Things to Do

Patong Beach ⛱️

Explore Patong with us! from the beach to the famous nightlife, we share 30 years of real reviews and insider’s tips on clubs, go-go bars, hotels and restaurants!

Pansea Beach looks like a private beach, but since private beaches are not allowed in Thailand, you can get around by owning all the land around that beach. Only two luxury hotels, ‘The Surin’ and ‘Amanpuri’, can access Pansea Beach.

Thalang Road in Old Phuket Town – A Walking Guide

Thalang Road is the most famous street in the historic part of Old Phuket Town. The municipality and owners managed to revive most of the old Sino-Portuguese shophouses and bury the ugly cables Thailand is so famous for.

Koh Sirey

Koh Sirey is an island connected to Phuket town by a very short bridge, this small piece of land doesn’t have any particular signs, but this is where you will find the beautiful Westin Siray Bay Resort.

John Gray Sea Canoe in Phang Nga Bay Kayaking in Phuket

Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay near Phuket

Kayaking in Phuket with John Gray Sea Canoe is a fascinating experience, and the best way is to explore Phang Nga, slowly gliding among giant cliffs in a silent kayak.

15 Reasons to Visit Phuket – Why is Phuket so popular?

Why is Phuket so popular? Why is Phuket so popular? And what makes people come back to Phuket countless times? There are many good reasons… Read More »15 Reasons to Visit Phuket – Why is Phuket so popular?

Wat Phra Thong – วัดพระทอง

Wat Phra Thong (or Wat Prathong), meaning ‘Golden Buddha Image Temple is a very old temple with an incredible legend behind it, the kind of story that irresistibly attracts people. It’s not very big or impressive, but everyone first wants to see the famous half-buried golden Buddha. So what is this strange legend about a temple in Thalang on the way to Phuket Airport?

Best Things to Do in Phuket When it RAINS ! ☔

Our list of things to do in Phuket when it rains includes many ways to take advantage of a rainy day. On such days, you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day.

Thai Hua Museum

The Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Road in Phuket Town is a pleasant surprise. We visited it a few years ago when it reopened, and despite being in a beautiful mansion, it was just an empty building.

Rawai Beach ⛱️

Rawai Beach, at the south end of Phuket island, is not a beach suitable for swimming, but it offers beautiful views of the nearby islands and has a peaceful local atmosphere.

Promthep Cape

Promthep Cape, locally called “Laem Promthep”, seems to be an irresistible spot for a good old sunset photo at the very south of Phuket island, not far from Nai Harn Beach on the way to Rawai Beach.

Phuket Sunday Walking Street Market

Phuket Sunday Walking Street Market is the most popular attraction in Phuket Town. This 360-metre long street market was an instant success, adding a much-needed event to the historical part of town.

Tiger Kingdom Phuket

The Tiger Kingdom Phuket might not be to everyone’s taste, but we took an hour to stop and see if the animals were well treated. The place is surprisingly large, clean and very well organised.

31 Thai Temples in Phuket

Phuket Thai temples, or Wats, are always worth a visit; from the temple hidden inside a cave to the famous Wat Chalong, a visit to Thailand would not be complete without exploring a few of these magnificent and beautifully ornamented buildings.

9 Museums in Phuket 🏛️

Phuket museums are not very impressive, but in recent years, they have kept records and shared this island’s rich tin mining history and Chinese roots. Several new museums, mostly in Phuket Town, opened here and there, each with value and character.

Nai Yang Beach ⛱️

Nai Yang Beach is one of those out-of-the-beaten-tracks hidden gems, little known to first-timers but very popular with returning travellers. Beautiful, shaded, and full of tiny fun bars and restaurants, Nai Yang remains peaceful like most of the northern beaches of Phuket

Coral Island (Koh Hey) 🏝️

Coral Island, or Koh Hey, is one of the few beautiful islands you can reach within 15 minutes by speedboat from Rawai Beach in south Phuket. You can spend half a day or a full day playing on the beach, snorkelling or even scuba diving, even during low season.