Ever since selecting holiday destinations online became massively convenient and affordable with a wide range of the cheapest flights offerings, many travel spots received a huge boost in its tourism sector. Let’s name one of Singaporean’s favourite, Thailand, with Bangkok and Phuket being its top picks. Phuket, in particular, has proven itself to be a favourite among travellers for its chillax atmospheres.

There are so many places to visit and no time to waste, so let me bring you through the list of top eight things you can expect to see when you take the next flight to Phuket.

1. Phi Phi Island

As far as beauty and serenity are concerned, to give you an idea of how charming Phi Phi Island is, it was selected for Leo Dicaprio’s 2000 movie The Beach. This island is as magnificently pretty as the movie made it out to be, and is Thailand’s primary tropical tourist attraction. Rich in flora and fauna, it has ensured a reasonable minimum in commercial development to maintain its enchanting allure (and creating a sustainable tourism). It’s a popular choice amongst travellers as they get a little more than just a mere tan.

2. Phang Nga Bay

Located on the northeast side of the island, this bay highlights beautiful limestone cliffs that emerge, steadfastly, up from the emerald waters. Like Phi Phi Island, this little segment of Phuket also holds in it a glorious range of protected Flora and Fauna that can be watched through guided tours as part of its nature walk and hiking packages. There are two smaller islands off its coast that are worth checking out and considering the possibility of scoring the cheapest flights here, you might as well.

3. Old Phuket Town

This town is far from being a little quaint. The streets of Old Phuket Town are filled with historical and vibrant shophouses and are probably the sight for architecture lovers who enjoy seeing the blend of old and new. It highlights a nice mix of modern architecture with Portuguese colonial and Chinese influenced heritage. It’s a pretty cool place to wander and you may just find wall graffiti hidden around every corner.

4. Phuket Fantasea Show

Prepare yourself for an evening of wholesome fun time brought to you by a professional assembly of stunt artists, performers, animal acts and astounding pyrotechnics get their best show out in an ala Cirque du Soleil fashion; guaranteeing a show like you’ve never seen before. It’s a story told through a display of skill, dare and an experienced showmanship.

5. Big Buddha

As one of the most sacred and revered landmarks, the Big Buddha attracts its fair share of visitors from all around the world. For both religious and sight-seeing reasons, this 45 meters tall humongous statue of a sitting Buddha sits at the top of Nakkerd Hills, overseeing Chalong, Kata and Rawai. The drive up to Nakkerd Hills is an experience in itself, with a majestic view of the island at your disposal.

6. Wat Chalong and the Phuket Temples

7. Muay Thai

Thailand has also made a name for itself in the martial arts scene with Muay Thai. It is a performance of mind, body and spirit. A dedication and discipline that is portrayed for viewing pleasure through awe-inspiring matches between well-trained experts. With such excitement waiting for you there, avoid all the procrastination you might be feeling at the end of this entry.

8. Phuket Lookouts

As adventurous as some may be, there are those who visit for romance, and none does it better than those banking on beautiful sunrises and sunsets. That said, there are an array of viewpoints available throughout Phuket, with the most popular being Promthep Cape. Some of these lookouts also sell cocktails at the bars for those wanting to take it up a notch. Talk about enjoying life to the fullest.

With the increase of online travel agents, Traveloka is one of the travel companies that offer cheap deals on Kuala Lumpur to Phuket air tickets that will leave you shaking. Why not go on a multiple countries trip for your next getaway? Be sure to keep a lookout for their monthly promotion where they offer affordable prices, from sheer entertainment to rich culture, thumping parties to nature walks, and vibrant urbanity to sandy thrills, they say there’s always a little bit more to discover.

It’s all about health conscious nowadays don’t you think? Even our Prime Minister Lee is advocating Singaporeans to drinking and eating healthy. If eating is what you do best (just like me), try to incorporate healthy food into your diet. I can only think of one right now, and that’s the super fruit – avocado!

I wasn’t a big fan of avocado previously, it’s over the years where dishes started having avocado in them and that’s when I started gaining my likes for them. Before you know it, avocado dishes are everywhere. You’ve got avocado toast, avocado smoothie, and eggs ben with avocado.

Justin used a variety of colours on my hair, for the outer part it’s like a red ombre and the inner part it’s a combination of blue and pink. All in all, I am pleased with the outcome although it took me awhile to get used to such bright colours (it’s my virgin bleach y’all). All my portraits in Japan turned out great because of the pretty colours I have on my hair! Kudos to Justin :)

Adding on the joy of Christmas with my beautifully hand-painted nail art. The pastel colours simply perk me up whenever I look down at them! :) 

Sharing with you a even better deal than quoting my name this month! The following promotions below are valid till end of the year. Note, the Christmas Nail Art Promotion does not include manicure, top-up is needed.

Credit: 3D Nails

These are some of the nail art drawn by the manicurist/nail stylist Janet and Stephanie. If you are spoilt for choices or in love with my set of Christmas nail art, it's available at $45 (price does not include manicure) and it can be easily requested by showing them this blogpost, Instgram post or simply refer them as Nikki's Christmas nail art.

Here's wishing you a Jolly Merry Christmas!

If you are not into the traditional CNY nails, go with designs like my previous Snow White Themed Nail Art Set [$35] (excluding gel manicure) done by manicurist Stephanie. Nobody says you can’t have modern nails for CNY! I did it few weeks back for my graduation to Australia and received lots of compliments from the Australians, it made my day! 

Here's me wishing all you lovely readers, Happy Chinese New Year and Happy Holidays! :)