Travel Tips

When it comes to exploring the cultural wonders of Phuket, visiting the Big Buddha is an experience not to be missed. Majestically perched atop Nakkerd Hill, the Big Buddha symbolises peace, spirituality,…

August can be an excellent time to visit Phuket, Thailand’s largest island located in the Andaman Sea. While it is still very much in “rainy season“, visitors can still enjoy plenty of…

Whilst it’s possible to rely just on your hotel wifi and many restaurants will provide their wifi for free, we have found more and more over the years we need an internet…

Catching a taxi or using a ride-sharing app in Phuket can be a seriously confusing business. What’s stated in law and what’s seen in practice can be two very different things, so…

July can surprisingly be a fantastic time to visit Phuket. While it is considered the rainy season, visitors can still enjoy plenty of sunny days and warm temperatures, with occasional rainfall providing…

Are you looking at hiring a motorbike to get about in Phuket? While on the one hand, it can be a great cost-effective and convenient way to get around the island, it…

We are often asked what the best way is to get to your accommodation in Phuket from the airport. This can depend a lot on where you are staying and how many…

June is a wonderful time to visit Phuket, Thailand’s largest island located in the Andaman Sea. While it is technically considered the start of the rainy season, the weather in June is…

Is Phuket An Island? Yes, it is! In fact, it’s the biggest island in Thailand, located in the Andaman Sea on the southwestern coast of the country. How Big is Phuket? Phuket…

Preparing for your trip to Phuket, you will want to be carrying the right currency with you, and understand when you need to pay with cash or credit card might be acceptable.…