Where to rent a scooter in Phuket? [toc] Renting a scooter in Phuket (0r motorbike) is extremely easy, and as soon as you arrive, you will notice scooter rental shops and roadside rentals are everywhere in the tourist areas of Phuket, but there are a few important things you should know before you rent. Note that a motorbike in Thailand refers to a scooter, usually a Honda or a Suzuki,
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Is Phuket safe? Some answers and guidelines [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 again, remember that these safety tips use common sense. Apart from careless driving, incidents are rare and
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Best known scams in Phuket [toc] There are a few scams in Phuket, just like in most tourist destinations around the world, and you should be able to recognise them if they ever happen to you. Don't worry too much: while most are not frequent, they are easy to spot and avoid. Only the first scam can have serious consequences; the others are more of an annoyance, a waste of
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The art of driving in Phuket [toc] Renting a car or a motorbike in Phuket seems one of the best ways to get around freely at a low cost. With so many things to see, you want to be able to go anywhere, anytime. But driving in Phuket comes with a few risks and dangers. Following these basic rules might help to avoid unnecessary trouble. It's not as bad as
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