Phuket Tourism

Weather in Phuket:

Phuket island enjoys a tropical weather throughout the year with two major seasons- dry and wet. Dry season lies between the months of December and March when the humidity levels are low and there are no rains. During this time, tourists can enjoy different water activities, ranging from snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing and others. During the wet season, which lies between the months June and October, the temperature becomes hot and humid. During this time, tourists can enjoy the night markets, clubs, Thai massage, spa and other indoor activities.

Places to stay in Phuket:

Opting for a right accommodation that matches one’s needs and preferences plays a significant role to make their holiday a memorable one. On an excursion to Phuket, one may choose to look for a stay in places like Patong, Karon, and others that fit their bill and provide offerings of their interest.

Stay in Patong:

Being the island’s primary destination for nightlife, Patong is known for Bangla Road- a picturesque coast crammed with bars and clubs and offering great sunset views at the same time.

Ranging from luxurious to budget accommodations, one can enjoy a stay in hotels like: Holiday Inn Resort, The Marina Phuket Hotel, Amari Phuket, Baan Laimai Beach Resort, Seaview Patong Hotel, Crest Resort & Pool Villas, Patong Princess Hotel and others.

Stay in Karon:

Karon, also called as ‘Patong’s little sister’ boasts sprawling resorts that offer a chance to savour natural beauty, enjoy shopping, nightlife and much more.

With a wide range of choices, one can opt for stays like: Novotel Karon, The Palmery Resort, Centara Grand Beach Resort, Karon View Resort, Pacific Club Resort, and others.

Stay in Kata Beach:   

A lively beach with offerings like: water sports, viewpoints, shopping joints and other fun activities is a treat for family, young couples and children alike.

The list of best places to stay here includes: Kata Palm Resort, Chanalai Flora Resort, The Color Kata, Ibis Phuket Kata, Malisa Villa Suites, and more.

Besides that, one can also look for a stay of their choice in places like: Rawai, Kalim, Kamala, Surin, Mai Khao, and Phuket Town.

Famous food in Phuket:

With no need of introduction to Thai food, Phuket is not just a treat for eyes, but it also offers treat for the taste buds. While on an excursion to Phuket, it is recommended to binge on Thai cuisines, like: Pad Thai, Kuay Tiew, Tom Yam Goong, Som Tam, Tom Kha Gai, Kao Phad, Massaman Curry, and others.

Nightlife in Phuket:

With discos and clubs, go-go bars, and cabaret shows, Phuket is one of the best party hotspots that make tourists from across the globe flock here for a fun-filled holiday. Beach areas like Karon and Patong offer the best after-dark nightlife experiences to let people mingle with their energy with others, and have a gala time.

To experience the best of nightlife, one may visit to places like: Soi Bangla Road, Seduction Nightclub, Wassa Homemade, FantaSea, Simon Cabaret, Siam Niramit Phuket, and many more.

Places to visit in Phuket:

With a spectrum of picturesque holiday sights from exhilarating sunsets to beautiful night lights, tourists are spoilt for choices when it comes to the best places to visit in Phuket. However, Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, and Fantasea are some the Phuket points of interest. These places are the best for sightseeing and spending some quality time with friends and family. Apart from these, to enjoy the Phuket, Thailand nightlife, one must visit the Bangla Road which is a night market with music all around the place. There are clubs and bars on both sides of the road, and their advertisements are done in a unique manner.

Things to buy in Phuket:

A perfect Phuket tour itinerary must include shopping as one of the things to do, here. There are many good local markets for shopping that sell refurbished products at a cheaper price. Bargaining is the key to having the best shopping experience in Phuket.

Adventure activities in Phuket:

Apart from sightseeing and shopping, Phuket is also the best destination to feel some adrenaline rush while partaking in water activities. Therefore, beaches are must visit places in Phuket to enjoy water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and jet skiing. For those who are willing to go an extra mile, they can opt for Island hopping tours wherein travelers can visit different islands near Phuket and explore the beautiful caves and beaches.