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20 Apr 2014 New Attraction
Opening now - the Upsidedown House
31 Jan 2014 New Attraction
The Trick Eye Museum in Phuket Town is a fun collection of interactive optical illusions
20 Jul 2013 New Attraction
Phuket has a new attraction - read all about the Phuket Bird Park
23 Jun 2013 New Site
It's time we got to Know Phang Nga !
16 Jun 2013 New Attraction
The Kata Dino Golf Park has been in Phuket for a long time so it's about time we gave it a write up.
6 Apr 2013 New Attraction
We add Sarasin Bridge to our list of attractions.
23 Feb 2013 New Attraction
We add Phuket Botanical Garden to our list of attractions.
07 Feb 2013 Similan Islands Map
We improve our island coverage with a map of the Similans.
11 Dec 2012 Thai Language
Farang and other people.
3 Nov 2012 Chinpracha House
We add Chinpracha House to our list of Phuket's museums.
7 Oct 2012 Tours
The best tours in and around Phuket.
1 Sep 2012 Which Ladyboy Show
We run the rule over the Simon Cabaret and the Aphrodite ladyboy shows.
30 Jun 2012 Phuket Cable Ski
It's about time we gave Phuket cable ski some proper coverage.
08 Apr 2012 Thai Language
Some Thai jokes to help keep those Thai language skills ticking along.
11 Mar 2012 Museums
Phuket has enough museums that it is about time we gave them their own page.
26 Feb 2012 New Activity
We add Phuket Adventure Mini Golf to our list of attractions.
3 Jan 2012 New Show
Bangkok's famous Siam Niramit show comes to Phuket.
18 Dec 2011 New Activity
Football Golf - yes really - Football Golf.
3 Dec 2011 New Article
Something for the kids? How about a family sport and leisure club.
24 Oct 2011 New Shows
Two new shows in town - The Aphrodite Ladyboy Show and Joe Conrad Magic Show.
21 Aug 2011 New Article
The Vegetarian Festival is coming. Read all about this extraordinary religious festival

Welcome to Phuket

'Sawadee' is Thai for hello or welcome; so sawadee and welcome to Know Phuket. Patong Beach, Phuket

Phuket is the premier beach holiday destination in Asia attracting around 5-million visitors a year. It is an island of stunning natural beauty with beaches that are world renowned. The numerous beaches and nearby islands provide something for everyone. There is the buzz and nightlife of Patong Beach, the family-friendly fun of Karon and Kata Beaches or you can get away from it all at one of the many quieter beaches.

Phuket has much more to offer than just beaches. The people are warm and friendly, the culture is rich and the food is great. There is fantastic shopping and many beautiful temples. There is a lively nightlife scene and of course we cannot ignore the colourful girly bar scene in Patong. There are also many great activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling and water sports.

There are so many treasures waiting to be discovered around the island but it does take some research to find them. That is where we come in. A browse around our site should help you find the places that are right for you.

We will give you all the information you need to get the best from your stay in Phuket. This site has background information about Phuket's history, geography, climate, people and culture. There is practical information about coming here, information about the popular tourist spots and also the less discovered places.

We provide information to help both short-term visitors and long-term residents to get the best from the island. We do not gloss over the negatives but we do believe that Phuket is a world-class destination with something for everyone. Come and find the most beautiful beaches, the most authentic restaurants, the liveliest nightlife. We describe all the beach resorts and have maps showing the locations of the main attractions and hotels.

We also give you the tools to arrange your entire trip in the most flexible way to suit you and at the best prices. We have hotel reservation facilities to offer you the best deals available. We connect you to good deals on flights and travel insurance. We also give you the option to book your day trips in advance through reliable and recognised operators.

So come and explore our island.

sunset at Nai Harn Beach

 

 

HOTEL RESERVATIONS


This site uses AGODA hotel booking service and we are happy to recommend their service.

Agoda are one of the top international hotel booking agencies. They have a strong presence in Asia and Thailand and have offices in Bangkok. They have a reputation for reliable service and their prices are very competitive.

They also give reward points for every booking. These points can be used for extra discounts on future bookings so they are an especially good choice if you travel often.

To find hotels in your chosen resort see our maps and beaches guide.

TOURS AND DAYTRIPS

Pre-book your tours and day trips through our tour partners at

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They can book you on organised group tours or provide you with personalised solutions to all your travel requirements. Day trips, tailor made tours, activities, boat charters, whatever you want, they will find an answer to suit your needs. The great thing about Easy Day is they will go the extra mile to meet your personal requirements.

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Don't spend your entire holiday at the same beach. Get out and explore the island. There are so many great beaches. See our complete

Phuket Beach Guide

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You will be pleased with how much you save.

 


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