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Phuket is a tropical heaven with a host of things to offer from paradise-like beaches, thrilling watersports, exciting nightlife to world-class spa and accommodation. But like other dream holiday destinations, Phuket also has a slow season – and that’s when it rains and is occasionally hit by storms brought about by its monsoon climate. However, it certainly doesn’t mean that Phuket is off-limits during the monsoon season. On the contrary, there are several things you could enjoy during this time of year. Some of the things you can enjoy while staying at a private villa in Phuket on a rainy day include: Play Board Games or Computer Games Board games are one of the easiest ways to pass the time and enjoy a rainy day in Phuket. Most of the private villas usually offer board games to keep their guests entertained while indoors. You can simply ask the staff for …

Phuket has numerous luxury accommodations and exclusive estates with private villas to rent spread around the island – some located directly on the beach, and some positioned a bit higher – up on the hill or cliff. Samsara Estate is one of the lavish modern hillside properties in Phuket. The estate is outstanding with the unique location on a private peninsula on the west coast of Phuket where it used to be a cashew nut plantation. Samsara Estate offers some of the most luxurious private villas and homes for rent in Phuket – all overlook a majestic view of Nakalay Bay and the Andaman Sea. Estate Location Samsara Estate sits between the two famous beaches in Phuket – Patong and Kamala. Its enviable location is connected with excellent road system where it is just an easy 5-minute drive to Kamala Beach and an 8-minute drive to Patong Beach. Guests staying at this private …

Hotels and resorts are known to have all facilities and amenities that exist to facilitate and gratify guests staying at the accommodation. The quality of the facility and service largely depend on the level of luxury of each place. Whether it is an on-site restaurant or a luxury spa, these services certainly stand to please the guest.  For the private luxury villa, there are special services guests rarely or never find in ordinary accommodations. However, you can find these particular services at an exclusive property such as a private villa rental. Here is a list of eight services you will find in private luxury vacation homes that may not be available at a hotel. Personal Staff One of the best things about renting a private villa is to have everything all to yourself. Guests do not have to share a thing with strangers because every facility, including personal staff, belongs …