Ok, i go to Thailand about 5 times a year. I love the country. Phuket is awsome. I stay at the Beach Resortel in Patong. Cheap and the people are lovely. They also have good food. It's right on the beach and the rooms are clean and big. Cheap too. You have to love that part of the country. Now, if you really want to see more islands like phuket, you have to check out the Sukorn Islands down in Trang. It's not that close to the border so you are safe there. You take a water taxi (which is nothing but a local fisherman), to the island. If you like primitive and bungaloos, then you'll love it. There is NO sounds but the ocean. The staff have wonderful food.
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Michael
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Michael