Patong is Phuket's major tourist resort. Big and bustling, Patong has more accommodation plus a greater range and intensity of action than any other Phuket beach. Not many years ago, it was a remote island village on a long crescent beach. Today, Patong is one of the most developed beach resorts in Southeast Asia - the tranquil beach resort of yesterday has evolved into a playground for throngs of Asian and European merry-makers. The beach itself is nowhere near as crowded as popular European beaches, and there's always plenty of action. From jetskis to longtail boats, from paragliding to Hobie cats, it's all available. But the water remains clear and clean, and ample areas are cordoned off for swimmers.

ACCOMMODATION: An outdoor pool just a few steps from the magnificent white sand beach. A shopping precinct with beauty salon, bank, tailors shops, photo shop and jewelry store. A complete selection of food and beverage outlets. A business seminar centre. Yes, Seapearl Beach Hotel has everything for a complete stay in paradise. Krong Thai Restaurant Traditional Thai seafood prepared in our own special manner. With a selection of fine wines, Thai style decor, and fantastic ocean views, this is one of Phuket's finest restaurants. Kai Mook Coffee Shop and Terrace Serving fine International cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Seafood, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, salads plus Thai and Asian specialties. The Terrace features a steak and seafood BBQ. Le Bar et Piano Phuket's one and only elegant piano bar Poolside Bar Join us for Sunset Happy Hours from 5 - 7 p.m. Relax and enjoy the spectacular Phuket sunsets. Atrium Cafe serving international coffees, teas and wines, N.Y. Deli sandwiches, soups, cakes and pastries plus Baskin Robbins ice-cream. Club Internet where you can surf the World Wide Web and stay in touch with the world.

HOTEL FACILITIES & SERVICES: Amanpuri's crescent beach is located at the foot of a cascading sweep of stone steps. Drinks and light snacks are served, beachside, throughout the day.

Amanpuri's own Amancrusises fleet numbers more than 20 cruisers and sailing craft, the largest of any hotel in Southeast Asia. Sailing, deep-sea fishing, diving and overnight charters, with full crew, are all available. Guest activities range from watersports to tennis on six floodlit courts. The refurbished gym, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, is set down on the beach. Massage and beauty treatments are available in the salon or in the privacy of your pavilion. Five golf courses are located within a 30-minutes drive of Amanpuri.

The Restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and is open every evening. In season, beach barbecues are held regularly at sundown. The library keeps a wide selection of cultural and historical books on Asia.