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 Patong
is the most famous - some would say infamous - beach resort
on Phuket. With its wide variety of activities and nightlife,
Patong is an ideal place to party and play.
Visitors hoping for a glimpse into the exotic East will likely
not find it here among the McDonald's, KFC, Boots and Starbucks
outlets, though the steaming hot streets, neon lights and
chaotic atmosphere of Patong can be overwhelming for the new
arrival.
The key to full enjoyment of the place is to pace yourself,
drink lots of water and learn the meaning of 'mai pen rai'
- which translates roughly to 'It doesn't matter' or 'Don't
worry, be happy'.
By day, Patong's curved sandy bay is a hive of activity with
parasail and jet-ski operators, boat drivers, beach vendors
and masseuses all vying for the attention of the many visitors
relaxing on the beach chairs.
Those looking for more to do than sunbathe can try their
hand at diving, sailing, elephant-trekking, ATV-riding, bicycle
tours, sea canoeing, bungy jumping, water-skiing and more,
and Patong is a handy and central jumping-off point for many
of these activities.
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