{"id":28608,"date":"2021-03-02T16:27:23","date_gmt":"2021-03-02T15:27:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/?p=28608"},"modified":"2023-11-24T14:00:26","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T13:00:26","slug":"phuket-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/en\/phuket-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Phuket Travel Guide: The Best Beaches & Secret Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Phuket is mass tourism at its finest. <\/strong>No need to sugar coat anything here because it\u2019s become common knowledge that many parts of Phuket is not as paradise-like as you would imagine Thailand to be. Unfortunately, this is something you experience quite early on and cannot really escape – at the latest, you\u2019ll see what we mean when you walk through the streets of Patong (the hotspot on Phuket).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Phuket is notorious in some places for its headache-inducing tourism, there are also some beautiful lesser-known places<\/strong> – thankfully! We ourselves, have personally been to Phuket twice and our mission was none other than searching for the most beautiful sights and beaches<\/strong>, as well as for secret corners on the island. In this travel guide, we will share with you the main highlights in Phuket, as well as our top tips<\/strong> for having a great time on this island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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1. Phuket: What to know before you go & Pre-Travel Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Phuket is the largest island in Thailand.<\/strong> That\u2019s right, it\u2019s an island! Phuket is located in the southwest of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. What many people do not know is that Phuket island is connected to the mainland by a bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Phuket the right destination for me?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Phuket cannot be generalised into any one category. In other words: Phuket is so big that there is something for everyone to be found on the island. Therefore, you will find all sorts of people on Phuket: from party-goers to couples or families with children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you\u2019re looking for a quiet beach destination for your holiday, then Phuket would not be first on our list of recommendations. There are far better options like Khao Lak<\/a>, Koh Lanta<\/a> or Koh Phangan<\/a>. However, there are exceptions on Phuket, namely regions or (exclusive) hotels where you don’t notice the hustle and bustle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you go to Phuket, you have to be aware that the island is almost entirely geared towards tourism. That comes with its many disadvantages, no doubt. But there are also advantages. For example, medical care<\/strong> on Phuket is excellent. This is often not the case in other corners of Thailand. Thanks to the international airport, Phuket is probably (together with Khao Lak) the fastest accessible beach destination in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phuket is understandably an attractive travel destination for people who consider (tourist) infrastructure<\/strong> very important. Alternatively, Khao Lak (which is also located near Phuket Airport), is a great choice too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where should I stay on Phuket?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Phuket is much larger than you might think. To put it into perspective, if you travelled from the northern most point to the southern most point, then it would easily take you an hour by scooter – depending on the traffic situation, it can also be significantly longer. Since Phuket is so large and diverse, it is not so easy to find the right area to spend the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we really mean by this is: Avoid Patong!<\/strong> Patong is the most popular place on Phuket, but believe us when we say\u2026 you really don’t want to stay here. This is the place where party meets sex tourism and it\u2019s always busy no matter the time of day. We even dare to say that Patong is worse than you might imagine it to be. Kata is also not a great place to be and reminds us a little of Patong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The south<\/strong> has the advantage of being quite close to the many sights (e.g. Big Buddha, Phuket Town). There are also some great view points in the south. Cape Panwa is a quiet corner in the southeast, which we can highly recommend. (Our hotel tip here is The Cove<\/a>. We’ll tell you more about this below.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beaches in the north<\/strong> tend to be quite calm. So if that\u2019s what you are looking for, then you will love the exploring the north (e.g. Bang Tao Beach). In this travel guide, we will share with you our top tips and highlights on Phuket island and all our favourite beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In summary: This is what to expect on Phuket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n