18 Frequently Asked Questions about Phuket
Phuket Travel Guide: sharing tips, useful travel info, frequently asked questions, things you should know before you go and even more once you arrive in Phuket.
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18 Secret Beaches of Phuket
There are still secret beaches in Phuket and some hidden and quiet spots, most of which are beautiful. Of course, some are difficult to find, but surprisingly many are in plain sight and easy to access.
10 Hardcore Thai food, only for the brave!
We had ’10 Typical Phuket Dishes’ and ’10 Best Really Local Restaurants’, and even ’10 Fried Insects for Gourmets’ now we need to move on to serious business: ’10 Hardcore Thai Food, only for the Brave’… Will you dare?
15 Weird and Funny Things in Phuket
Living in Phuket for so long has been the opportunity to witness many fun sights. We should get used to them, but sometimes, we still smile (or clench teeth) when we witness one of the following weird or strange things.
10 Ways to Spot Ladyboys in Phuket
Ladyboys in Phuket are often so pretty that you would be unable to tell. Is that lady you are chatting with on Bangla Walking Street, not a bit too good to be true? Tall, slim, pretty and very sexy: indeed, she’s a ladyboy!
12 Cheap Things to Do in Phuket with a Small Budget
What are the cheapest things to do in Phuket with a mall budget? Phuket is more expensive than anywhere else in Thailand, but if you start with these few suggestions, you will be able to make the best of your holiday without spending a fortune.
21 Romantic Restaurants in Phuket for Valentine’s Day ❤️
There are many romantic restaurants in Phuket to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and to compile this list of the best ones, we had to try a lot! Those restaurants were among the best dining experiences we had in Phuket.
Phuket Town – A Walking Guide to Old Phuket Town
Our Old Phuket Town and Old Street Walking Guide will save you time and effort! The historical part of Phuket is not huge but is rich and exciting enough to explore in half a day.
Thalang Road in Old Phuket Town – A Walking Guide
Thalang Road is the most famous street in the historic part of Old Phuket Town. The municipality and owners managed to revive most of the old Sino-Portuguese shophouses and bury the ugly cables Thailand is so famous for.
Koh Sirey
Koh Sirey is an island connected to Phuket town by a very short bridge, this small piece of land doesn’t have any particular signs, but this is where you will find the beautiful Westin Siray Bay Resort.
15 Reasons to Visit Phuket – Why is Phuket so popular?
Why is Phuket so popular? And what makes people come back to Phuket countless times? There are many good reasons to visit Phuket, and we picked the answers we thought were the most important.
Best Things to Do in Phuket When it RAINS ! ☔
Our list of things to do in Phuket when it rains includes many ways to take advantage of a rainy day. On such days, you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day.
14 Local Thai Food to Try in Phuket
Thai food in Phuket is delicious, varied and cheap. You can enjoy it by the street, on the beach, in surprisingly excellent local restaurants and even at fancy Michelin restaurants. Phuket also has many specialities you should try, but remember that some dishes can be seriously spicy!
10 Best Thai Food in Phuket
Thai food is popular and famous worldwide and doesn’t need to be introduced anymore. If you reached this page, you probably already tried some and heard plenty about it.
31 Thai Temples in Phuket
Phuket Thai temples, or Wats, are always worth a visit; from the temple hidden inside a cave to the famous Wat Chalong, a visit to Thailand would not be complete without exploring a few of these magnificent and beautifully ornamented buildings.
Phuket Fresh Markets
Fresh markets in Phuket are always a great way to get close to real, local life with minimal effort. Markets are everywhere around the island, every community and every village has one, small or large, permanent or occasional.
Where to Party in Phuket? 🎉
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!
15 Best Seafood Restaurants in Phuket
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 (Koh Hey) 🏝️
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.
10 Signs you have been in Thailand very long… or very often 😜
Have you been in Thailand very long? After a few years of living in Phuket (or in Thailand), you just start doing a few unusual things without noticing them, and it suddenly strikes you; these are not the things I used to do at home!
12 Best Night Markets in Phuket
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.
10 Best Romantic Things to Do for Couples in Phuket
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.
Great Things to Do in Phuket in 2026!
Discover more than 70 great things to do in Phuket for 2026. Island hopping, beaches, temples, nightlife, and more. Written by a 30-year Phuket resident.
26 Amazing Sino Portuguese Heritage Mansions in Phuket Town
If old Sino-Portuguese Mansions in Old Phuket Town 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.
42 Best Hotels in Phuket
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.
47 Amazing Beaches to Discover in Phuket! ⛱️
There are at least 47 Phuket Beaches now on our list! A few are crowded, many are quiet, some are hidden, and some are hidden, and just a couple are still relatively secret.
Phuket Information – 11 Facts About Phuket for Beginners
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.
28 Best Things to Do in Phuket with Kids in 2026 🧸
Phuket is a great destination for families, as there are many fun things to do with kids. You can spend your entire holiday on the beach, but it would be a waste not to add some activities to your stay.
11 Best Nightclubs in Phuket
Most nightclubs in Phuket are on Bangla Road in Patong. A few are in Phuket Town, and several beach clubs now run late enough to count as nightlife.
10 Really Cheap Things to Do in Phuket (For Fun!)
Phuket on half a shoestring? That sounds cliché or impossible! So just for fun, you can try the 10 items below and come back with a pretty fun story to tell.
11 Phuket Museums for 2026
Complete guide to Phuket museums: Thai Hua, Thavorn, Mining Museum & more. Entry prices, opening hours, and which ones are worth visiting.
7 Buddha Postures for the Days of The Week
Seven Buddha postures appear in Thai temples, one for each day of the week. You’ve probably seen them without knowing what they meant.
Phuket Best Spas and Thai Massages
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.
10 Best Beaches for Snorkeling in Phuket
What are the best snorkelling beaches in Phuket? Not all the beaches here are suitable for admiring sea life, and as we were often asked which is best, we listed beaches with nice rocky areas here. None will be as beautiful as Coral Island or Similan…
Phang Nga Bay
Phang Nga Bay is Thailand’s most spectacular seascape, a 400 km² protected marine park filled with dramatic limestone cliffs rising straight out of emerald water.
16 Best Viewpoints in Phuket
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.
8 Simple Tips for Better Phuket Sunset Photos
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
21 Best Beaches in Phuket ⛱️
What are the most beautiful and best beaches in Phuket; a frequent and challenging question to answer since everyone likes a beach for so many different reasons.
53 Best Local Thai Restaurants in Phuket
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!
Phuket International Airport ✈️
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.
Phuket Weather – Best Time to Visit & Monthly Guide
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.
Jungceylon Phuket
Jungceylon Phuket, located in the heart of Patong Beach, just a few minutes’ walk from Bangla Road, is still the largest mall on the island at over 200,000 square meters
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