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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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Phuket Information

Information about Phuket

    Our practical travel guide to Phuket provides essential information before you embark on your journey to this captivating island destination.

    Phuket vs Bali

    Phuket vs Bali

      Phuket and Bali are two popular destinations in Southeast Asia, both with great beaches, marine activities, tropical island scenery, and cultural attractions.

      Phuket vs Koh Samui - Which Thai Island is Right For Me?

      Phuket or Koh Samui?

        Phuket and Koh Samui are two of the biggest and most popular islands in Thailand, both world-famous for being beautiful tropical paradises. However, while only an experienced eye could tell the difference from photos alone, the two are not identical

        Useful Thai Phrases when visiting Phuket

        Useful Thai Phrases when visiting Phuket

          Here are a few useful Thai phrases and sentences to use when travelling to Phuket and Thailand. Some are casual and just for fun, and some might prove themselves useful, especially when it comes to food preferences or allergies.

          Phuket Weather Forecast

          Phuket Weather Forecast

            See what the weather in Phuket looks like for the next 36 hours. There are two seasons in Phuket: the high season is from December to April and the rainy season is from May to November. the weather in Phuket is known to be very unpredictable, and each year is different.

            Renting a scooter in Phuket, Phuket Bike Rent

            Scooter and Bike Rentals in Phuket

              Scooter and Bike Rentals in Phuket is extremely easy, and as soon as you arrive, you will notice motorbike rental shops and roadside rentals are everywhere in the tourist areas of Phuket.

              Phuket Hotels and Resorts

              Phuket Hotels Directory

                Here is the full list of the Phuket hotels and resorts we have stayed at and reviewed in the past 15 years. We only recommend hotels we fully enjoyed. We try to cover luxury hotels, budget places, and everything in between. We paid for our stay in the vast majority, allowing us to be true to our choices.

                Sunset on Kata Beach

                Phuket Trip Planner 2025

                  Planning your trip to Phuket is, of course, optional. You could just book a flight and a hotel for the first night and take it from here. However, it can help you make the best of your time and budget to look at the huge amount of opportunities, especially if you travel as a family! We made it simple and illustrated with tons of photos to help you get the big picture.

                  The Selfie Experience in Phuket

                  The Selfie Experience Phuket

                    The Selfie Experience is a new photo playground in Phuket, covering 3,000 m2 indoors with more than 40 backgrounds to play with, a fun way for families, friends and selfie lovers to spend a fun day away from the heat or an occasional rainy day.

                    Phuket weather in April

                    Phuket Weather in April ☀️☀️

                      The weather in Phuket in April remains beautiful and clear. The sea continues to be calm, and the weather is as warm as a bath. In April, the temperatures start to seriously rise and can reach some of the highest peaks of the year.

                      Where to propose in Phuket?

                      11 Great Places to Propose in Phuket! ❤️

                        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?

                        Patong Beach Sign

                        Phuket Weather in October ☁️🌧️

                          In October, the weather in Phuket is not much different from that in September, with a mix of sunny and rainy days. It might not be the best month to visit Phuket if you have a choice.

                          Phuket Weather in September

                          Phuket Weather in September ☁️🌧️

                            September is usually the wettest month of the year in Phuket. You can expect more rainy days than sunny ones, but you still can expect a mix of sun and rain. If you dream of blue skies over a quiet blue sea and have the choice of your travel dates, September may not be the best month to visit Phuket.

                            Phuket weather in March

                            Phuket Weather in March ☀️☀️

                              In March, the weather in Phuket gets hotter, and the sea and sky remain spotlessly blue. Here too, expect the prices to stay high and roads and beaches to be busy.