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post Mar 5 2013, 07:23 PM

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Hi everyone, going to phuket soon. Any recommendation on what places of attraction is worth goin and what kind of day tour should i take ?

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QUOTE(piggydragon @ Mar 5 2013, 07:23 PM)
Hi everyone, going to phuket soon. Any recommendation on what places of attraction is worth goin and what kind of day tour should i take ?

thankyou banyak banyak  rclxm9.gif  rclxm9.gif
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You can take day tour at the airport instead, I used to took a 1.5 day tour of the The Travel Team Co.,LTD.
Day 1: Maya Bay- Loh Samah Bay - Phi Leh Cove - Viking Cove - Monkey Beach - Phi Phi Don - Khai Island
Day 2: The Peak - Kinaree Park (Elephant) - Wat Cha Long (Temple) - Wang Talang (Jelwery Shop) - Cashewy Juice at The Srisupphaluck Orchid Co., Ltd

I went for 4 days, so the next 2 days we are going around by our own, can go for the fantasia and Patong beach, or even the boxing / Thai girl show.
Hope these info could help on you. laugh.gif
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QUOTE(piggydragon @ Mar 5 2013, 07:23 PM)
Hi everyone, going to phuket soon. Any recommendation on what places of attraction is worth goin and what kind of day tour should i take ?

thankyou banyak banyak  rclxm9.gif  rclxm9.gif
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You can take day tour at the airport instead, I used to took a 1.5 day tour of the The Travel Team Co.,LTD.

Day 1: Maya Bay- Loh Samah Bay - Phi Leh Cove - Viking Cove - Monkey Beach - Phi Phi Don - Khai Island
Day 2: The Peak - Kinaree Park (Elephant) - Wat Cha Long (Temple) - Wang Talang (Jelwery Shop) - Cashewy Juice at The Srisupphaluck Orchid Co., Ltd

I went for 4 days, so the next 2 days we are going around by our own, can go for the Phuket Fantasea and Patong beach, or even the boxing / Thai girl show.

Hope these info could help on you. laugh.gif
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post Mar 27 2013, 07:41 AM, updated 12y ago

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Continue from V1 : https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/362790

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QUOTE(mixologist84 @ Nov 23 2012, 11:28 PM)
Hi Guys,

I am back from the Phuket Trip, now here is my turn to contribute back to thread that helped me plan my trip.

We planned and booked the flight ticket and rooms late August. Off course we did a lot of reading online on where to stay what to do and what not from various blogs, trip advisor and also from Lowyat Forum.

We stayed in Patong, Sawatdirak road, it was 3 minutes walk to the beach and 10 minutes to Jungceylon and Bangla road. We got around by renting a scooter. It cost us 200 bahts per day. All the price stated here are for peak period, so do bargain when you are goingoff peak and do not pay anything more than what is indicated here.

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post Mar 27 2013, 07:44 AM

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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Mar 27 2013, 02:39 AM)
hehehe.. its last time AA promo..

got RM120 return flight  rclxm9.gif
airport transfer rm60 divide 3 ppl
hotel 4 night rm600 divide 3 ppl
food 4 days rm120
phi phi island 1 day tour rm90
scooter 1 day rm25 divide 2 ppl

more saving if u going 4 person.. btw im going next month 10 - 14 april  icon_rolleyes.gif
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post Mar 27 2013, 09:07 PM

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miss phuket so much!!
I have updated my trip report in my blog!
ask me if you have any query about phuket!
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QUOTE(tiffany_sle @ Mar 27 2013, 09:07 PM)
miss phuket so much!!
I have updated my trip report in my blog!
ask me if you have any query about phuket!
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Can you list things that must do?place that must visit?activity?
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post Mar 28 2013, 03:12 AM

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Argh felt so bad that not going to phuket last month.
Spend 2night at ao nang and 2night at phiphi.
But phiphi beach party is so damn good.
Happen everyday.
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QUOTE(tiffany_sle @ Mar 27 2013, 09:07 PM)
miss phuket so much!!
I have updated my trip report in my blog!
ask me if you have any query about phuket!
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I will be there for 4 days 3 nights.
There is actually 3 days to do things.
I plan to allocate 2 days for island and adventurous trip.
Another day for city tour. Can advice?

Because I've seen so many islands, phi phi, james bond, similan etc etc
Which one worth the visit?

The adventurous trip I mean is ride ATV, Elephant riding etc.

Thanks smile.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Mar 28 2013, 11:21 AM)
I will be there for 4 days 3 nights.
There is actually 3 days to do things.
I plan to allocate 2 days for island and adventurous trip.
Another day for city tour. Can advice?

Because I've seen so many islands, phi phi, james bond, similan etc etc
Which one worth the visit?

The adventurous trip I mean is ride ATV, Elephant riding etc.

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if you prefer a relaxing trip purely on snorkeling and swimming, i will strongly recommend you to skip the phi phi island and go to Coral island and Racha island (Raya island ) instead. (can do both in 1 day trip)
nothing much to do in phuket town so i personally advice you to go for a day trip around the phuket itself....visit few beaches like kata, karon, and up the hills to Promthep cape....breathtaking view (I missed the sunset thou, too bad!)
similan is good, not sure if now is the right season to go...u can check further...
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QUOTE(tiffany_sle @ Mar 29 2013, 10:55 AM)
if you prefer a relaxing trip purely on snorkeling and swimming, i will strongly recommend you to skip the phi phi island and go to Coral island and Racha island (Raya island ) instead. (can do both in 1 day trip)
nothing much to do in phuket town so i personally advice you to go for a day trip around the phuket itself....visit few beaches like kata, karon, and up the hills to Promthep cape....breathtaking view (I missed the sunset thou, too bad!)
similan is good, not sure if now is the right season to go...u can check further...
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I see, thanks.
What is at Phi Phi island that attracts tourist? Care to share? Thanks. smile.gif
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Im going to Phuket soon..any recommendation of which hotel to stay in Patong Beach..Thank You
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QUOTE(rohney @ Mar 30 2013, 07:43 PM)
Im going to Phuket soon..any recommendation of which hotel to stay in Patong Beach..Thank You
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How about close to Bangla Road? Huhuhu... Sand Inn Hotel biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(mnazrin91 @ Mar 28 2013, 03:12 AM)
Argh felt so bad that not going to phuket last month.
Spend 2night at ao nang and 2night at phiphi.
But phiphi beach party is so damn good.
Happen everyday.
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Want to ask from ao nang u go to phi phi or the other way around? U went with those day tours? Or? U move your luggage around? Which hotel you stay at phi ?

