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.
Funny things in Phuket [toc] Living in Phuket for so long has been the opportunity to witness many fun sights. We should get used to them, but sometimes, we still smile (or clench teeth) when we witness one of the following weird or strange things. We are not only talking about the good old 'Phuket Vegetarian Festival', of course: these are strange but harmless things we encounter regularly. We all
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Phuket Real Local Restaurants [toc] The list of local restaurants in Phuket keeps growing, and it is truly amazing how great local food can be here. No tourist places and no trendy venues here; it's all about local food and only local food! Here are some of the most popular (very) local Thai restaurants in Phuket. They are not fancy, and all are cheap: they don't care about the decor,
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Where to find the best seafood in Phuket? [toc] The best seafood in Phuket is mostly in local restaurants, sometimes hard to find and often away from tourist places. Of course, the seafood you will find in Patong, Kata, Karon, and other famous beaches is good, but local restaurants have a little more. It's more authentic, fresher, not to mention often cheaper. We are happy to share our Best Local
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Which beaches are good during the rainy season in Phuket? [toc] When it's rainy season in Phuket, the sea is sometimes rough on the west coast where all the popular beaches and hotels are... but if you still want to swim in the ocean, where should you go? We get a lot of questions between June and October, which are usually the rainy season months in Phuket. Phuket is quite
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What to do in Phuket for free? [toc] Are there any interesting free things to do in Phuket? It may sound like a strange question, but Phuket is well-known to be the most expensive destination in Thailand. If the flight ticket and the hotel used most of your budget, there are ways to make the best of your stay without spending much. We wrote a page about ‘Phuket with a
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What to Do in Phuket Town [toc] Phuket Town is a surprising treasure trove of things to do and to experience if you decide to spend a day away from the beach. The old streets add to the many reasons why Phuket is so unique. Think about it! Yes, there are many islands in the world with beautiful beaches, but not many of them combine amazing beaches, amazing landscapes and
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Classic mistakes you should avoid in Phuket [toc] Phuket is an easy-going safe destination with so much to see, do and eat! Here are a few tips to ensure a safe and happy holiday, mostly based on the daily questions we get from readers worldwide and some common sense. But this page is also meant to ensure you don't miss out during your holiday in Phuket! Mistake 1 - Eat
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A beginner's guide to Phuket [toc] Many readers coming to Phuket for the first time send daily questions: This is my first time in Phuket; what should I see and do? Of course, since everyone is different, there are many answers, but with years of experience answering the same anxious questions, we came up with a list of answers. These may not be our (or your) favourites, but the places
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Phuket Fitness [toc] This Phuket fitness clubs list is for those who want to keep their body in shape for the beach! Phuket is a tropical island blessed with beaches and healthy food, and for many visitors, it is an opportunity to combine both holiday and a healthy lifestyle. There are so many opportunities to take care of your body while on vacation. We have Yoga studios, Muay Thai training
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What are the best Thai sweets to try in Phuket? [toc] Thailand is known worldwide for its amazing food, but it doesn't stop here. There are also many Thai sweets and desserts to try during your stay in Phuket. Of course, everyone knows the delicious pancakes (or roti) and the mango sticky rice, but don't stop your culinary exploration here: look around, and you will find amazing treats to make
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Phuket Secret Beaches [toc] Private beaches don't exist in Phuket or Thailand, and that's by law. However, people often call some of Phuket most amazing beaches 'private beaches' because they can't enter. So if none of those beaches is private, how is that possible? Simple: if you own the land surrounding that beach, you can deny its access. It's a little twisted, and some might find it unfair, but in
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Where to find yoga classes in Phuket? [toc] Phuket has many yoga studios and classes that can help heal your body and mind while you’re on holiday. You can find yoga classes at many Phuket resorts, but if you’re searching for a specific style or method of yoga, you’re best to drop by one of the independent yoga studios around the island. Here’s a selection of 10 yoga studios in
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What are the best Muay Thai gyms in Phuket? [toc] Several Muay Thai training camps have opened in Phuket, with thousands of people arriving on the island every year to learn this ancient martial art form and get fit while enjoying beach time. Muay Thai kickboxing has been practised in Thailand for centuries, and over the past decade, it’s become a world-famous sport along with the explosion of mixed martial
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Classic Thai food to try in Phuket [toc] Thai food is popular and famous worldwide and doesn't need to be introduced anymore. If you reached this page, you probably already tried some and heard plenty about it. The list of great Thai dishes available in Thailand is vast, and each region has its specialities and personality. But just in case you haven't yet tried many, we introduce here Thai food
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What are Phuket best spas? [toc] Phuket spas are part of a perfect holiday, and the island offers an incredible array for all budgets. Those searching for stillness and mind-body rejuvenation will find plenty of choices here. If you spend time wandering the beaches or streets of Phuket, you'll soon find someone offering a hands-on healing service, whether a beachside massage or a foot reflexology treatment, in a little shop.
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Where to party in Phuket? [toc] Where to Party in Phuket? Of course, we know that everyone expects something different, but everyone wants to have fun after dinner and get and see the best of Phuket's nightlife in a minimum amount of time! Here are a few fun ways to party in Phuket. Please don't take it too seriously as this is not a Top 10 that would suit everyone,
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Where to stay in Kata Beach? [toc] Our Kata Beach hotels are located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Phuket, with just the right mix of restaurants, shopping and fun nightlife. Kata is a 2 km long bay of superb white beach and blue water. Not many hotels have the privilege of being right on the beach, so you should take advantage of it. Of course, such a
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Staying in a heritage hotel in Phuket [toc] Looking for a Heritage Hotel in Phuket Town? Phuket is home to some impressive heritage houses and historical sites dating back to its thriving tin mining days in the 1800s. Some of the shophouses and mansions built by Phuket high-society families and merchants a century ago have now been thoughtfully restored and converted into guesthouses, boutique shops and cafes. For those looking
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What are the best clubs in Phuket? [toc] What are the best Night Clubs in Patong? If you are ready to party until late, here are the best clubs and discos in Patong Beach to dance beyond the official 2 am closing time. You'll have to choose between the seven nightclubs and discos worth mentioning, but you also can find smaller places here and there. Note that some clubs are
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What Thai food to eat in Phuket? [toc] Thai food in Phuket is delicious, varied and cheap. You can enjoy it by the street, on the beach, in surprisingly excellent local restaurants and even at fancy Michelin restaurants. Phuket also has many specialities you should try, but remember that some dishes can be seriously spicy! 1. Tom Yam Goong Tom Yam is one of Thailand's favourite and most well-known dish, to
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