Phuket International Airport (HKT) serves as the gateway to Thailand’s largest island, located on Mai Khao Beach along Phuket’s west coast. The airport features two terminals, one for international and one for domestic flights, housed in separate buildings.
Where to Party in Phuket? Of course, we know that everyone expects something different, but everyone wants to have fun after dinner and get and see the best of Phuket’s nightlife in a minimum amount of time!
The best seafood in Phuket is mostly in local restaurants, which are sometimes away from tourist places, but also in some more upmarket restaurants around the island. Of course, the seafood you will find in Patong, Kata, Karon is good, but local restaurants have a little more.
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.
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Night markets in Phuket are always fun; from the new Chillva Market to the giant Naka Weekend Market or the Sunday Walking Market in Phuket Town, almost everyone loves to browse the incredible array of things you don’t need.
What are the most romantic things to do on a honeymoon and couples in Phuket? Don’t listen to what some people say; Phuket is a romantic destination. You have to be creative and smart enough to avoid busy places! If you want to stay away from crowded beaches and enjoy a fantastic honeymoon time: It’s easier than you think.
What are the best things to do in Phuket is one of the most important questions people ask us when planning a trip. We explored the island for 30 years to bring you the best of Phuket, sorted in what we saw and what people liked the most.
If Old Phuket Town’s old Sino-Portuguese Mansions fascinate you, you are in for a treat. There is more to Phuket than just the well-known Thalang Road, where everyone goes on a Phuket exploration.
There are many viewpoints in Phuket where you can see the island from above. Some are easy to reach by car or scooter, while others require a short walk.
Our list of the best local Thai restaurants in Phuket keeps growing because local food in Phuket is great, especially if you step away from Patong Beach! We chose not to list any places and no trendy venues here; our blog is about local food and only local food! These restaurants are not fancy, and all are cheap: they don’t care about the decor, and they sometimes forget to smile; it’s all about efficiency and great taste.
Here are some of the best hotels in Phuket that we personally enjoyed the most. We stayed in these hotels without informing them in advance, so our experience was exactly like any other guest, and we can recommend each one without hesitation.
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If this is your first time in Phuket and you need info about the island but are not in the mood to search for hours, we compiled Quick Facts about Phuket to summarise some interesting information.
Phuket Weather can and will impact your holiday, so deciding the best month to visit Phuket is key and also depends on what you like to do during your holiday.
Phuket is a great kid-friendly destination as there are many fun things to do in Phuket with kids and the whole family. Of course, you could spend your entire holiday on the beach and in the sea with your children, but it would be a waste not to add some activities to your stay.
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Spas and massages are among the many activities travellers love to experience when visiting Phuket. Here, spas are surprisingly cheap and available everywhere; you don’t have to plan; you only have to pick.
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Sunset happens every single day, and yet everyone seems to be instinctively attracted to it like a fly to a candle, including myself. I don’t pretend to know everything about sunset photography, but I can share some useful tips that might help