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QUOTE(rohney @ Mar 30 2013, 07:43 PM)
Im going to Phuket soon..any recommendation of which hotel to stay in Patong Beach..Thank You
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Budget?
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post Apr 1 2013, 07:31 PM

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Any agent recommend for tour package ?? Will be traveling to phuket middle of May.
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QUOTE(hamtaro98 @ Apr 1 2013, 07:31 PM)
Any agent recommend for tour package ?? Will be traveling to phuket middle of May.
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You're going for how many days? smile.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 1 2013, 08:13 PM)
You're going for how many days?  smile.gif
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4 days 3 night ! biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(hamtaro98 @ Apr 1 2013, 10:17 PM)
4 days 3 night !  biggrin.gif
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Haha, same here but this week I'm going there.
Actually I'm still deciding on what to do.

Arrival - Nightlife biggrin.gif
Probably first day - Island Tour (Still considering between alternatives)
Second day - Adventurous (Parasailing, water rafting & ATV) and Island Tour (if still have time).
Third Day - Free and Easy City Tour & Shopping.

Here's a link that I found, price are more expensive.
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html

Probably you can plan and bargain when you arrive.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 2 2013, 01:03 AM)
Haha, same here but this week I'm going there.
Actually I'm still deciding on what to do.

Arrival - Nightlife  biggrin.gif
Probably first day - Island Tour (Still considering between alternatives)
Second day - Adventurous (Parasailing, water rafting & ATV) and Island Tour (if still have time).
Third Day - Free and Easy City Tour & Shopping.

Here's a link that I found, price are more expensive.
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html

Probably you can plan and bargain when you arrive.
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Thanks bro, i will be arriving at early morning on first day so plan to look around and deciding package. Me and my friends just want relax and visit island only so no ATV, rafting etc.
day 2- phi phi island whole day + some show +shopping ?
day 3- Any nice island recommend ? James Bond Island seems boring+ night life
day 4-Still have half day before going to airport at night.

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I'll be visiting Phuket with my family. any activities recommended for a 3 yr old kid? any good food to recommend??.. thanks!!
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 2 2013, 01:03 AM)
Haha, same here but this week I'm going there.
Actually I'm still deciding on what to do.

Arrival - Nightlife  biggrin.gif
Probably first day - Island Tour (Still considering between alternatives)
Second day - Adventurous (Parasailing, water rafting & ATV) and Island Tour (if still have time).
Third Day - Free and Easy City Tour & Shopping.

Here's a link that I found, price are more expensive.
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html

Probably you can plan and bargain when you arrive.
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Thanks !
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.htmlthis is the cheapest package i can find. Any else ?

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QUOTE(hamtaro98 @ Apr 2 2013, 07:20 PM)
Thanks !
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.htmlthis is the cheapest package i can find. Any else ?
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These packages are more expensive than walk in rate and no bargain.
Heard you can always bargain. Lowest I've heard is 850 bath. biggrin.gif
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May I know what price considered cheap for phi phi package?.. Anyone kindly to guide me with a prince range? so I will know what is acceptable when negotiate..
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QUOTE(jackiewong @ Apr 3 2013, 11:52 AM)
May I know what price considered cheap for phi phi package?.. Anyone kindly to guide me with a prince range? so I will know what is acceptable when negotiate..
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1100 - 1300 per pax on average.
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just back from Phuket ystday.

got a good deal from a tour kiosk outside my guesthouse.

Fantasea with buffet dinner: THB1500 with transportation

Simon Cabaret: THB600 VIP with transportation

Racha & Coral Island: THB1000 with lunch and transportation

addon THB150 for transportation to Promthep Cape after Island hopping with a good driver to intro us to seaside seafood stall market and restaurant

city tour (kata & karon bay viewpoint, elephant / atv ride places (of cos need to pay if you want to play), big buddha, wat chalong and transport to airport (suppose can go cashew nut factory but we have not enuf time to rush to airport): THB300

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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 3 2013, 02:52 PM)
just back from Phuket ystday.

got a good deal from a tour kiosk outside my guesthouse.

Fantasea with buffet dinner: THB1500 with transportation

Simon Cabaret: THB600 VIP with transportation

Racha & Coral Island: THB1000 with lunch and transportation

addon THB150 for transportation to Promthep Cape after Island hopping with a good driver to intro us to seaside seafood stall market and restaurant

city tour (kata & karon bay viewpoint, elephant / atv ride places (of cos need to pay if you want to play), big buddha, wat chalong and transport to airport (suppose can go cashew nut factory but we have not enuf time to rush to airport): THB300
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Can u give me the rate for ATV?
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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 3 2013, 02:52 PM)
Racha & Coral Island: THB1000 with lunch and transportation
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How long is the tour and mind sharing the details of the operator? smile.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 3 2013, 01:24 PM)
1100 - 1300 per pax on average.
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the site you showing me only 900baht per pax.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 3 2013, 10:05 AM)
These packages are more expensive than walk in rate and no bargain.
Heard you can always bargain. Lowest I've heard is 850 bath.  biggrin.gif
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yuppp.. i prefer searching package there.. more cheaper, my last trip phi2 island by speedboat rm 95/pax thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(skyssz @ Apr 3 2013, 08:56 PM)
the site you showing me only 900baht per pax.
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Can u give me the rate for ATV?
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1000thb per pax.
If want a passenger at the back is addon thb700.

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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 3 2013, 08:22 PM)
Hi there,
How long is the tour and mind sharing the details of the operator?  smile.gif
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Tour is 8am til 4pm
Coral island spends 1hour can play banana boat, parasailing or undersea astronaut.. or jz swim around
Racha island had lunch n swim around Later on to 1 snorkelling site.

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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 4 2013, 12:01 AM)
Tour is 8am til 4pm
Coral island spends 1hour can play banana boat, parasailing or undersea astronaut.. or jz swim around
Racha island had lunch n swim around Later on to 1 snorkelling site.
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So any advise should i take the packages from here >?? http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html
Since is cheap 900 baht per pax only.

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Reached Phuket late evening today.

Paid 2900 bath for Similan island tour tomorrow and Phi Phi + James Bond + Monkey Beach + Mosquito island on Saturday.


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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 4 2013, 12:01 AM)
Tour is 8am til 4pm
Coral island spends 1hour can play banana boat, parasailing or undersea astronaut.. or jz swim around
Racha island had lunch n swim around Later on to 1 snorkelling site.
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So pay TBH1000 and all these included?the coral island i mean
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So pay TBH1000 and all these included?the coral island i mean
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Hi all forumers, need some help here..

is it recommended to travel to phuket in january?

Any hotels (RM150-200/night) to recommend and activity to do there (what are the price like during peak season)??

and what are the total budget expenses expected?

thanks for all your helps~

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able to book cheap ticket from AA for next year krabi trip... lolx.. and the trip will be around 8 days!! @@ plan to visit krabi for the 1st 3 days and then phuket for another 3 days, then 2 days leave for transportation... i have wrongly book for reurn ticket from krabi... i should have book arriving at krabi and back from phuket... sigh!


