Phuket

It’s clear why Phuket is a popular choice among honeymooners, with over 40 beaches and the crystal clear waters of the Andaman Sea and 32 islands off its coastline, it is the ultimate beach paradise with an affordable price. Phuket has it all: culture permeates every inch of the streets of the historic old town which are lined with Sino-Portuguese shophouses and buildings, Buddhist temples, stretches of gorgeous sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs, incredible mouth-watering cuisine and a hedonistic nightlife scene. Phuket as a honeymoon destination also has accommodation and activities to suit all budgets and here in the only honeymoon guide to Phuket you’ll ever need, we will show you how to make the most of this tropical paradise whatever your budget! Plan your trip to Thailand Need data for your trip to Thailand? We use Tep Wireless which offers unlimited data for $8 per day. Travelling King readers…

So you’re in Thailand and you’re enjoy the hustle and bustle of Phuket nightlife, maybe one too many Singtaos or Changs,  you’ve been indulging in the delicious mouth-watering cuisine, or perhaps you’ve arrived in Thailand to escape the stresses of everyday life and you want to immerse yourself in a fitness camp or fitness experience. Look no further, this is the guide for you! In this article we will look at the best gyms, fitness camps and bootcamps in and around Phuket to cater for your every need from yoga to the Thai martial art of Muay Thai. We will provide a rundown of the gyms and their facilities and also the cost of a day-pass ranging from budget to luxurious. Plan your trip to Thailand Need data for your trip to Thailand? We use Tep Wireless which offers unlimited data for $8 per day. Travelling King readers can get…

Phuket, one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations is also the ideal luxury holiday destination, what more could you ask for than a tropical beach, azure waters teeming with fish and colourful corals, a private villa with your own private pool and amazing cuisine? Known as the “Pearl of the Andaman”, Phuket is a beach holiday destination where you can enjoy the five-star treatment for a fraction of European prices. From fine-dining to five-star resorts, indulgent spa treatments will ensure that you feel pampered and cared during your stay. Phuket also has fascinating culture which stemmed from being a port situated on the trade routes between India and China, and Chinese influence can be found in the many historic buildings of the city centre. There is also a nearby jungle which once was inhabited by tribes until coal mining forced them to relocate. Phuket continues to have  indigenous sea gypsies…

These days Phuket is so full of tourists; there are markets and shops everywhere! There is certainly no shortage of places to go shopping in Phuket.  With it being Thailand, you are able to get a great bargain like a t-shirt for 100 baht ($3 AUD). Most of the markets are evening markets as it is far too hot to be out during the day, plus most tourists are on day tours or sitting by the pool or beach during the day sipping cocktails.. You can check out our guide on Where to Stay in Phuket here Plan your trip to Thailand Need data for your trip to Thailand? We use Tep Wireless which offers unlimited data for $8 per day. Travelling King readers can get 10% off using the discount code TRAVELLINGKING on check out. Don't forget to get Travel Insurance, it's best to always be prepared! I would recommend…

Phuket is a province situated in Southern Thailand and is also the gateway to the Andaman islands, Koh Phi Phi, Similan Islands, Koh Lipe and Koh Lanta are just a boat ride away. The largest island in Thailand, Phuket is a popular tourist destination for beach lovers as it boasts over 36 beaches, the name “Phuket” means “mountain jewel” in Thai because 70% of the island is covered by mountains. Getting to Phuket is easy as there are regular flights from Bangkok; alternative methods of transportation include minivan and bus for those on a tight budget. Being on the tourist trail you will find that many people speak English and that travelling in Thailand is generally very safe, also for female travellers. The thing to be most aware of is of being pickpocketed and buses and touristy areas are prime areas to be wary and vigilant. Tourists typically head to…

The first thing I noticed in Patong was the smell, Oh my goodness! We had clearly been blessed with fresh air in Rawai (where our hotel was based). Patong is the smelliest place I have ever been too! But don't worry you do get used to it fairly quickly along with the other "interesting things" around patong, lets take a look below: Plan your trip to Thailand Need data for your trip to Thailand? We use Tep Wireless which offers unlimited data for $8 per day. Travelling King readers can get 10% off using the discount code TRAVELLINGKING on check out. Want to learn how to travel on a Budget? Check out our dedicated “Budget Conscious Travel Guide” Read more on Thailand:  Looking for a particular destination, see below otherwise you can go to Thailand Travel Guide to view current posts Phuket or Krabi – Choosing the Perfect Destination for your…

Phuket is an awesome destination to visit as it allows you to take a few quick day trips to near by island like Phi Phi Island, located on the Western Andaman Sea coast. We booked through Viator website on their Phi Phi Island tour  (the reviews we read were fairly good!).  Phi Phi Island was made famous as the beach was used for "The Beach" movie which was filmed at the now very famous Maya Beach. The speed boat hopped onto had a total of 675 horsepower engines (3 x 225 horsepower engines), so we got over to Phi Phi Island fairly quickly. We were lucky, it was nice a sunny day and the ocean wasn't too rough. It took about 45-50mins to get to Phi Phi from Phuket (i cant remember the name of the port/jetty we left from) Plan your trip to Thailand Need data for your trip to Thailand? We use Tep…