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48
Hours in
Phuket
Thailand’s largest island has something
for everybody: from the heritage charm
of the Old Town to the beautiful beaches
that line the west coast. However,
beyond the tourist traps you’ll discover
an island full of surprising secrets.
Writer Simon N. Ostheimer reveals all.
Phuket has come a long way in a very short time.
Historically an important regional trading post,
attracting merchants from Arabia, India and China,
it became a centre of the global tin and rubber
industries, before being discovered by travellers in
the 1970s. Today, now firmly on the global tourism
map, it combines pristine stretches of sand with
amazing culinary experiences and quality attractions.
Here’s how to make the most of 48 hours.
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