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QUOTE(alienhero90 @ Apr 7 2013, 11:15 AM)
Hi all forumers, need some help here..

is it recommended to travel to phuket in january?

Any hotels (RM150-200/night) to recommend and activity to do there (what are the price like during peak season)??

and what are the total budget expenses expected?

thanks for all your helps~
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For what to do activity, you can check here: http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/
Prices are not cheap, you can get better price when you enquire with the tours here.
For example, similan island tour is 2200 bath but I paid 1800 bath only including transfer from hotel.

Peak season is December and January. Heard from my tour operator at that time hard to find hotels and most of the time the tour to islands are crowded.
For hotels you can search via booking.com
Recommended to stay in Patong beach as this is where nightlife the most happening. Rent a motorbike for 200 bath per day or tuk tuk 200 bath one way.
But good food are hard to find in Patong, usually average and very expensive (especially seafood).

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Fantasea show buffer worth or not?
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QUOTE(coolboy85 @ Apr 8 2013, 03:23 PM)
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If you like theme park animal shows and cultural shows then it's worth it.
I gave it a pass.
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By the way for island tours, please bring swimming googles. Don't rent the flippers and don't take the snorkeling set.
Also if you're traveling with speedboat like below:

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Sit in the middle, don't sit at front and back. You'll thank me later. biggrin.gif

Also if you never use a flipper before, don't use it.
You'll be given seasick pill. Take two and keep one for returning journey just in case.

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i sat in front.... dun have sea sick problem but i got darker... hahahaha.. in front u can see the view and feel the breeze. tongue.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 8 2013, 01:45 PM)
For what to do activity, you can check here: http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/
Prices are not cheap, you can get better price when you enquire with the tours here.
For example, similan island tour is 2200 bath but I paid 1800 bath only including transfer from hotel.

Peak season is December and January. Heard from my tour operator at that time hard to find hotels and most of the time the tour to islands are crowded.
For hotels you can search via booking.com
Recommended to stay in Patong beach as this is where nightlife the most happening. Rent a motorbike for 200 bath per day or tuk tuk 200 bath one way.
But good food are hard to find in Patong, usually average and very expensive (especially seafood).
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 9 2013, 12:14 PM)
By the way for island tours, please bring swimming googles. Don't rent the flippers and don't take the snorkeling set.
Also if you're traveling with speedboat like below:

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Sit in the middle, don't sit at front and back. You'll thank me later.  biggrin.gif

Also if you never use a flipper before, don't use it.
You'll be given seasick pill. Take two and keep one for returning journey just in case.
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hi icehart, thanks for your reply and assist.

will it be too late if i book my hotel by this month or next month?? coz thought wanna see whether there will be any other promos such as groupons or matta fairs. was thinking to book with patong bay residence, not sure whether it will be a wise choice.

are the tour prices same even during peak season? as it will be oni 2 of us going for the trip.

dont reli know how to ride a bike, so i guess tuk tuk will do? =P
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QUOTE(alienhero90 @ Apr 9 2013, 06:21 PM)
hi icehart, thanks for your reply and assist.

will it be too late if i book my hotel by this month or next month?? coz thought wanna see whether there will be any other promos such as groupons or matta fairs. was thinking to book with patong bay residence, not sure whether it will be a wise choice.

are the tour prices same even during peak season? as it will be oni 2 of us going for the trip.

dont reli know how to ride a bike, so i guess tuk tuk will do? =P
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what is your hotel budget? biggrin.gif
tour prices, i'm not sure, never been to phuket during peak season
if u book hotel at the center of patong beach, walking is suffice. no need for tuk tuk and bike.
my hotel i stay at Silver Resortel. quite ok and a walking distance to nightlife, beach and various massage centers in front of our hotel. 7-eleven is a minute walk away.
the tour in front of Silver Resortel is operated by mr tom, who can speak mandarin. if u happen to stay there u can find him there. then u can ask for his suggestion. smile.gif

this my hotel: http://www.booking.com/hotel/th/silver-res...lability_target

a bit budgeted hotel la..haha dont expect 4-5 stars biggrin.gif

if u want more luxurious one is around 1k+ per night but guarantee satisfaction lo icon_rolleyes.gif

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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 9 2013, 03:22 PM)
i sat in front.... dun have sea sick problem but i got darker... hahahaha.. in front u can see the view and feel the breeze. tongue.gif
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Few of my friends got sunburn on the 3 hrs journey for go and back.
Similan island. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 9 2013, 08:26 PM)
what is your hotel budget?  biggrin.gif
tour prices, i'm not sure, never been to phuket during peak season
if u book hotel at the center of patong beach, walking is suffice. no need for tuk tuk and bike.
my hotel i stay at Silver Resortel. quite ok and a walking distance to nightlife, beach and various massage centers in front of our hotel. 7-eleven is a minute walk away.
the tour in front of Silver Resortel is operated by mr tom, who can speak mandarin. if u happen to stay there u can find him there. then u can ask for his suggestion.  smile.gif

this my hotel: http://www.booking.com/hotel/th/silver-res...lability_target

a bit budgeted hotel la..haha dont expect 4-5 stars  biggrin.gif

if u want more luxurious one is around 1k+ per night but guarantee satisfaction lo  icon_rolleyes.gif
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well, trying to make it as budget as possible, hence rm150-200/night is still acceptable. Prefer somewhere quiet, but still can reach to the main shopping streets within few minutes.

was actually looking at this:

http://www.booking.com/hotel/th/patong-bay...lability_target

but the distance with main streets looks kinda far. any comment on this?

also any forumers been to phuket during peak season ( dec15-jan 15)??
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 9 2013, 10:25 PM)
Few of my friends got sunburn on the 3 hrs journey for go and back.
Similan island.  biggrin.gif
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oh.. no wonder...

we went to racha & coral island.. so no need to be sun burned that long... lolololol...
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QUOTE(alienhero90 @ Apr 9 2013, 10:35 PM)
well, trying to make it as budget as possible, hence rm150-200/night is still acceptable. Prefer somewhere quiet, but still can reach to the main shopping streets within few minutes.

was actually looking at this:

http://www.booking.com/hotel/th/patong-bay...lability_target

but the distance with main streets looks kinda far. any comment on this?

also any forumers been to phuket during peak season ( dec15-jan 15)??
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You mean Patong bay Residence?
It's quite ok, just additional 5-10 minutes walk from my hotel.

QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 10 2013, 05:53 PM)
oh.. no wonder...

we went to racha & coral island.. so no need to be sun burned that long... lolololol...
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I heard Coral island is fantastic. Mind sharing experience?

