The perfect destination for honeymooners and party-goers alike, this Thai island is renowned across the world for its beautiful beaches, warm hospitality and vibrant nightlife.
Phuket is lovingly known as Asia's most popular beach destination and it's not hard to see why.
Unwind on the golden shores lapped by the warm gentle blue waters of the Andaman Sea and take in the sights of the spectacular scenery.
Phuket is the largest island within Thailand and has been bestowed with the title of 'Pearl of the South' with its incredible beaches, rolling hills and lush tropical jungle to explore. Reefs that surround Phuket are teeming with exotic marine life and make the island a popular choice for snorkelling and scuba diving.
Phuket boasts a variety of attractions. Visit the Khao Phra National Park, tee off on one of five prestigious golf courses or explore the Phuket aquarium. Unwind on the shores at the famous Patong Beach area of Phuket, a vibrant and lively region offering a colourful array of nightlife along the commercial strip which is lined with shops, bars and restaurants.
The weather in Phuket is generally at its best from October through to early May. The summer months can see increased rainfall, particularly from July to September and this tends to be when the seas are rougher and the beaches are narrower. However, this can be compensated by the lower hotel rates and extra value offers - ask us for details. The weather during the months of May and early June is usually good, with bright sunny days but sometimes heavy showers.
Ricky
Travel Specialist
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- Time zone: +7 GMT
- Flight time: 11-15 hours
- Recommended airlines: Thai Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways
- Currency: Thai baht
- Tipping guideline: Tipping is not customary in Thailand, but small tips for good service are appreciated.
- Health considerations: There is a risk of altitude illness when travelling to destinations of 2,500m or higher. There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a low risk of malaria in the rural, forested borders of Thailand with Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. There is a very low risk of malaria in the remaining areas of Thailand. There is no risk of yellow fever in Thailand, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Bangkok
- Population: 71,885,799
- National languages: Thai, English
- Electricity and plugs: Type A, B, C, F, & O, 220 V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage with several mobile service providers available.
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for Thailand if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 30 days
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