Phuket, famous for its beaches and nightlife, is known for driving a large number of men looking for a visit to the a go go bars, beer bars and discotheques packed with young and single Thai ladies. Is a woman traveling alone in Phuket have her place? There are definitely many activities to enjoy for foreign ladies on the island.

There are plenty of cheap and fun activities to do for women traveling alone in Phuket. Finding new friends among other travelers is easy, as well as meeting Thai ladies who will enjoy chatting to practice their English. This can be a good way to learn more about Thai culture and the country. A young sexy female traveler will certainly get the interest of Thai men, but without them being too invasive.

The first thing that a woman will enjoy in the island is the numerous beaches available. From a small nearly private beach where sun bathing can be enjoyed to more busy beaches like in Patong, there is somewhere to go. Foreign ladies must know that sunbathing topless is very impolite and shocking in Thai culture and must not be done publicly.

In addition to the beach, where a cheap Thai massage can be enjoyed, pampering is available at many SPAs that can offer a wide range of services. Some of them provide hydrotherapy, sauna, Shiatsu massage and skin treatment sessions by qualified practitioners in a setting with a great view on the sea.

Wellness programs are also available, generally combined with SPA sessions. On the menu are weight loss and diet programs, fitness, and also alternative methods like meditation and tai chi. Women only groups offer other activities like for example, Nia dance, reiki, yoga and Shiatsu.

Shopping is another activity that women visiting Phuket will enjoy as there is a wide range of quality colorful clothes and accessories on sale in shopping malls, but also markets. All items are priced very competitively in comparison to Europe or the USA, so it is without doubts a good time to add extra luggage when living the country.

A must do in Phuket is sightseeing and there are many tour agencies that have joined excursions available in small groups to the many attractions in and around Phuket island. Renting a motorcycle or a car is possible for those who want more freedom and stay alone. Sport activities like mountain biking, sea kayaking, snorkeling, diving or motorcycling are good options.

Patong is famous for its active nightlife that all men will like. But is there a place in Phuket where women can go? In addition to the a go-go bars, where women can also have drink, there are several pubs and discotheques where the night can be enjoyed. For those who do not want to be alone, there are certainly plenty of opportunities to make new friends.

There is without question a place for foreign women in Phuket, which is not only for men, as anywhere else in Thailand.

Michel Gerard is a Travel author living in Asia. Visit the Guest House Phuket website to book your hotel room online and get a *free* eBook: "Stories of Authentic Eco-adventure Destinations for Travelers in Thailand" => http://www.guesthousephuket.com/ebook.html