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You mean Patong bay Residence?
It's quite ok, just additional 5-10 minutes walk from my hotel.
I heard Coral island is fantastic. Mind sharing experience?
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racha is way nicer than coral.

at coral no snorkelling. jz swim or lazy around or you can play banana boat or parasailing or the undersea walking. the time allocate for us there is only 1 hour. sad.gif

racha sea is clearer n not much ppl.
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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 11 2013, 11:18 AM)
racha is way nicer than coral.

at coral no snorkelling. jz swim or lazy around or you can play banana boat or parasailing or the undersea walking. the time allocate for us there is only 1 hour. sad.gif

racha sea is clearer n not much ppl.
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How long is the boat ride?
Somehow while Similan island is great, we regret going to the island due to the tremendous amount of time taken on transport.

Hotel (Patong beach) to Jetty already 1 hour+.
Boat ride 1 hour and 30 minutes.

They reward with snorkeling 1 hour only (on two islands).

Somehow not worth it. hmm.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 11 2013, 04:24 PM)
How long is the boat ride?
Somehow while Similan island is great, we regret going to the island due to the tremendous amount of time taken on transport.

Hotel (Patong beach) to Jetty already 1 hour+.
Boat ride 1 hour and 30 minutes.

They reward with snorkeling 1 hour only (on two islands).

Somehow not worth it.  hmm.gif
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patong to chalong bay i think around 30minutes

then from chalong bay to coral is nearer within 30minutes too.

coral to racha 40 minutes

i've done research that similan island need to stay over. and its not enuf time for me.
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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 12 2013, 01:45 PM)
patong to chalong bay i think around 30minutes

then from chalong bay to coral is nearer within 30minutes too.

coral to racha 40 minutes

i've done research that similan island need to stay over. and its not enuf time for me.
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Similan island stayover? You mean those 2D1N package?
I saw some offering also but lives in tent. Kind of creepy laugh.gif
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Similan island stayover? You mean those 2D1N package?
I saw some offering also but lives in tent. Kind of creepy  laugh.gif
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din really go thru what is offered at there..
jz know that going to similan is similar going to our redang / perhentian. need to stay over.
so how was similan snorkelling? can share some picture from there?
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QUOTE(jasperchai @ Apr 12 2013, 03:57 PM)
din really go thru what is offered at there..
jz know that going to similan is similar going to our redang / perhentian. need to stay over.
so how was similan snorkelling? can share some picture from there?
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Didn't actually take any pictures whens snorkeling but it was awesome.
The coral reefs are lively and a lot of Nemo fishes. thumbup.gif

Snorkeling could have been longer. drool.gif
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Going to phuket tomorrow.. 6D5N!

Gonna stay in Phi Phi Don 4D3N and 2d2n in Patong.

I wonder what to do in Patong for 2D 2N. Overbooked my stay and now dont know what to do.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 10 2013, 06:09 PM)
You mean Patong bay Residence?
It's quite ok, just additional 5-10 minutes walk from my hotel.
I heard Coral island is fantastic. Mind sharing experience?
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hi icehart,

was checking out silver resortel, their main website there's a best available rate.

seems to be cheaper compared to book from agoda, booking.com or other sites.

is it trustable and reliable?

and what room would u recommend?

thanks.

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QUOTE(alienhero90 @ Apr 13 2013, 11:19 PM)
hi icehart,

was checking out silver resortel, their main website there's a best available rate.

seems to be cheaper compared to book from agoda, booking.com or other sites.

is it trustable and reliable?

and what room would u recommend?

thanks.
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Yes. I booked the deluxe room with them via their website. Well if you're curious you can always email them for more info.
Just don't book the mini standard room.

Wireless can be pretty shitty but it's free so it's okay.
It's about 2 minutes walk to 7 eleven which can be pretty convenient.
Around 45 minutes from Airport to the Hotel. Have the hotel address written so you can show the taxi driver. Not all taxi driver knows where the hotel is. smile.gif

And oh, don't forget the Thai electrical plug. I wasted some money to buy travel charger. This the thai plug there:

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Anything you want to know about the hotel you can ask me. smile.gif


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QUOTE(imran85 @ Apr 13 2013, 12:13 PM)
Going to phuket tomorrow.. 6D5N!

Gonna stay in Phi Phi Don 4D3N and 2d2n in Patong.

I wonder what to do in Patong for 2D 2N. Overbooked my stay and now dont know what to do.
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For Patong, 1 day is usually enough.
You can have a good rest for half day from morning till noon.
Activity starts from late evening to nightlife. Evening around 4pm you can drop by Patong beach for beach activities (banana boat - jet ski - para sailing) and have dinner at the restaurant by the beach.
Then head to bangla road for massage and enjoy nightlife. or if u wan seafood dinner also can, nearby bangla road. there also got one shopping mall but close at 10pm.

the next 1 day i will probably drive out to town for atv or go kart / souvenir and night time visit the night market (quite big) biggrin.gif

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i'm going there tomorrow.. last day of songkran huh? dono whether it's still happening anot.. sad.gif

i'd booked 2nights @ Sea Pearl Villa Resort and 1 night @ Kalima Resort & Spa..

it's actually my 3rd visit to Phuket, but that was 2-3yrs back when I just follow my friend there, tis time, I go myself with my gf..

1st day if the songkran festival is still on, will enjoy my 1st day at around patong town by renting a bike.. it's still 200b/day?

read thru the thread, saw that Similan tour is a must huh, so I put it on my 2nd day itinerary..

and the ATV will be in my 3rd day itinerary if there's no island tour that attract me, i think Phi Phi is a no no trip for me, cos I went there twice and get disappointed with the cleanliness and crowd, really not worth it.. but my gal never been there,only will go if there's no other tour.. is the white water rafting fun?? guys, pls advice????

4th day I guess will sleep til +-11am?? last min shoppping or??? haha.. flight at 1pm
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Just back from songkran at Patong, really really Awesome!! Huhuhu biggrin.gif

Airport transfer:
taxi 850 baht - last year 650 baht
Van 180 baht per head - need to wait van full

Food:
Lobster 1kg 1800 baht - last year 1200 baht

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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Apr 15 2013, 02:07 AM)
Just back from songkran at Patong, really really Awesome!! Huhuhu biggrin.gif

Airport transfer:
taxi 850 baht - last year 650 baht
Van 180 baht per head - need to wait van full

Food:
Lobster 1kg 1800 baht - last year 1200 baht
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Is it cos of songkran? Normally only 600b per taxi right?

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Is it cos of songkran? Normally only 600b per taxi right?
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I dont know..last year i come same date this year, 10 april..
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Resting at the hotel now, waiting for the similan tour tomolo, pick up at 6am, gonna miss the breakfast which start at 630am.. Zzz..
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QUOTE(calvin_swk @ Apr 15 2013, 01:01 AM)
1st day if the songkran festival is still on, will enjoy my 1st day at around patong town by renting a bike.. it's still 200b/day?

read thru the thread, saw that Similan tour is a must huh, so I put it on my 2nd day itinerary..

and the ATV will be in my 3rd day itinerary if there's no island tour that attract me, i think Phi Phi is a no no trip for me, cos I went there twice and get disappointed with the cleanliness and crowd, really not worth it.. but my gal never been there,only will go if there's no other tour.. is the white water rafting fun?? guys, pls advice????

