Phuket Travel Tips: 4 things to remember before a Phuket getaway

Phuket is one of the most popular holiday destinations abroad. But when travelling abroad, there are a lot of things one has to consider such as the budget, currency, packing, travelling, stay and more. It always helps to have tips that will make your travel and stay a little easier. So, here are a few tips that will come in handy when travelling to Phuket.  

Things to know before you travel to Phuket

Avoid Phuket in peak holiday season

Even though holidays create a perfect vibe for vacations, crowded locations can take the fun away for some people. Phuket is not only a popular destination for its sunny beaches but it is also a central point for the islands surrounding it. If you want to have a calm vacation in Phuket, avoid going there in the peak holiday seasons such as New Year’s and Christmas.

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Visiting the temples in Phuket

Being a Buddhist dominant place, there are a lot of temples with a heavy cultural background in Phuket. Located on a tropical island, people are often roaming around in bikinis and other tropical outfits but one cannot just walk in a temple wearing those outfits. Make sure to carry scarfs and jackets with you when planning a tour to Phuket.

Avoid getting scammed at bars

In Phuket, the hotel staff usually challenge you to play games. How it works is they make you play some tricky games, if you win, the hotel staff buys you drinks and if you lose, you have to buy them drinks. But the staff drinks menu is usually really expensive.

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Shopping in Phuket

The best places to shop in Phuket is the local markets. But make sure you brush up your negotiation skills before you set a foot in the markets. It is usually best if you go down a quarter of what they are saying.

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