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When
I
was
very
young,
my
parents
took
me
on
a
family
holiday
to
stay
here
for
the
first
time.
After
that,
we
went
back
regularly
as
it
quickly
became
a
family
favourite
and,
as
a
result,
tied
into
my
nostalgic
memories
of
childhood.
Recently,
my
dad
and
I
went
back
for
the
first
time
in
many
years
and,
unlike
many
places
that
one
visits
after
growing
up,
it
did
not
disappoint.
In
all
the
important
ways
-
the
feelings
of
safety
and
relaxation,
the
peaceful
atmosphere
-
the
place
has
not
changed.
That
is
not
to
say
they
haven't
looked
after
it!
On
the
contrary,
it
is
well
kept
and
they
have
even
had
some
renovations
done,
which
can
be
seen
on
their
website
photos.
This
is
one
of
the
rare
cases
where
I
would
say
the
hotel
website
does
the
best
job
at
representing
the
reality
of
what
the
rooms
look
like.
The
fact
that
the
rooms
have
kitchens
perfectly
kits
this
place
out
for
long
stays
and
makes
it
all
the
more
convenient
for
shorter
stays.
Importantly,
the
beds
are
very
comfortable
and
the
place
is
clean
(my
dad
and
I
both
have
dust
allergies
so
it's
easy
to
tell
when
a
place
is
or
isn't
clean).
In
terms
of
things
to
do,
you
could
stroll
around
their
beautiful
gardens
filled
with
diverse
Thai
flora,
or
swim
in
one
of
the
many
pools
accessible
to
you
as
a
guest,
you
could
walk
the
pier
and
visit
the
aquarium
and
marine
research
centre
(only
a
short
5
minute
walk
away).
In
the
morning,
the
Kantary
Cafe
serves
affordable
coffee
and
some
very
tasty
ice
cream.
They
also
make
delicious
food
and
their
cakes
look
divine.
There
is
also
the
option
of
using
the
facilities
of
the
Cape
Panwa
Hotel,
of
which
there
are
many
including
pools,
restaurants,
a
beach,
bars,
a
board
game
room
etc.
The
Cape
Panwa
Hotel
(the
Kantary
Bay
Hotel's
partner)
resides
just
over
the
hill
and
there
is
a
regular
shuttle
bus
that
travels
between
the
two
in
case
you
can't
manage
the
climb.
On
the
days
you
want
a
bit
of
exercise,
the
climb
may
even
be
welcome!
The
neighbourhood
comes
alive
at
night
with
a
street
market
where
you
can
pick
up
some
classic
street
food
and
snacks.
If
this
quiet
little
corner
of
Phuket
is
a
too
quiet
for
you
at
times,
there
is
the
option
of
renting
a
car
or
a
motorbike
from
one
of
the
nearby
businesses.
If
in
doubt,
I'm
sure
the
Bay
Hotel
staff
could
help
you
figure
out
transport
(where
to
rent,
how
to
do
so)
should
you
want
to
travel
a
bit.
Within
a
short
driving
distance,
there
are
many
things
to
do
and
see.
I
would
recommend
the
Phuket
'Old
Town'.
The
museum
is
very
interesting
and
there
are
a
plethora
of
cafes,
restaurants
and
shops
to
browse.
On
top
of
all
this,
the
staff
make
this
place
truly
special.
Everybody,
from
the
cleaning
staff
to
the
desk
managers
to
the
those
that
work
in
the
Bay
Hotel
offices,
are
incredibly
thoughtful,
kind
and
caring.
Their
hard
work
and
dedication
to
their
guests
and
to
the
hotel
keep
the
place
running
smoothly
and
keeps
you
feeling
safe
and
welcome
the
whole
time.
Overall,
I
highly
recommend
this
place,
not
just
because
I
have
fond
memories,
but
also
because
it's
excellent
value
for
money
and
a
wonderful
way
to
spend
your
time
if
you're
looking
to
relax
by
the
sea
and
sand.
Plus,
there's
a
reason
why
I
have
fond
memories
in
the
first
place!
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