Romain Beuvart

Phuket Holidays

A world-famous island of Thailand, Phuket, which was once an important trading post for the region, today serves as an essential place to go when visiting Thailand.

Visit Phuket

Art & Culture
Place or Historical Monument
Handicraft

Phuket: How to get there?

1hr 15min by plane from Bangkok

Phuket: See when to go?

Between December and April

Phuket: For how long?

3 to 5 days

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Phuket: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Romain Beuvart

Travel writer

Phuket is the largest island in Thailand; very popular, but big enough so you don't feel like you're tripping over each other.

My suggestion

Avoid the beach at Patong, it's just not worth it. Don't use tuk tuks (they're a rip-off) and, if possible, rent a scooter instead.

Ariadne M

Travel writer

A world-famous island of Thailand, Phuket, which was once an important trading post for the region, today serves as an essential place to go when visiting Thailand.

My suggestion

Avoid Patong if possible, especially at night: it's too touristy. It's one of the least traditional and typically Thai places on the island. All of humanity's vices are to be found concentrated here.

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Khao Yai or the paradise of species

To set the scene for you, imagine 2,188 km² covered by 80% forest and populated with more than 800 animal species roaming completely free. Add streams, waterfalls and a mountain range amongst 2,000 plant species. Classify it all as a UNESCO world heritage site and you have the Khao Yai national park.