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Visit Thailand's largest Island
An island of natural paradise and wild parties, your time on Phuket could just as easily see you riding an elephant as it could dancing the night away in the moonlight.
Measuring some 30 miles in length and 13 miles wide, Phuket is large enough to offer countless things to explore but small enough to provide that all important tropical island feel. Featuring long, uninterrupted stretches of perfect white sand beaches, exquisitely warm azure waters and untouched forests, Phuket offers a true flavour of South East Asia.
The island is more than natural beauty though, thanks to the many luxury hotels, incredible restaurants, hectic markets and crowded dance clubs that attract tourists from all over the world. In Phuket the local saying is ‘mai pen rai’ which means ‘no worries’, which just about sums the place up.
Most of the islands more tourist friendly activities are centred around the western shoreline, and it is here that you’ll find a variety of exceptional beaches ranging from the neon playground of Patong Beach to the more family-friendly Kamala Beach. For even more peace and quiet, slip away to some of the more hidden bays such as Kata Noi or Laem Singh. Both are great places to just sit and relax.
The best way to get around Phuket is by Thailand’s signature tuk tuks. Whilst hiring a car is certainly possible, the lack of parking and occasionally terrifying local driving can make doing so more trouble than it’s worth.
With so much natural beauty in the area, many visitors like to fill their days with active pursuits. From simple hiking along the coast to swimming, snorkelling and surfing, Phuket has something for everyone – including jet skiing and parasailing for the more adventurous.
Hiring a boat is also a good way to spend a day, as is joining a paid cruise to tour the nearby islands. Two clusters are particularly popular due to their being used as settings for famous movies – the Ko Phing Kan islands which starred in 1974’s The Man with the Golden Gun, and the Phi Phi Islands which are best known as the tropical paradise depicted in 2000’s The Beach.
For a closer look at Thai culture, why not visit the Big Buddha or the Samnak Song Buddhist monastery on Nai Harn Beach? Just remember to dress modestly when planning to visit a religious site. With the day drawing to a close, a late afternoon stroll to Promthep Cape will provide a magnificent view of the setting sun – the perfect end to yet another perfect day on Phuket.
Guide to Exploring Phuket
Top Hotel Deals
Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa
88 Moo 7, Prunai, Ko Yao YaiLocated on Koh Yao Yai island, this luxury resort is a 20-minute speedboat ride from Phuket. The resort has its own private white sand beach, and premium snorkeling locations. An 8-minute ride by ferry boat takes guests to Koh Yao Noi, the other large island in the archipelago.
Iniala Beach House
40/14 Moo 6 Kok Kloi, Takua ThungThis Takua Thung hotel is on the beach, 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Turtle Village, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Nai Thon Beach and Blue Canyon Country Club. Splash Jungle Water Park and Sirinat National Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).
Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach
14/2 Patak Road Soi 24, KaronSituated by the sea, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Karon Market and Karon Temple. Dino Park Mini Golf and Kata Porpeang Market are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Wyndham Grand Phuket Kalim Bay
8/18-19 Moo 6, Kamala, Kathu, PhuketSituated by the sea, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kalim Beach, Patong Beach, and Bangla Night Street. Tsunami Memorial and Royal Paradise Night Market are also within 3 mi (5 km).
The Charm Resort Phuket
212 Thaweewong Road, PatongThis family-friendly Patong resort is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalim Beach, Patong Beach, and Bangla Night Street. Royal Paradise Night Market and Jungceylon Shopping Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Millennium Resort Patong Phuket
199 Rat U Thid 200 Pee Road, PatongSituated in the entertainment district, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jungceylon Shopping Center and Bangla Night Street. Patong Beach is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
Patong Resort
208 Rai-Uthit 200 Pee Road, PatongLocated in the heart of Patong, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jungceylon Shopping Center and Bangla Night Street. Patong Beach is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
Diamond Cliff Resort and Spa
284 Prabaramee Road, PatongWith direct access to the beach, this Patong resort is in the entertainment district and within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalim Beach, Patong Beach, and Bangla Night Street. Royal Paradise Night Market and Patong Boxing Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
Mangosteen Resort and Ayurveda Spa
4.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£835
per person
Fishermen's Harbour Urban Resort
4.5 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£637
per person
Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa
5.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£749
per person
Chandara Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£924
per person
Dusit Thani Laguna Pool Villa
5.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£1,509
per person
Luxury Ocean View Pool Villa by Amatara
5.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£2,492
per person
Sugar Marina Resort - FASHION - Kata Beach
3.5 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£644
per person
The Westin Siray Bay Resort & Spa, Phuket
5.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£791
per person
Sugar Marina Resort - NAUTICAL - Kata Beach
3.5 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£635
per person
The Naka Island, A Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, Phuket
5.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£1,217
per person
Aquamarine Resort & Villa
4.0 out of 5.0Sun, 5 Nov - Sun, 12 Nov
Birmingham - Phuket Intl.
£649
per person
Top Deals on Flights
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