Turtle Village is located in proximity to the Mai Khao Beach which is a popular tourist destination. The Mai Khao beach is in the northern section of Phuket. A beach that is somewhat secluded and private. The long sandy beach and the Casuarina trees spread out across the coastal region provide an escape for those looking for some relaxation. Since the area is not that populated the most convenient place situated closest to the beach is Turtle Village. It is a short walk from the resorts and the hotels in this area.

Turtle village and cuisine is a shopping center that has a number of stores that sell Thai souvenirs and collectibles. Specialty shops have leather goods, wall hangings, ornaments and Thai styled garments. Check out the Thai government craft store for such Thai goods. The Jim Thompson’s silk shop is another store you should visit if you want to look at various Thai silk designs and clothes. Since the Turtle Village shopping center is nearest to the hotels in Mai Khao it is the best place to go to find grocery items and knick knacks. There is a supermarket called the Turtle mart based on the lower basement level of the shopping center. This place caters to the needs of the visitors and most people can find snacks and drinks for an affordable price here.

As for food, Turtle Village is famous for the ice cream shop; Svensons serves some delicious ice cream and desserts. You should also try out the coffee shops, pubs and small restaurants at Turtle village, the stores are set in a cozy environment and you feel relaxed and at ease. If you plan a trip to Mai Khao Beach you will easily find a Phuket resort close to the beach area. There are many a Phuket beach resort offering luxurious and comfortable rooms and lodging. One of the places that can be recommended is Anantara Phuket Resort Thailand which is close to the beach area, provides great service and makes sure that the visitors are comfortable and happy during their stay in Phuket.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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