Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
This Phuket Information section will help you plan your trip to Phuket: an extensive section dedicated to weather, what to expect and how to prepare for each month and each season. Read about what you should know before you visit, what to do and what not to do once here, and the classic first timers’ mistakes to avoid! Learn how to exchange your money at the best rates, how to go from the airport to your hotel, and the many ways to get around the island.
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How is the weather in Phuket in July? [toc] Phuket weather in July sees more rain than in June. The monsoon, or low season, has definitely started, and you can expect the sea to be rough and the sky to be cloudy. But like in every month of the low season in Thailand, you might get quite a few sunny days. However, one pattern happens every year: the bad luck
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What are the main festivals and events in Phuket [toc] Phuket festivals play an essential role in island life. The history of Phuket goes back a long way, and the whole year is peppered with many traditional festivals or newly created events. Some are celebrated nationwide, while others have a special meaning to Phuket people. Not all the events are listed here yet, but we'll add them as we join
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How is the weather in Phuket in August? [toc] Phuket weather in August may see a little more rain than in July since it is the peak of the rainy season. Once again, the rainy season doesn’t mean it will rain every day or all day, visitors will be able to enjoy some sunny days, and the temperature is not more comfortable than in the scorching previous months. The sea
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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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Why is Phuket so popular? [toc] Why is Phuket so popular? And what makes people come back to Phuket countless times? There are many good reasons to visit Phuket, and we picked the answers we thought were the most important. Of course, there will always be some exceptions: some travellers didn't like it, some had unfortunate experiences. Some expats are grumpy because they forgot how lucky they are here and
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Is October a good time to visit Phuket? October weather in Phuket is not much different from the weather in September, with a mix of sun and rain. It might not the best month to visit Phuket if you have a choice. However, to be on the positive side, and if you have no choice, this time of the year is the most challenging lucky draw. The rain will fall,
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How is the weather in Phuket in September? September is usually the wettest month of the year in Phuket. You can expect more rainy days than sunny ones, but as always, you should get a mix of sun and rain. September is not the best month to travel to Phuket if you want that perfect blue sky and quiet blue ocean, so if you can avoid it, pick another month
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How is the weather in Phuket in April? The weather in Phuket In April remains beautiful and clear. The sea is still calm and the weather is as warm as a bath. In April, the temperatures start to seriously raise and can reach some of the highest peaks of the year. If you travelled on a short budget and picked one of the few hostels without air con and just
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Is March a good time to visit Phuket? Phuket weather in March gets hotter, sea and weather remain spotlessly blue. Here too, expect the prices to stay high, roads and beaches to be busy. Some rain may appear in short (and welcome) showers, mostly at night. Phuket weather each month of the year [pt_view id="8f08f7cwhs"] Phuket Averages in March Temperatures and rainy days in March [table id=march /] Rain Chart
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Is February a good time to visit Phuket? February is still the high season in Phuket and the conditions are perfect. The sky is blue, the sea is calm and clear and the temperature is still comfortable. On the other hand, the most popular beaches can get very busy (Patong, Kata, Nai Harn), so going north to discover the quietest beaches of Phuket is a good idea. As usual, each
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One week to 10 days itinerary in Phuket [toc] One week in Phuket (or two) offers a lot of opportunities. Considering how small the island is, there is so much to do here; 2 or 3 days would give you a glimpse at best. In a week, you will have enough time to go around Phuket, explore islands nearby, relax on the beach, and even treat yourself to a spa
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How to choose the right beach to book your hotel in Phuket? [toc] Where should I stay in Phuket? Where should I book my hotel? What beach is best? How is that neighbourhood? Should I stay in Phuket Town? So many stressful questions when planning a trip to Phuket! Deciding where to stay in Phuket and the right beach to book your hotel can significantly impact your holiday. There are
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[toc] If this is your first visit to Phuket, there are a few things you should know about the island before planning your itinerary or booking any tours. 1. Phuket is a small island Phuket is only 48 km north to south and 21 km west to east; you could drive all around it in a single day. However, there are so many beaches (45!), places to visit and the
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How many days should I stay in Phuket? [toc] How many days are enough to visit Phuket? This is a question we receive very often, mostly from first-time visitors. As you can expect, there is no easy answer because everyone has different lengths of annual leaves, different budgets or live at different distances. If you live far away from Phuket, it is better to stay longer, mainly to recover from
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What is the Songkran Water Festival? [toc] Songkran Festival Phuket happens on April 13, 2022. The dates vary depending on Thailand's regions and the festival can last several days in the north. As you can expect, Songkran 2022 will not be a big event this year compared to previous years, as Phuket is still not fully open to international tourism. People will be allowed to celebrate with their families, but
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Help dogs and cats of Thailand! [toc] Soi Dog Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping street dogs and cats around Phuket, Thailand and beyond, spaying and neutering them to avoid proliferation and rescuing injured and abandoned animals. The foundation has become a well-known and respected institution, working every day to improve the life and situation of stray dogs and cats in Phuket, Thailand and eventually outside the country.
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When is the best time to visit Phuket? [toc] Deciding what is the best month to visit Phuket depends a lot on the weather, as well as what you like to do during your holiday. For some, suntanning and photos with blue sky over a blue sea of Phuket are the main motivation, for others, a peaceful island, and a lower cost are more important. In any case, Thailand has
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How to use Phuket Smart Bus? [toc] The Phuket Smart Bus is a very comfortable and affordable way to go from beach to beach for a very reasonable price. It is doing pretty well on the islands, and visitors love it. There are several ways to use the many Phuket local bus services. All are cheap and slow, but if you are visiting Phuket with a small budget and if
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How to get around Phuket? [toc] Phuket Taxis, Tuk Tuks or Buses? What is the best way to get around Phuket? Finding the right transportation can be a worry as Phuket doesn't have a good public transport system, but it is very easy to go around because Tuk-Tuks are everywhere and can take you anywhere day or night. It just can get costly! So unless you are on a very
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Visiting Phuket in 2 Days [toc] Visiting Phuket in two days without rushing is possible because the island is relatively small, but it certainly will be a busy exploration. Three days would allow a lot more, but this overview should enable you to stop at the prominent landmarks and small beaches. We will skip the tourist beaches; you know where they are, and you can include them if you want
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