Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Where to get the best exchange rates in Phuket? [toc] Where to exchange money in Phuket and where to get the best currency exchange rates? If you are on a budget, exchange rates can make a difference in your holiday. We try here to list the different options available on the island, and we try our best to gather useful information. Of course, things vary a lot, but these guidelines
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Phuket Hidden Gems [toc] Surprisingly, there are still amazing places people miss entirely when visiting Phuket. And like most people, you want to visit Phuket, but you wish to see it from a less-known angle and discover places most people haven't heard of. Many would say there are no such places in Phuket anymore, but there are! After 28 years spent on Phuket Island, I found many more than you
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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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What should you avoid doing in Phuket [toc] Like in any country, there are a few customs everyone should respect and a few things you should not do in Phuket. Some are petty and casual; some are serious and could lead to real trouble. If you are familiar with Thailand, you probably know and respect those rules, even the untold ones. Many of them seem so obvious and common sense;
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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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