Posts tagged: Phuket Life

Karon Night Life

Karon is often referred to as ‘Patong’s little sister’ because has its own version of Soi Bangla – only on a smaller scale and it has its dining locations, only fewer than Patong. Most of the nightlife is centred in the bars off Patak Road near the northern traffic circle and three kilometres to the [...]

Kata Night Life

Kata is the kind of place to relax with a cocktail or beer in an open-air bar or restaurant, do some shopping, watch the big game on a pub screen, or enjoy a quiet evening.  Most evening venues are excellent choices for families and couples with outdoor cafes and good value local restaurants. Kata’s small [...]

Phuket Town Night Life

Phuket Town The nightlife scene in Phuket Town is certainly different in all senses to Patong. People like to characterize Phuket Town nightlife as being slow, boring, with locations too far apart. But Phuket Town nightlife has a distinctly local and Asian flavor that’s an acquired taste once you get to know it. The scene [...]

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Phuket Events & Festivals

There is never a dull moment is Phuket, and you will find there are events and festivals throughout the year. When you plan your trip to Phuket it is a good idea to check to see what is happening at that time of the year. Whether you are young or old there is definitely something [...]

Weather in Phuket

Must like the rest of South East Asia, Phuket has a tropical climate with a rainy or monsoon season. The hottest time of year in Phuket is between April and May where we see temperatures reaching between 27C to 36C (80F to 95F). During this time you also get short bursts of heavy showers, which [...]

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Language Schools in Phuket

Nowadays there are many language schools in Phuket, aimed not only to local Thai people but also to foreigners. Most schools are teaching English but there are also a number of schools that teach Thai and Chinese to foreigners.  Especially for those expats who plan to live or work here in Phuket, learning Thai makes [...]

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Getting Around in Phuket

Depending on where you are staying most resorts are close enough to various beaches, restaurants and bars for you to be able to just walk to. But for those travellers who wish to explore the island further you are spoilt for choice with transport options. Whether you want to use Taxis, Tuk Tuks, public buses [...]

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Airport / Airlines

Phuket International Airport is becoming a very busy airport servicing many international airlines, most of which fly direct from various Asian countries, but most Western visitors fly via Bangkok. Phuket International Airport is currently the second busiest airport in Thailand, with over 6 million passengers flying in and out on a yearly basis. Phuket airport [...]

Visa Runs From Phuket

As Phuket becomes ever increasingly popular with travellers and backpackers alike, most visitors to the island often end up staying for a much longer time than originally anticipated. Because of this and the forever changing Thai immigration laws, people often find themselves with a visa that is about to expire. There are a number of [...]

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Immigration Office Phuket

482 Phuket Road, A.Muang   Phuket, 83000 Thailand  Phone: (66) 076.221.905  Phone & Fax: (66) 076.212.108  Contact person: Phuket immigration office Patong Beach Branch:  Phone: (66) 076.340.477

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