A Local Blog with Tips and Secrets of Phuket
What to Do in Phuket in 3 Days? [toc] To spend 3 days in Phuket and make the best of it to see as much as you can, planning is everything. Once planning is done, everything becomes simple, and you can start dreaming and relaxing. To cover the basics, there are a few things you should know: Phuket is a small island, and you could drive from north to south
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What should I pack for Phuket? [toc] 'What should I take to Phuket?' is a question everyone asks on their first trip, just the way it always is when travelling to any new destination, and Phuket is no different. Can I buy this or that in Phuket? Should I take it with me? What’s the weather like? How cold can it be? And with the online weather forecast always displaying
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Where to Get the Best Exchange Rates in Phuket? [toc] Where is the best place to change money in Phuket? This is one of the most frequently asked questions on our Phuket blog. If you are travelling on a budget, exchange rates can make a significant difference for your holiday. We try here to list the different options available on the island, and we try our best to gather useful
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Tips to Reduce Stress Before Travelling to Phuket [toc] Whenever you travel to a new destination for the first time, planning can be stressful. There are so many unanswered questions, and if also the cost is high, the stress grows proportionally. Phuket is no different. Travelling has become more accessible, and a lot of information is now available online, but finding all the answers can be time-consuming, frustrating and more
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Is Phuket safe? [toc] Yes, Phuket is very 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. In this page, we give a few pieces of advice, but keep in mind that these safety tips just use common sense. See also 5 known scams in Phuket. [the_ad id="30528"]
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Travelling to Phuket with Young Children [toc] Travelling to Phuket with children can be stressful, but it's actually safe and fun for the whole family. Just in case you are worried, we listed below some useful tips and advice to help you plan in advance as well as to ease your mind. Phuket is a family-friendly destination and kids of all ages are sure to enjoy a holiday adventure to
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Travelling to Phuket on Budget [toc] Phuket is not cheap, we all know that, but if you travel on a very tight budget, there are still a few things you can do to save a bit and have a great time. These tips rely on real and personal experience. Just for the short story, I arrived in Thailand 20 years ago with basically no money and no job. My first
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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 the 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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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 easy to avoid. Only the first scam can have serious consequences; the others are more of an annoyance, a
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A Few Useful Facts About Phuket [toc] If this is your first time in Phuket, you probably don't know what to expect apart from those annoyingly beautiful photos you see every day on Instagram. If you need info about Phuket but are not in the mood to search the net for hours, we compiled here 10 Quick Facts about Phuket that will summarise some of the interesting facts. It is
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