Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Phuket is ready to host its first international marathon since the pandemic this June 11 and 12 The Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon is set to take place this year on June 11 and 12, 2022 in Bang Tao Beach. Thousands of runners are due to arrive in Phuket from around the world and other parts of Thailand to compete in the event’s full marathon, half-marathon, 10.5km, 5km and 2km kids
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Phuket Festivals and Events [toc] Phuket festivals play an essential role in island life. The history of Phuket goes back a long way, and the whole year is peppered with many traditional festivals or newly created events. Some are celebrated nationwide, while some others have a special meaning to Phuket people. Not all the events are listed here yet, but we'll add them as we join them. Chinese New Year
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What is the Songkran Water Festival? [toc] Songkran Festival Phuket happens on April 13, 2022. The dates vary depending on Thailand's regions and the festival can last several days in the north. As you can expect, Songkran 2022 will not be a big event this year compared to previous years, as Phuket is still not fully open to international tourism. People will be allowed to celebrate with their families, but
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Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Phuket [toc] What are the Best Party Places for New Year's Eve in Phuket is the big question coming up soon? New Year is a day like no other, and this is the place to be! Phuket is pretty much party all year round so you can expect some serious happening all around the island. Every hotel will have a gala dinner with
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When is Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2021? October 5 to 14, 2021 Note: This is a typical coverage from past years. In 2021, processions may still happen, but many gatherings will be limited because of COVID-19. [toc] The Phuket Vegetarian Festival (or Nine Emperor Gods Festival) happens once a year, during the ninth lunar month, and is one of the most auspicious events on Phuket island. For this unique occasion, a
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Chinese New Year in Phuket [toc] Phuket Chinese New Year 2021 is set to ring on February 1, with several days of festivities to celebrate the Year of the Tiger. With its large ethnic Chinese population descending from migrants to the island in the past, Phuket’s Lunar New Year festival is an important annual event. It seems to get bigger and more colourful with each passing year as the number
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What is Loy Krathong Festival [toc] Loy Krathong is a significant festival occurring every year in Thailand; it is even popular in surrounding countries. Everyone celebrates it on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar, which is Monday, November 19th, 2021. On this night, everyone goes to the closest river, lake, beach or even swimming pool to release a floating offering,
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Paradise Complex Patong [toc] Paradise complex in Patong Beach has been the heart of the Phuket Gay party zone for more than twenty years. I don't know if the fancy name had any influence on the choice of location, but it's really easy to find, right at the foot of the 'Paradise Hotel' a 24-floor tower erected in the middle of it like a lighthouse, well you get the picture.
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Phuket Vegetarian Festival Typical Schedule and Calendar [toc] In case you are coming to Phuket in October, here is a Phuket Vegetarian Festival Schedule and Calendar of each day event, in which temple each event will occur, when and where the famous processions will happen. Remember to bring a mask for the smoke and ear protections as the firecrackers sound will leave you deaf for a day. Read all about
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