Phuket - Promthep Cape

Promthep Cape is the island's most photographed and perhaps best-known location. Every evening, large tour buses, scooters and private cars sweep through Rawai Beach and up the island's southern hill in order to watch the sunset at its peak. On the top of the hill stands a busy car park where vehicles disgorge crowds of people from every corner of the world. Cameras flash, fingers point and lovers cuddle as Phuket's most fabulous free show is re-enacted nightly – the sunset. 

That's all? No. 

Promthep also has a lighthouse that houses interesting historical maritime artifacts and commands spectacular views over the east and southeast of the island and its environs. The lighthouse/museum is air conditioned inside and if you go up to the outdoors viewing balcony you can see the distinctive shapes of the Phi Phi Islands, Koh Racha Yai and Koh Racha Noi on a clear day and of course a whole raft of nearer islands such as nearby Koh Kiaow with its Buddhist monastery. The view from the cape is like a huge eternity pool from which you can mentally project the far-flung shores of Sri Lanka and the Indian Subcontinent. Some people make the rather demanding trek down to the end of the cape’s promontory but most stay up in the viewing part for sunset. By the car park there is a handicrafts shop and a series of stalls that sell shells, batik, snacks, sarongs, shawls, toys and beachwear.

Thailand flag.

The path to see the sunset.

Beautiful! I was so amazed by this great view.

Dusk.

Thank you to my tourist guide for taking me there. It's breathtaking and amazing. I didn't speak much except keep taking photos more and more. I just love the sunset so much!

Phuket - Thai's Pineapple

Thai's pineapple is so different. They so different size which are small and big and the taste is totally different too.

They might look the same as Malaysia's pineapple but you must trust me when I tell you that they are much sweeter than ours!

For my observation, the small one is crunchy but less sweet but the big one is very sweet and less crunchy. Of course I prefer the big one. 

You will be surprise if I tell you the cost for one pineapple is only about RM0.50! Yes, I'm not kidding and it's unbelievable, I know... Compared to ours, the quality is better and the price is a lot cheaper.

I'm not a fan of pineapple but for Thai's pineapple, I'd definitely eat them a lot. So, every time I go to Thailand by van, for sure I won't miss the chance to eat it. That is the disadvantage if you fly to Thailand. You won't have this kind of experience like looking at some rural area, villages along the road and eat this sweet pineapple!

I will definitely eat it again when I go to Thailand this July! In fact, I already missed it so much :)

Phuket - Bangla Road At Night

I did not explore much at Bangla Road even though I stayed at Aloha Hotel which was located exactly at Bangla Road. Maybe because I was tired and did not feel like walking so much after a long day full with some activities.

The only things I did were window shopping and foot massage. Ahhh... so relaxing! I love Thai's massage so much. If I'd like to compare Thai's massage and others, I'd definitely choose Thai.

Don't forget to try Thai's pancake. It's so delicious! They sell in many flavor and the ones I tried were Banana Nutella and Peanut Butter. Simply delicious! But I warn you, do not expect the pancake looks like the pancake you used to eat :P

To those who really enjoy the night life, you should stay here at Bangla Road. There are so many pubs, restaurants and cafe around. After all, why should you stay far away from town, right? :)

Phuket - The Food

I want to make a different for the Phuket post. This time, I want to just post about food that I ate in Phuket. Be prepared for the mouth watering food ok?

Why I took this picture? I'm kinda fed up with some people who always have negative thought about other people action including what they eat. If you have problem with food in other countries and always have doubt about their Halal status, so don't travel and just go to states in Malaysia. So this picture is for you!

I ate this when I was on the way to Phuket. This breakfast was so delicious. Sticky rice with fried chicken. No wonder Thai people are so slim.

I used to see this glass bottle in Malaysia but now hardly find 

The menu

The banana which were ready to be cooked

Seafood fried rice

Lobster at Bangla Road

Iced coffee

Seafood!

Buffet at Phi Phi Island

Buffet at Fantasea

Overall the food in Phuket were good. In comparison between Phuket and Krabi's food, I'd definitely choose Krabi. Hmm, maybe because I was frustrated that I couldn't eat my favorite dish in Thailand -- Salad Fried Rice :)

Phuket - Fantasea

At first I did not plan to go to Fantasea because we had decided not to go after a discussion in the Travel Kakis group. But when in the van, suggested by the tourist guide I wanted to go. Since I already in Phuket and don't know when I'm going to go there again, yes I was sure to go.

I did check about it before I came to Phuket. Not many pictures I could see because taking picture in there is prohibited. 

I changed my mind when I watch the show in the van. Then, I decided why not I just give myself a try. Just forget about the price. At least, I can tell and share the experience with others :)

You can see the big rock at the entrance.

This is the entrance.

A lot of fish in the pool at the entrance. I wonder how is it feel if I fall into that pool!

Some stalls that you can see when you enter at the entrance.

Nice isn't it?

The buffet.

You can ride the elephant.

The entrance to see the show. You have to keep the gadgets here including camera and mobile phone. Too bad I could not take any picture inside. The show was a fantastic. It was worth of money and I suggest you to watch it if you are in Phuket. You must watch this! I enjoyed the show so much and I was amazed with the idea and creativity that the Thai could offer. Great job!

I really enjoyed the show. If you have doubt about going or not going, I suggest you to go. You must watch the show!