Bangthao
is the large open bay with one of Phuket's longest
beaches. It was once used for tin mining, but has
since been developed into a luxury resort., is occupied
by the Laguna complex, a massive five-hotel development
with golf course. There are, however, accommodations
available outside Laguna at the bay's south end.
Dry season swimming is excellent, and at the bay's
north end is a smaller bay, almost completely enclosed,
at the mouth of which is some fine coral. Plenty
of places to eat, tour companies, and other tourist
facilities available either at Laguna Along the
way are some small bays with good swimming and no
development.
Phuket Beaches
Particularly in the monsoon season, there are
strong currents on many of the beaches and drownings
are a depressingly common occurrence. Heed the
warning flags on popular beaches and play it safe
if off the beaten track. It is important to note
that, while many tourists who flock to the beaches
of Phuket are European, nudity is viewed as highly
offensive to Thais. It is very rude to go topless
to beaches. Thais are generally non-confrontational,
but it is always best to be respectful while treading
on another's home country.
About Bang Tao Beach, Phuket Thailand
Bangthao
is the large open bay with one of Phuket's longest
beaches. It was once used for tin mining, but has
since been developed into a luxury resort., is occupied
by the Laguna complex, a massive five-hotel development
with golf course. There are, however, accommodations
available outside Laguna at the bay's south end.
Dry season swimming is excellent, and at the bay's
north end is a smaller bay, almost completely enclosed,
at the mouth of which is some fine coral. Plenty
of places to eat, tour companies, and other tourist
facilities available either at Laguna Along the
way are some small bays with good swimming and no
development.
