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GuidesRainy season in Phuket runs from May to October. Most people read about it online, see images of stormy skies, and book somewhere else instead. This is a mistake.
GuidesSeven days is the sweet spot for Phuket. Enough time to see all the main beach areas, spend a proper day in Old Town, take a boat trip to the islands and still have one day where you do absolutely…
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EatFrom an award-winning underwater restaurant to a cliffside icon serving Royal Thai cuisine, these are my 20 favourite places to eat in Phuket.
GuidesReal costs for Phuket in 2026, from £30 backpacker days to luxury blowouts. Accommodation, food, transport and tours all broken down.
ToursFrom ethical elephant sanctuaries to bioluminescent plankton at sunset, these are the Phuket tours actually worth booking in 2026.