The bikinis and board shorts might lead some not to take beach volleyball that seriously but this Olympic event also happens to be a fast paced and action packed spectacle, that’s given an added dose of razzmatazz when watched live. Find out for yourself as the world’s top 50 teams descend on Karon Beach for the 2013 FIVB Women’s Beach Volleyball World Tour. As the hosts Thailand gets two teams so come and cheer on the local talent with qualifying rounds starting on Oct 29 and the final taking place on Nov 3. It’s free to attend and you can visit www.pentanglepromotions.com or call 02-311-3414/5 for more information. For somewhere to stay, Woraburi Phuket Resort and Spa (www.woraburi.com, 076-363-050) is a co-host of the event and offers room rates starting from B2,538 inclusive of breakfast and transfer to Patong, 50% off spa treatments and 10% off food and drink. Book seven days in advance to save 40% pushing the price down to B 2,025 a room.