4th day I guess will sleep til +-11am?? last min shoppping or??? haha.. flight at 1pm
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They will give rate at 250 bath to 300 bath (not sure if Songkran will affect) but try to bargain to 200 bath. I got mine for 200 bath, slashed from 300 bath per day.
Member of my group somehow tell me Phi Phi island more worth than Similan island, at least the boat transfer is short. biggrin.gif

Flight at 1pm can ask tour to bring you go shop for souvenirs on the way to airport. Can start around 9am. biggrin.gif


QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Apr 15 2013, 02:07 AM)
Just back from songkran at Patong, really really Awesome!! Huhuhu biggrin.gif

Airport transfer:
taxi 850 baht - last year 650 baht
Van 180 baht per head - need to wait van full

Food:
Lobster 1kg 1800 baht - last year 1200 baht
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Woah so expensive already? I was there early this month and airport transfer is 800 bath per taxi (Altis).
Van price still the same, 180 bath per pax. biggrin.gif
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Resting at the hotel now, waiting for the similan tour tomolo, pick up at 6am, gonna miss the breakfast which start at 630am.. Zzz..
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Where is the night market on Phuket ? Is that the one behind jugelyon shopping mall ?
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I'm going to Phuket this weekend! Since Patong can parasail as well, should i go Coral Island for the Sea-Walking and then Raya Island or should i just spend whole day at Raya Island?
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Where is the night market on Phuket ? Is that the one behind jugelyon shopping mall ?
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Yes, but is good for shopping fashion items.
Food can try and they have Halal food seller. Also exotic food like cockroach, grasshopper. laugh.gif
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QUOTE(aLaStIaR @ Apr 17 2013, 12:00 PM)
I'm going to Phuket this weekend! Since Patong can parasail as well, should i go Coral Island for the Sea-Walking and then Raya Island or should i just spend whole day at Raya Island?
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Patong's beach water now quite blurry / dirty. Sure want to Parasail there? laugh.gif

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hahaha.. thanks Icehart.. guess i'll go Coral island to Parasail and Raya island to relax.. smile.gif
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Hi all, just got back from Phuket..

took 2 packages, Similan and Raya.. end up, RAINING!!!
Similan tour was terrible, thunderstorm, end up doing nothing but spending lots of time on boat.. heard that it was closed starting 17/4 until Nov..

Raya tour on the 3rd day, weather was not good though, but the journey was much much shorter than the Similan...

transfer 180baths from airport by Toyota Hiace.. comfortable and fast..

transfer 800 baths from hotel to airport by Chevrolet AWD..
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QUOTE(calvin_swk @ Apr 18 2013, 05:31 PM)
Hi all, just got back from Phuket..

took 2 packages, Similan and Raya.. end up, RAINING!!!
Similan tour was terrible, thunderstorm, end up doing nothing but spending lots of time on boat.. heard that it was closed starting 17/4 until Nov..

Raya tour on the 3rd day, weather was not good though, but the journey was much much shorter than the Similan...

transfer 180baths from airport by Toyota Hiace.. comfortable and fast..

transfer 800 baths from hotel to airport by Chevrolet AWD..
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Ah, I can't imagine how terrible it would be if it end up raining on Similan tour. Probably wasted one whole day there sitting on the boat. rclxub.gif
Did you went up to the lookout point? The view is a must for all Similan tourists.

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Guys, going to Phuket on Wednesday. Is it better to change our money there or change it here ? If better to change here, can recommend a good money changer ?
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Just came back from Phuket last nite...

Stayed at Phi Phi Don for 4d3n and Patong for 3d2n...

Phi Phi Don is somewhat of a 5 Star Slum area... dont expect too much but you may be surprised. Lots of wifi spots there and almost all the shops you eat will have wifi..

Weather started to get bad on Tuesday and Wednesday. I was diving and it wasnt fun trying to get back on to the boat...

On Wednesday I took the ferry to Phuket and the waves were horrible.. A huge 3-4 storey ferry was tossed around like nothing... My original plan was to take a Phi Phi tour the next day from Patong was abandoned.. a few tour shops I visited also advised against it...

Not much to do in Patong unless you like to visit go go bars and drink. But very calm and relaxing during the day.. Watched a movie in a cinema... That was an interesting experience hehehe.
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Hi guys, wondering if anyone knows about renting a pocket wifi egg in Phuket? Tried checking on google but failed to find any. Only saw some 3G prepaid cards but I worry that the card can't be used on my iPad without a sim cutter. Any ideas?
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Guys, going to Phuket on Wednesday. Is it better to change our money there or change it here ? If better to change here, can recommend a good money changer ?
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It would be better to change it here, last month went there the is like rm10-90baht only...although is cheaper compare to change it in air port..
I think my fren only got 85baht or less...crazy rclxub.gif
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Hi guys, wondering if anyone knows about renting a pocket wifi egg in Phuket? Tried checking on google but failed to find any. Only saw some 3G prepaid cards but I worry that the card can't be used on my iPad without a sim cutter. Any ideas?
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why don't u try this? http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...43&hl=visondata used the service, speed is quite fine, and
can connect up 2 5 devices! legit, can give it a try.. thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(ben_ang @ Apr 20 2013, 11:05 PM)
It would be better to change it here, last month went there the is like rm10-90baht only...although is cheaper compare to change it in air port..
I think my fren only got 85baht or less...crazy  rclxub.gif

why don't u try this? http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...43&hl=visondata used the service, speed is quite fine, and
can connect up 2 5 devices! legit, can give it a try.. thumbup.gif
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Thanks for the info dude. Appreciate much!
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QUOTE(imran85 @ Apr 20 2013, 04:10 PM)
Just came back from Phuket last nite...

Weather started to get bad on Tuesday and Wednesday. I was diving and it wasnt fun trying to get back on to the boat...

On Wednesday I took the ferry to Phuket and the waves were horrible..  A huge 3-4 storey ferry was tossed around like nothing... My original plan was to take a Phi Phi tour the next day from Patong was abandoned.. a few tour shops I visited also advised against it...

Not much to do in Patong unless you like to visit go go bars and drink. But very calm and relaxing during the day.. Watched a movie in a cinema... That was an interesting experience hehehe.
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I was there on 16-19. Booked Phi Phi Island tour for 17. Fortunately they canceled the tour due to weather and postponed till 18. Glad on 18th was good weather and calm wave.
Agreed that Patong has got nothing to offer except nightlife. Went to Karon beach where seem to be more relaxing place to stay.

