Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
In this ‘Best of Phuket’ section, you will find all our ‘Top 10’ lists, compiling the many things we love most in Phuket island and around. This page is a collection of 28 years of exploration to make your holiday planning easier, from the best beaches to night markets and nightlife in Patong Beach.
Where to play golf in Phuket? [toc] How many golf courses are there in Phuket? You are spoilt for choice if you are intending to play golf in Phuket with seven golf courses on the island and several more just across the border in Phang Nga province. Most of the golf courses in Phuket are in the northern half of the island so if you plan to play several rounds,
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Where are the secret beaches of Phuket? [toc] There are still secret beaches in Phuket and some hidden and quiet spots, most of which are beautiful. Of course, some are difficult to find, but surprisingly many are in plain sight and easy to access. People are just not trying very hard to find them. Despite the permanent tourist complaints, more than ten beaches range from 'quiet' to 'deserted'. Most don't
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Where to find Phuket night markets? [toc] Night markets in Phuket are always fun; from the new Chillva Market to the giant Naka Weekend Market or the Sunday Walking Market in Phuket Town, almost everyone loves to browse the incredible array of things you don't need. Night markets in Phuket are intense, colourful, surprising, fascinating, puzzling, smelly, messy, confusing and overwhelming. But night markets all have one thing in common,
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Fun family things to do in Phuket [toc] Phuket is a great destination for families as there are many fun things to do in Phuket with kids and the whole family. Of course, you could spend your entire holiday on the beach and in the sea with your children, but it would be a waste not to add some activities to your stay. The family activities listed on this page
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What are the best hotels with Kid's Clubs in Phuket [toc] Finding the right family resort in Phuket is as challenging as it is important. Phuket has a great range of hotels that appeal to families, from cosy guesthouses with local charm to sprawling luxury resorts. Whether searching for a beachfront resort with massive swimming pools, a quiet retreat with comfy guest rooms, or a place offering fun-filled sports, art
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What to do on a rainy day in Phuket? [toc] There are many ways to take advantage of a rainy day in Phuket. These days you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day. You will be surprised how many things we could enjoy around the island. Of course, we know that most of you came to enjoy the beach and the sun. But this
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Phuket Chinese temples and shrines [toc] Phuket's Chinese shrines always offer an excellent opportunity for some good photos. There are quite a few around, and each has its characters and unique features. The large ones are very popular during Chinese New Year in February or the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in October and can get extremely crowded, not to mention very loud from firecrackers. 1. Jui Tui Shrine Best known and
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What to eat in Phuket? [toc] Phuket street food is fun, cheap, and a great way to experience simple real Thai food. It definitely is more authentic than in tourist restaurants you find in Patong Beach. It’s fast and a lot cleaner than you might think. If you have a sensitive digestive system or allergies, you might want to skip this, but I think it’s as safe as eating in
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[toc] There is a surprisingly wide range of land sports and land activities to enjoy in Phuket if spending your day on the beach and exploring the islands are not enough for you. As Phuket is an island, you can expect to find a lot of water sports, but there are a lot of land activities too. Some are truly physical, and others are easygoing and can be enjoyed with
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Where to find a good photographer in Phuket? [toc] Most people hire a Phuket photographer for a pre-wedding photoshoot or to cover their wedding events. But if you think about it, travelling to Phuket with your friends, family or loved one can also be an unforgettable moment, and for a relatively small price, you can hire a talented photographer to take amazing photos in locations you wouldn't even find yourself!
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Where to learn Thai Cooking in Phuket? [toc] Cooking Classes are the best way to learn how to cook real Thai food while in Phuket, and it's perfect for a rainy day or just as a fun thing to do on holiday with family or friends. Enjoying delicious Thai cuisine is a big highlight of travelling to Phuket, and if you learn the secrets of Thai cooking from a local
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Where to surf in Phuket? [toc] Phuket surfing mostly happens along the west coast, where you can get decent wave action. Waves are not huge but are great for beginners, and competitions are frequent during the low season. You will easily find board rental shops, and surf lessons are widely available at busier beaches. When to surf in Phuket? Phuket surfing is best from May to October, which is the
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Where to propose in Phuket? [toc] Phuket is a tropical paradise island with white sand beaches, clear blue waters and swaying coconut trees; what background could be better than an exotic hideaway in a holiday mood to propose to your loved one? Here are some of the many places with a romantic mood to create the right atmosphere for a memorable moment. Some restaurants and bars are casual; some are
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Where to eat in Patong Beach? [toc] There are so many restaurants in Patong Beach; you would think that finding great Thai food would be easy. But if you know Thailand, you soon will realise that too many of them serve a toned-down version of Thai cuisine or something very far from local food. We understand and respect that many travellers are new to Thai food and might lack the
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What water sports can you enjoy in Phuket? [toc] There are a lot of water activities and water sports in Phuket to add some action to your holiday. The range goes from easy stuff like parasailing to real action sports like surfing and wakeboarding. Surf is only popular during the rainy season when waves are big enough, but not often. Those noisy jetskis are thankfully limited to some areas of
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Amazing mansions of old Phuket [toc] There is more to Phuket than just the well-known Thalang Road, where everyone goes on a Phuket exploration. If Old Phuket Town's Old Sino Portuguese Mansions fascinate you, you are in for a treat. Yes, it's a nice walk and a must-do, but if you too have a passion for old houses, you might want to explore a bit further where some fabulous mansions
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Where to take the best selfies in Phuket? [toc] Photography has become fully part of holidays, and the young generation of travellers is always searching for the best selfie spots in Phuket. Local restaurants, businesses and beaches are taking full advantage of this trend by adding many special features to the island's natural beauty. Of course, as you can expect, these backgrounds don't always come for free, and in some
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Where to stay in Patong Beach? [toc] Patong Beach hotels come at many prices, sizes, and locations, so finding a hotel in Phuket that will please your budget and all your needs can be tricky. Many readers ask for our suggestions, but no hotel in Patong fits all. However, everyone, on average, seems to be looking for the same things: Can you recommend a great hotel in Patong Beach? it
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Things to see, do and try in Phuket [toc] You are finally coming to Phuket, and that's great! So what makes Phuket so Famous? You heard a lot about it, your friends told you about it, and you probably have a list of 'things to see and do'. Phuket is a small island, only 48km long and 21 km wide, but surprisingly rich in activities. This might be one of
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Where to Snorkel in Phuket? [toc] What are the best snorkelling beaches in Phuket? Not all the beaches here are suitable for admiring sea life, and as we were often asked which is best, we listed beaches with nice rocky areas here. None will be as beautiful as Coral Island or Similan Islands, but they will have enough marine life to make your day. The best beaches are often remote
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