Whatever you desire, you can find it in Patong, is not an exaggerated statement if it refers to Phuket's world-famous Patong Beach. During the day, one can enjoy sand, sea and sun on the crescent-shaped, powder-white sandy beach dotted with colorful beach umbrellas and lapped by crystal-clear water ranging in color from emerald to blue and turquoise depending on the season, climate or time of day.

From sunset to dawn, Patong is wide awake with its wide range of entertainment, particularly in Soi Bang La, otherwise known as Phuket's "Patpong" district, named after Bangkok's raunchy Patpong Road known for its bars and girls where everyone can have fun and enjoy life as if there's no tomorrow.

Although Batik is not strictly Thai folk art, it is considered an interesting handicraft full of craftsmanship, with a unique technique of printing colored designs on cloth. More importantly, this method of printing can generate employment for those who pay serious attention to it.

Such a group of woman, belonging to the Haad Noppharat Thara Cooperatives, in Muang District of the southern province of Krabi, has joined hands to print batik designs on cloth, as a way of earning supplementary incomes. They have received support from the cooperative promotion department, ministry of agriculture and cooperatives.

Steps in batik production are not complicated, and can be learned through practice. You can also create batik designs with your own style. Printing batik designs starts by washing the cloth to expunge any oil or flour.

Krabi, one of Thailand's southern provinces bordering the Andaman, represents a dream destination for tourists passionate about the sea. It also boasts a wide range of hotels, resorts, shops, and other forms of entertainment tailor-made for the utmost convenience of tourists.

Nakamanda Resort & Spa, in Krabi Province, is one of the more popular places are favored by honeymooners and those seeking privacy. In its tranquil location by Khlong Muang Beach, the accommodation blends well with nature. The airy diner is open to sea breezes and carries the simple name "The Kitchen".

Apart from a banqueting area, it also features space for those who prefer the coziness of the surroundings. To support this, The Kitchen makes available to discriminating diners the open terrace in the exterior of the building.