Rent a car from Nine car rent. 1000 Bath a day for brand new 2 month old Vios.
Credit card as deposit required. They used old fashion method to swipe your card number on a piece of paper. They will return you the credit card paper if there is nothing wrong with the car.
Photocopy of Passport and driving license are required.
Pump Ron91 petrol for 35.2 bath. Drove 310km = 900bath of petrol.
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QUOTE(honkit @ Apr 23 2013, 08:58 PM)
I was there on 16-19. Booked Phi Phi Island tour for 17. Fortunately they canceled the tour due to weather and postponed till 18. Glad on 18th was good weather and calm wave.
Agreed that Patong has got nothing to offer except nightlife. Went to Karon beach where seem to be more relaxing place to stay.

Rent a car from Nine car rent. 1000 Bath a day for brand new 2 month old Vios.
Credit card as deposit required. They used old fashion method to swipe your card number on  a piece of paper. They will return you the credit card paper if there is nothing wrong with the car.
Photocopy of Passport and driving license are required.
Pump Ron91 petrol for 35.2 bath. Drove 310km = 900bath of petrol.
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Hmm where did you travel to for 310km?
I might be back for a second trip soon. biggrin.gif
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Hmm where did you travel to for 310km?
I might be back for a second trip soon.  biggrin.gif
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Patong - Kata - Karon - Promthep Cape - Phuket Town - Patong.

Patong- Phanga province - Phuket Town - Patong.

Patong - Airport

Thats about 300 km already.


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what do u thnk driving in phuket? its quite scary the rd is small, so many bikes around..and their driving.. not rude.. but scary..

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QUOTE(honkit @ Apr 25 2013, 10:17 AM)
Patong - Kata - Karon - Promthep Cape - Phuket Town - Patong.

Patong- Phanga province - Phuket Town - Patong.

Patong - Airport

Thats about 300 km already.
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QUOTE(ben_ang @ Apr 25 2013, 11:32 AM)
what do u thnk driving in phuket? its quite scary the rd is small, so many bikes around..and their driving.. not rude.. but scary..
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I find that driving in Phuket very relaxing. Smooth road.No holes unlike our road in Malaysia.
I did not experience any harsh driving by them. But their driving is kinda slow. Tend to hog the right land on highway. I think we KL drivers are more scarier than them. Driving around Patong needs to be more careful as many foreigners riding bike. And it may be their first time riding. So just becareful.
Other than that, its fine. Drove there twice already.

QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 25 2013, 03:12 PM)
The price paid is it cover any insurance charges?
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There is insurance covered. Anything happen just need to pay max THB1000 . They called this excess.
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QUOTE(ben_ang @ Apr 25 2013, 11:32 AM)
what do u thnk driving in phuket? its quite scary the rd is small, so many bikes around..and their driving.. not rude.. but scary..
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rent a bike there easier.

Easy to park & maneuver around
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QUOTE(ghoss @ May 2 2013, 03:59 PM)
rent a bike there easier.

Easy to park & maneuver around
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i...i..i... nv driven a bike b4..  rclxub.gif
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sweat.gif actually all scooter one , should be easy laugh.gif
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hahaha, i thought so..  rclxms.gif maybe can giv it a try next time
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If involved in an accident, very troublesome.
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Hi All,

Just came back from Phuket, my trip was on 27th to 30th April 2013. Just to share some of my trip expenses.

1. Stay at Aspery Hotel, Patong ( Booking at Agoda ) 3 Night = RM4XX
2. Flight Ticket Air Asia for two person ( Booking done in January 2013 ) = RM8XX
3. Hotel/Airport Transfer Minivan - THB180/person
4. Phi Phi Island Package - THB1100/person
5. Siam Niramit ( Include Dinner ) THB1500/person
6. Motorcycle rental ( Honda Click PGM-Fi Condition New unit ) - THB300/day
7. Topup gasoline when returning motorcyle - THB100 (expensive fuel in Thailand)
8. Meals ( Kusuma Seafood, Saveena Halal Food, Street Food at Patong Area, Banana Pancake etc ) +- THB2500 for whole trip.
9. Souvenier ( T-Shirt THB100, Small handbag THB150/3pcs)
10. Oil massage THB400/person ( 1 hour session )

For muslim tourist, you can find halal restaurant near the Patong Mosque ( I forget the name), if you rent motorcyle, it is advisable to ride to 'Ban Kalim Public Health Office' area as there are several hawker selling halal food.

Can't wait to go back to Phuket as I think there much more to do there smile.gif
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Hai, guys. My friends and I are going to Phuket from 21st May to 24th May.
I have several questions:

1. It is the low season, will it be raining whole day, or just a few hours a day? How bad will the weather be?

2. We will be staying at Poppa Palace, Patong. Has anyone stayed at the hotel before? How was it?

3. I am really into snorkeling? Which beach in Phuket has clear water, fair fishes and corals to discover?

4. Any good buffet recommended?

5. We will be going for an island tour for one day. There are few options on our mind: Phi Phi, Coral, Racha. Which is the best for snorkeling? Distance?
(We were gonna book for Phi Phi trip, but my friend said that snorkeling in Phi Phi is not good because the water has many garbage and little marine life. Redang is even better, they said. Is that true?)

I am looking forward to your reply, thank you! biggrin.gif




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Hello smile.gif

i would like to know if anyone of you booked your trip with JC Tour before ? http://www.jctour-phuket.com/index.php
i'm not sure whether the price is reasonable compare with other agents in Phuket . Need suggestion from you guys smile.gif
Any of you did Hong canoeing trip & surin/Koh tachai island trip ? how was it ? biggrin.gif

PP Island + Maya Bay + Khai Island (1,700 Baht/person )
Surin (3,300 Baht/person ) or Koh Tachai island ( 3,200 Baht/person )
Hong by Starlight Canoeing Trip ( 3,950 Baht/Adult )
Khaolak Bamboo Rafting ( 2,100 Baht/person )
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hi,i currently at phuket right now,i will go back to malaysia on thursday.i want to ask, if i use the train to go back home from hatyai,is there any bag scan check (the one like airport)?

and do the kastam check all the passanger bag?

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QUOTE(MessiLim @ May 4 2013, 03:24 AM)
Hai, guys. My friends and I are going to Phuket from 21st May to 24th May.
I have several questions:

1. It is the low season, will it be raining whole day, or just a few hours a day? How bad will the weather be?

2. We will be staying at Poppa Palace, Patong. Has anyone stayed at the hotel before? How was it?

3. I am really into snorkeling? Which beach in Phuket has clear water, fair fishes and corals to discover?

4. Any good buffet recommended?

5. We will be going for an island tour for one day. There are few options on our mind: Phi Phi, Coral, Racha. Which is the best for snorkeling? Distance?
(We were gonna book for Phi Phi trip, but my friend said that snorkeling in Phi Phi is not good because the water has many garbage and little marine life. Redang is even better, they said. Is that true?)

