How to use Phuket Smart Bus? [toc] The Phuket Smart Bus is a very comfortable and affordable way to go from beach to beach for a very reasonable price. It is doing pretty well on the islands, and visitors love it. There are several ways to use the many Phuket local bus services. All are cheap and slow, but if you are visiting Phuket with a small budget and if
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How to Get Around Phuket? [toc] Phuket Taxis, Tuk Tuks or Buses? What is the best way to get around Phuket? Finding the right transportation can be a worry as Phuket doesn't have a good public transport system, but it is very easy to go around because Tuk-Tuks are everywhere and can take you anywhere day or night. It just can get costly! So unless you are on a very
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What is the Best Way to Go from Phuket Airport to my Hotel? [toc] Phuket Airport Transfers are pretty much hassle-free, and there are many ways to get from the Airport to your hotel, wherever your hotel is. We get daily questions about Phuket Airport Transfers on our Facebook page, and we try to answer them as well as we can. The most popular seems to be the shared mini-bus
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Phuket Drivers: Renting a minivan for a day in Phuket [toc] Renting a car with a private driver or a minivan for a day in Phuket is a great way to discover the island without having to stress out about directions, parking and even driving safety. Besides, the drivers are very knowledgeable and always try their best to accommodate your schedule and requests. They will plan the best route to
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Visiting Phuket on the Thailand Test & Go scheme Update November 2021: Visiting Phuket in the time of covid has now become easier! Thailand launched a new tourism program called Test & Go starting on 1 November 2021 that allows fully vaccinated travellers from an approved list of “low risk” countries and territories to arrive with no quarantine requirements. As of November 1, there are more than 60 countries on
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What is Phuket Sandbox Program? [toc] Phuket has been open to international visitors since 1 July 2021 with the launch of the Phuket Sandbox program. Phuket Sandbox visitors are not required to quarantine and are allowed to travel freely around the island once they’ve received the results of their Covid-19 test done at the airport on arrival. Looking for a way to visit Thailand without being stuck in a quarantine
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Things Not to Do in Phuket [toc] Just like in any country, there are 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; we
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How is Phuket's weather in November? [toc] In November, the weather in Phuket starts showing some improvement as it is the last month of the rainy season. On an average year, you can expect a mix of sun and short rains, but the risk of entire days of heavy rain reduces; sunny days are frequent. All tours and day trips operate normally, prices are still on the cheap side, and
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How is the weather in Phuket in July? [toc] Phuket weather in July sees more rain than in June. The monsoon, or low season, has definitely started, and you can expect the sea to be rough and the sky to be cloudy. But like in every month of the low season in Thailand, you might get quite a few sunny days. However, one pattern happens every year: the bad luck
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What is the Songkran Water Festival? [toc] Songkran Festival Phuket happens between April 13 to 15, 2022 (The dates vary depending on Thailand's regions). As you can expect, Songkran 2022 will not be an event this year compared to previous years, as Phuket is still not open to international tourism. Songkran festival in Phuket [the_ad id="30528"] Songkran festival on a normal year If you choose to come to Phuket
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Which is the best month to visit Phuket? [toc] What will Phuket weather be on the month I arrive? What is the best month to visit Phuket? These are questions we get very often, and some tough ones to answer, and this for a couple of reasons. First, even though there is some expected high and low seasons, there are no guaranteed patterns. Each year, the weather in Phuket is
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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, different budgets or live at different distances. If you live far away from Phuket, it is better to stay longer, mainly to recover from
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When is the best time to visit Phuket? [toc] The weather in Phuket plays a key role when deciding the best time to visit the island, and it depends on what you like. Thailand has a tropical climate with two seasons, and it's warm all year round. The weather is always a stressful topic, especially during the rainy season between June and November. Every day we receive questions such as,
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[toc] Phuket is a popular destination and, as you can expect, fame comes with stereotypes and a fair share of myths people enjoy spreading online. Sure, there are a lot of hot topics to talk about, 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 you
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Is Phuket safe for tourists? [toc] Yes, Phuket is safe, probably safer than most other countries. Of course, the experience might differ for each traveller, but overall, if you follow the common-sense safety rules, you should never have to worry. On this page, we give a few pieces of advice, but once again, keep in mind that these safety tips use common sense. [the_ad id="30528"] Apart from careless driving, incidents
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How to use Phuket Blue Bus (Song Taew) [toc] The Phuket Blue Bus (known as Song Taew) is the oldest and best-known local bus to get from Phuket Town to destinations around Phuket. It often looks more like a wooden truck than a bus as you know it. Those will only take you from Phuket town to a beach or a small set of beaches, but not between beaches. That
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Where to Stay in Phuket? A Neighbourhood Guide [toc] Where should I stay in Phuket? Where should I book my hotel? What beach is best? How is that neighbourhood? So many questions! Deciding where to stay in Phuket and which beach is best to book your hotel can and will have a significant impact on your holiday. There are 40 beaches in Phuket, and we divided them into two categories:
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Where to Rent a Car in Phuket? [toc] Renting a car in Phuket is a great way to explore the island and its surroundings on your own. Finding a car rental company is very easy and hassle-free if you follow some basic rules. We recommend booking in advance with a reputable international brand to avoid any bad surprises. You can see the list below. Driving in Phuket is known to
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Phuket International Airport [toc] Phuket International Airport and the domestic airport are in separate terminals. The International terminal has been up and running for a while. Extensions have been massive, and despite a difficult start and long queues at the opening, it solved many of the past issues such as parking and crowded areas. [the_ad id="30528"] Arriving at Phuket Airport Everyone knows that the most stressful time for any traveller
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Tips and Frequently Asked Questions about Phuket [toc] Phuket travel - sharing tips, useful travel info, frequently asked questions, things you should know before you go and even more once you arrive in Phuket. These are the little things we gathered that can make a difference during your holiday. There is a lot to say to help you enjoy your stay while avoiding problems, so bookmark this page as we
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