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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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The UV index indicates the strength of ultraviolet radiation from the sun and can help determine the risk of skin damage and sunburn. In Phuket, the UV index typically ranges from moderate …
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Phuket is the largest island in Thailand at some 576 square kilometres, and although looks may be deceiving, it can take a fair bit of time to get from A to B! …
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The Phuket Songthaew Bus is a public transportation service in Phuket, Thailand. Songthaews (Song Taew or also known as Blue Buses) are a type of passenger vehicle that are commonly used for …
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With so much overwhelming information when planning a trip to a new destination such as Phuket, we know it can take a lot of work to determine what really matters. To help …
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Do you have concerns about Tsunami’s in Phuket? Understandably, many of you may have strong memories of the disastrous events that unfolded on 26 December 2004. One of the island’s most devastating …