Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Where to stay in Phuket? [toc] Deciding where to stay in Phuket and the right beach to book your hotel in Phuket can significantly impact your holiday. There are 44 beaches in Phuket, and they can be divided into four categories, plus Phuket Town, of course: The main beach resorts where you can book a hotel: The beach where most people book their hotels are Patong Beach, Kata Beach, Karon
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How to plan a trip to Phuket in 2023? [toc] When planning a trip to Phuket, there are several key factors to consider: When to go, how long to stay? where to stay, what to do and what not to miss, how to get around, what you should know, safety, etc. When to go to Phuket? Selecting the right season is key when planning a trip to Phuket. Most visitors
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How to plan your trip to Phuket [toc] Planning a trip to Phuket can be stressful whenever you travel to a new destination for the first time. There are many unanswered questions, and the stress grows proportionally if the cost is high. Phuket is no different. Travelling has become more accessible, and a lot of information is now available online, but finding all the answers can be time-consuming, frustrating and,
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How to plan a week in Phuket? [toc] One week in Phuket (or two) offers a lot of opportunities. Considering the island's size, 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 treatment to recover!
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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, budgets, or lives at different distances. If you live far away from Phuket, it is better to stay longer, mainly to recover from jet
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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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What should I pack for Phuket? [toc] 'What should I take to Phuket?' is a question everyone asks on their first trip, just the way it always is when travelling to any new destination, and Phuket is no different. Can I buy this or that in Phuket? Should I take it with me? What’s Phuket weather like? How cold can it be? And with the online weather forecast always displaying
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3 days itinerary in Phuket [toc] To spend 3 days in Phuket and make the best of it to see as much as you can, planning is essential. Once you have a plan, everything becomes simple, and you can start dreaming and relaxing. There are a few important things you should know about Phuket before starting to plan your itinerary: Phuket is a small island; you can drive north to
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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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What's true and what's not [toc] Phuket is a popular destination; as you can expect, fame comes with stereotypes and a fair share of myths people enjoy spreading online. Sure, there are many hot topics to discuss, and let's not blind ourselves: not everything is perfect, but Phuket is still a superb island (it is for us). Let's try to debunk some of the most popular myths about Phuket. As
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Is it safe to travel alone in Phuket? [toc] Travelling alone in Phuket is known to be very safe, and the island offers a lot of options to solo travellers, depending on how alone you want to remain. We divided 'Travelling Alone in Phuket' into three main types: Those who prefer to travel alone, but want to stay alone Those who have no one to travel with and still want
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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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Where to get the best exchange rates in Phuket? [toc] Where to change money in Phuket and where to get the best exchange rates? If you are on budget, exchange rates can make a difference for 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 should help
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