Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
What to do in Phuket? [toc] What are the best things to do in Phuket? The popularity of this fantastic island comes from the incredibly vast range of attractions, activities and tours, from fabulous beaches and natural wonders to glittering temples and human-made attractions. Phang Nga Bay is an absolute must-do, with jaw-dropping limestone cliffs and flooded caves. Phi Phi islands are everyone's second favourite, even though they can be
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What to do in Phi Phi Islands? [toc] Update 2022: Access to Maya Bay is now possible but limited to a few daily visitors. Check with your tour agent or hotel. In 2022, Phi Phi islands are open, and the beaches and other nearby islands are more beautiful than ever. The island looks quiet, and many shops, restaurants and hotels are still closed, but things start to look better. There
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How to plan a trip to Phuket? [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 prefer to
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A fun selfie playground near Phuket town [toc] 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. The Selfie Experience is located on the by-pass road near Phuket Town. very close to the Lotus
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Phuket Best Dive Clubs [toc] What are the Best Scuba Diving Shops in Phuket? Based on many readers' recommendations and the years we spent working with local dive shops, we compiled a list of reputable dive centres around the island. They offer an amazing range of dive courses, day trips to the many dive sites around Phuket, liveaboard cruises and speciality diving. This list is not sponsored and is in
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Where to do rock climbing in Phuket? [toc] REBEL Rock Climbing is an impressive 3-story, 700 sqm indoor set of walls to ascend. Everyone, from kids to adults, from beginners to very advanced, can practice their skills on top-rope walls, boulder walls, lead climb walls, boulder caves and top-out boulder walls. It looks great for corporate events as well. Friendly staff are here to teach you and help you find
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What to do in Old Phuket Town [toc] Our Old Phuket Town and Old Street Walking Guide will save you time and effort! The historical part of Phuket is not huge but is rich and exciting enough to explore in half a day. On this page, we break it down by streets and describe the main points of interest, significant landmarks and, of course, the best places to eat Thai
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Where to get the best selfie in Phuket? [toc] What are the best places for your Instagram photos in Phuket? Pictures and selfies have become part of our lives. They are a fantastic way to keep travel memories alive for a very long time, not to mention the irresistible bragging rights on Facebook and Instagram. Who doesn't enjoy posting tropical beach photos and sharing them with friends freezing in the
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Which islands near Phuket should I visit? [toc] There are so many big and small islands around Phuket; it would take forever to visit them all. Most are not far, and you should consider island hopping for your trip or even a private cruise. These are just a few islands near Phuket we had the chance to visit, and we will be adding more as we travel around. 1. Phi
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What are Phuket most popular tours? [toc] There is a lot to explore in and around Phuket, and many places are easy to reach, so what are the Best Phuket Tours? Some other great places need a boat or a minibus ride and a bit of planning. We list here 10 of the most popular day trip tours you should consider. Of course, we know there are many more, and
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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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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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Phuket FantaSea Review [toc] Important note about Phuket Fantasea: if elephants performing on stage or giving a short ride to the visitors upset you, you should give it a miss. Phuket FantaSea is a show narrating the legend of Kamala, which in this story is a jungle with a mythical palace, quite different from the Kamala, you know! This massive stage performance plays on the ground of a large theme
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Fun family things to do in Phuket [toc] There are many fun things to do in Phuket with kids and the whole family. Of course, you could spend your entire holiday on the beach and in the sea with your children, but it would be a waste not to add some activities to your stay. The family activities listed on this page are great to enjoy with your kids; they
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What to do on a rainy day in Phuket? [toc] There are many ways to take advantage of a rainy day in Phuket. These days you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day. You will be surprised how many things we could enjoy around the island. Of course, we know that most of you came to enjoy the beach and the sun. But this
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Phuket most iconic landmark [toc] The Phuket Big Buddha is a 45-metre-tall white marble statue visible from anywhere in the southern part of Phuket. This impressive landmark is probably at the top of everyone's 'Must-Do in Phuket' and is jaw-dropping. The panoramic views from up there are breathtaking. Koh Samui always had a very popular Giant Buddha, and Phuket wanted a bigger one. In addition, it is free to visit
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Phuket Chinese temples and shrines [toc] Phuket's Chinese shrines always offer an excellent opportunity for some good photos. There are quite a few around, and each has its characters and unique features. The large ones are very popular during Chinese New Year in February or the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in October and can get extremely crowded, not to mention very loud from firecrackers. 1. Jui Tui Shrine Best known and
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What is Stand Up Paddleboard? [toc] People may be familiar with surfing, but what's this SUP? SUP is an acronym for Stand Up Paddle. Stand Up Paddleboarding as a sport has been around Phuket for quite some time but is still one of the world's most popular water sports mainly because of its wide range of recreational uses, including fitness, fishing, yoga, racing and surfing. Stand Up Paddle in Phuket
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Learn how to cook great Thai food while in Phuket! [toc] Thai cooking classes at BrassWok cater for small groups from 2 up to 6 guests per session. Typically each guest will have their own station and hands-on learning to craft their own dish. The lessons are fun, educational and entertaining. Chef Instructor leads the practical class at a personally suitable and enjoyable pace for guests. And the cooking assistant
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A guide to Phuket City [toc] Phuket city, which is locally still called Phuket Town, is becoming increasingly popular, perfect for an exploration day away from the beach and to please selfies and Instagram enthusiasts. The architecture in the old town is beautiful, and many streets have been renovated and repainted colourfully. While many buildings are redesigned to entertain tourists in the central area, there is a much bigger Phuket
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