I am looking forward to your reply, thank you!  biggrin.gif
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If you are into Snorkeling then I have to recommend Similan island. However, the whole journey is a bit exhausting considering you have to spend 5 hours for transport to jetty and then boat to island. If I were you I'll just take those offshore snorkeling trips instead of island trip (island trip to Similan can be pretty boring, but snorkeling is damn fun and nice)
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QUOTE(h0neey @ May 4 2013, 07:55 PM)
Hello smile.gif

i would like to know if anyone of you booked your trip with JC Tour before ? http://www.jctour-phuket.com/index.php
i'm not sure whether the price is reasonable compare with other agents in Phuket . Need suggestion from you guys smile.gif
Any of you did Hong canoeing trip & surin/Koh tachai island trip ? how was it ? biggrin.gif

PP Island + Maya Bay + Khai Island (1,700 Baht/person )
Surin (3,300 Baht/person ) or Koh Tachai island ( 3,200 Baht/person )
Hong by Starlight Canoeing Trip ( 3,950 Baht/Adult )
Khaolak Bamboo Rafting ( 2,100 Baht/person )
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I think it's better to go there and bargain with tour operators. There are aplenty operating there.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ May 8 2013, 08:03 PM)
If you are into Snorkeling then I have to recommend Similan island. However, the whole journey is a bit exhausting considering you have to spend 5 hours for transport to jetty and then boat to island. If I were you I'll just take those offshore snorkeling trips instead of island trip (island trip to Similan can be pretty boring, but snorkeling is damn fun and nice)
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How about Phi Phi island tour? How's the snorkeling there during low season?

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How about Phi Phi island tour? How's the snorkeling there during low season?
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Still okay, but not as good as Similan.
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[quote=Icehart,May 8 2013, 09:26 PM]
Still okay, but not as good as Similan.
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Where's the best spot for snorkeling in Phi Phi? Maya Bay? Phi Phi Ley?
How's the coral there in Phi Phi? Colorful? Healthy?
What marine life can we expect there? Clown fish? Sea turtle?

You mentioned about shore snorkeling. Which beach in Phuket is best for snorkeling?
Is shore diving available in Phuket?

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Hi all, got so much info from this thread and is my time to pay and contribute some personal experience and info since im back from Phuket. hope this helps.

Was in Phuket for 4 days 3 nights. got free stay at Marriot vacation club in Mai Khao beach area. Was a little too far. but since is free, so no complaint. I will prefer to stay in kata beach area for my next visit. Not quite like patong. Massage was not authentic, food is overpriced, and crowded with tourist as well. Experience night life in patong will be nice if u are into it and a visit to Hard rock is a bonus for Patong area.

Rented a car from Mr. Booncherd. Will highly recommend him for car rent as he is a easy going person. Rented from 12noon on 1st may and return 4th may 8pm cost 3500 bath for a new vios. you may have a look at : http://www.phuketthaicarrent.com/contact.htm .

food wise : I like Phuket town as theres lot of authentic thai food and more locals. had dinner at the hawker road side near robinson and ocean shopping plaza nice and cheap. Had tom yum soup, fried grouper fish with lemongrass sauce, fried calamari, stir fried vege, steam lala, fried pork with garlic and one big chang beer only less than 900 bath, while in patong we eat abt the same dishes plus a mango sticky rice is cost abt 1200bath.

for massage comparison : Try Shino spa / kims for massage at only 250 bath. more professional, quiet and relaxing. Tried thai massage at patong at 300 bath, not authentic and only 45 mins. gals keep talking and laughing with each other while massage. room was dark and mosquito here and there. not hygiene at all.

Not manage to go for island hopping as is rainy days while we there. so we went paradise beach as recommended by other forumers. Not far from patong and please becareful as the road to the island is quite steep and narrow. rainy seasons road might a bit too wet. so drive carefully. paid 100 bath for entrance to the beach plus parking and a sun bed. rental of snorkelling kit is 150 bath plus deposit of 500 bath. too sad, nothing much can be seen for snorkelling but a good place for relaxing as not crowded like other beach if u like more privacy.

Shopping: Expo market in Phuket town is a good place for clothes /souvenir shopping. Big C and Tesco for cheapest groceries. both can be seen almost anywhere in Phuket. jungceylon in patong is big but nothing much to shop. a coffee at the central of mall is quite relax though. If you are there for weekend, do check out Phuket weekend market in Phuket town as well. open from 4pm till late as there have variety of foods like our local pasar malam. The famous hand made ice cream found there too. Too bad not manage to stay there any longer as we need to rush to airport by 8pm.

Overall spending in 350 SGD (not including air fare).

thanks for reading and Sorry no photo attached as the photos still in my camera. smile.gif
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QUOTE(MessiLim @ May 8 2013, 09:41 PM)
Where's the best spot for snorkeling in Phi Phi? Maya Bay? Phi Phi Ley?
How's the coral there in Phi Phi? Colorful? Healthy?
What marine life can we expect there? Clown fish? Sea turtle?

You mentioned about shore snorkeling. Which beach in Phuket is best for snorkeling?
Is shore diving available in Phuket?

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Offshore snorkeling - where you ride a boat specialized for snorkeling / scuba diving only, no island trip. biggrin.gif
As for Phi Phi overall still okay but not as clear and less fish compared to Similan. Also Phi Phi tend to be very crowded even during low season.
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Hihi smile.gif , will go to Phuket for honeymoon next week...wanna ask that:-

i) Should i exchange the money in Malaysia or better to change it in Phuket?
ii) Will be charge airport tax or not? How much is it?
iii) If we want to rent a transport to move around, which option is better? Car or motorbike? Any recommendation for renting service with best price?

Thanks^^
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QUOTE(Babedorr @ May 15 2013, 09:57 AM)
Hihi smile.gif , will go to Phuket for honeymoon next week...wanna ask that:-

i) Should i exchange the money in Malaysia or better to change it in Phuket?
ii) Will be charge airport tax or not? How much is it?
iii) If we want to rent a transport to move around, which option is better? Car or motorbike? Any recommendation for renting service with best price?

Thanks^^
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You should exchange in Malaysia la, save the hassle. I've seen very bad rate, some better rate (1 out of 15, 2 cents above Mid Valley rate) while the rest similar or comparable. So unless you're exchanging like 20k and above, the savings is not much. Better concentrate on your trip than worrying about exchanging your money.

I travel with AirAsia, not sure about airport tax but did not fork out any money for airport tax unlike Bali. I think AirAsia has included them in the cost.

