Phuket is pronounced poo-ket. So this post is pronounced “Potos from Pooket.”
This island state in Thailand was a very unique experience for me in this day and age. Perhaps I’ve lived in Japan for too long – but relaxation almost permanently eludes me here. Although I try and succeed in traveling often, I am an active traveler. Those who join me are sometimes frustrated by my aggressive itinerary planning – seeing temples, climbing mountains, riding boats, storming the bars and clubs. On vacation, every moment is precious to me. Sitting in hostels using computers is something I am never comfortable doing.
Moreover, Japan is a very busy country, with very little downtime. Writing, sorting photos, reading, and watching TV or movies/doing laundry or cooking (I combine all of that) generally takes up the rest of the time that I am not with friends.
And the result is, since 2013 or so, I have had extremely little free time. While I enjoy many of my doings, I had nearly forgotten what it was like to spend three whole days without any plans whatsoever; to just drink and socialize.
Until Phuket.
Here are the photos of that incredible time:
Patong Beach, Phuket