Phukhet query

[topshell]

Hi -this weather has really got to me! So I'm thinking that I might make a last minute dash (depart next week) to Thailand, Phukhet for some diving over the Christmas break. I know the flight's gonna cost, but has anyone used one of the dive schools in Phukhet? I'm probably looking at day trips.
Any recommendations on good accommodation?

Cheers
topshell

[sharky]

Hi Topshell, Give these guy's call Diving Phuket Scuba Club Thailand - PADI courses and Liveaboard scuba diving Been using them for 10 years now , top people , great diving (I can't wait to get away from this weather myself ! roll on february ) may be able to point you in the direction of some accommodation too, you can also PM Chantel as she drops into YD accasionally ,

[topshell]

Ta - thanks very much Sharky. I'll give them a look.

topshell

[Okeanos]

I'd second Phuket Scuba club too, very friendly. I'll be seeing them shortly.

[NeilB]

Depends where you stay obviosly. Phuket is not a small island so driving from one end to the other can take some time. That said however, most of the resort areas are in the south.

Last time I was there I stayed in a house in Nai Harn not far from Chalong. Dived with Sea Bees. They have a very nice big boat complete with onboard chef to cook breakfast, lunch etc. You can find Sea Bees on the web as well as at the top of Chalong Pier road.