into two islands; one big, one small. The big one is called Phi Phi Don Island while the small one is called Phi Phi Ley Island. "Monkey Beach" can be found in Phi Phi Don Island. Don’t forget your bananas!!! (and peanuts too!)

The package from PYO Travel also offer free snorkeling session for us in Phi Phi Ley Island… The best part is that life jacket, mask and snorkels are included!!! Hurray!!!

Picturesque places like Lho Sa Mah Bay, Phi Leh Cove and Viking Cave presents beautiful sceneries where can be found in no other places.

Lho Sa Mah Bay

Phi Leh Cove

Viking Cave – Swallows’ favourite hang out place, which eventually is the best place for birds’ nest collection.
See! Told ‘ya it’s difficult to make up my mind on which island to go – James Bond Island? Or Phi Phi Island? Both sounds equally attractive, right?!

If you were me, which one would you choose? Feel free to drop by PYO Travel.com for more information and don’t forget to tell me your answers in the 'Comments' column.