As for transport depending on your trip itinerary whether you will be concentrated on Patong or you would prefer to travel to Phuket town or the outskirt luxury hotels. Short trips you can travel with motorbike but for longer trip car renting is recommended. Car renting you can enquire with hotels, average cost of motorbike is 250b+- (200-300) and car renting for Vios or City is 1200b.
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QUOTE(Babedorr @ May 15 2013, 09:57 AM)
Hihi smile.gif , will go to Phuket for honeymoon next week...wanna ask that:-

i) Should i exchange the money in Malaysia or better to change it in Phuket?
ii) Will be charge airport tax or not? How much is it?
iii) If we want to rent a transport to move around, which option is better? Car or motorbike? Any recommendation for renting service with best price?

Thanks^^
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All airline depart and arriving HKT already have all inclusive. So no tax.
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hello, anyone been to Similan Island? biggrin.gif
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hello, anyone been to Similan Island? biggrin.gif
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Yes, anything specific you want to know?
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Yes, anything specific you want to know?
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yea..is there anything special there? for relax or more to snorkelling and diving?

there're certain months that we cant go to that island, is that true?
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yea..is there anything special there? for relax or more to snorkelling and diving?

there're certain months that we cant go to that island, is that true?
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I think it's more of both relaxing and snorkeling.
Similan islands usually "open" until the Songkran festival only.
But some will continue to bring tourists after May, usually for greedy operators.

Weather can be good sometime but most of the time it's pretty rough with a lot of rain during the SW monsoon season.

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QUOTE(Icehart @ May 22 2013, 11:14 PM)
I think it's more of both relaxing and snorkeling.
Similan islands usually "open" until the Songkran festival only.
But some will continue to bring tourists after May, usually for greedy operators.

Weather can be good sometime but most of the time it's pretty rough with a lot of rain during the SW monsoon season.
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does similan island have accomodation or its just the beach only?
i will be going to phuket again this june, never been to similan though...what other islands do u recommend? biggrin.gif
its long speedboat journey to reach there, bout 3 hours, correct?
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QUOTE(cynnz @ May 22 2013, 11:34 PM)
does similan island have accomodation or its just the beach only?
i will be going to phuket again this june, never been to similan though...what other islands do u recommend?  biggrin.gif
its long speedboat journey to reach there, bout 3 hours, correct?
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As far as I know, tents and bungalows are available for rent. But nothing much to do on the island unless you plan on diving.
It's 1 hour and 45 minutes per way. That's from the jetty to the island. Not sure where you plan to stay, so do include the traveling time from hotel to jetty as well.
It can be quite exhausting.

What other island..hmm..so far I've been only to Phi Phi and Similan. Will be back to Phuket soon. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(Icehart @ May 23 2013, 01:13 AM)
As far as I know, tents and bungalows are available for rent. But nothing much to do on the island unless you plan on diving.
It's 1 hour and 45 minutes per way. That's from the jetty to the island. Not sure where you plan to stay, so do include the traveling time from hotel to jetty as well.
It can be quite exhausting.

What other island..hmm..so far I've been only to Phi Phi and Similan. Will be back to Phuket soon.  biggrin.gif
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hmm ok then maybe i will skip similan this time..perhaps to go there after i get my padi license biggrin.gif

ya so far i have only been to phuket and phiphi..maybe this trip will go hop around all the small islands around phuket & phiphi... my next trip will be 1 week...so gotta really plan where to go daily, i will only be in phuket on the 1st day, 2nd day will go to phiphi & from phiphi i plan to hop around all the small islands biggrin.gif have not been to krabi before too..
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anybody going to Phuket in near future? need something at Hard Rock Cafe
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News for those visiting Phuket :

http://www.phuketgazette.net/phuket_news/2...erry-21177.html

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PHUKET: More than 100 people were rescued from a tourist boat that started sinking while returning from Phi Phi Island to Phuket this afternoon after being damaged by big waves.

No injuries were reported.

The ferry, Puean Foong II, was near Chicken Island (Koh Kai), about 15 nautical


miles from Phuket, when it took on water, said Phuket Marine Police Inspector Chatchai Sakdee.

“When we received the report at 4:10 this afternoon, we sent a Marine Police vessel to rescue everyone,” Col Chatchai said.

However, by the time the Marine Police boat arrived, the passengers and crew had been picked up by another tour boat, the Pichamon, which was traveling from Phuket to Phi Phi. The crew saw the ferry in trouble and stopped to help.

“Pieces of the floor came flying off,” one of the rescued passengers, wet and still wearing his lifejacket on board the Pichamon, reported.

“Water was gushing in, and we realized, ‘get some life jackets’,” he said.

The Pichamon continued on to Phi Phi with the rescued passengers and was expected to arrive at 7:30pm this evening.


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I will go phuket on 15 - 17 June 2013, my friend also ask me to buy shirt at Hard Rock.. U want i buy for u?

Btw, i will go by train & bus. Back from phuket, will stop at krabi for 2 nights, than going back to KL by train... Anyone want join road trip with me smile.gif
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 4 2013, 08:29 PM)
I will go phuket on 15 - 17 June 2013, my friend also ask me to buy shirt at Hard Rock.. U want i buy for u?

Btw, i will go by train & bus. Back from phuket, will stop at krabi for 2 nights, than going back to KL by train... Anyone want join road trip with me smile.gif
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wahhhhh how long is the train journey from krabi to kl?? rclxub.gif
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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 4 2013, 08:38 PM)
wahhhhh how long is the train journey from krabi to kl??  rclxub.gif
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From krabi will take bus to hat yai, around 5 hours. Than take train (14 hours) or bus (8 hours) to KL.

Enjoy the journey. 6 years i've travel by flight smile.gif
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hi all, will be going Phuket from 5D 4N, plan to visit krabi one of the day. Any recommendation, prefer to visit a good scenic island with clear sea water, water activities as well, night market, shopping area, taste local foods.
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QUOTE(Heinz @ Jun 4 2013, 10:23 PM)
hi all, will be going Phuket from 5D 4N, plan to visit krabi one of the day. Any recommendation, prefer to visit a good scenic island with clear sea water, water activities as well, night market, shopping area, taste local foods.
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Krabi, u stay at Ao Nang. Take "4 Island Tour" or "Hong Island Tour" thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ May 29 2013, 01:45 PM)
wahh, june wave also so strong already. me and my friend going on september. out of the 30 days of that september, usually how many days will rain (estimate)? now i'm very worry. sigh.
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Krabi, u stay at Ao Nang. Take "4 Island Tour" or "Hong Island Tour"  thumbup.gif
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Hi there, thanks for the suggestion thumbup.gif . Is it possible to complete the tour half a day because i will be heading back to Phuket after island hopping. Which mean i wont be staying at Krabi, it is just visting. Would we have enough time for it??
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is early of July suitable to go? I heard it is raining season! blink.gif
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 4 2013, 09:09 PM)
From krabi will take bus to hat yai, around 5 hours. Than take train (14 hours) or bus (8 hours) to KL.

Enjoy the journey. 6 years i've travel by flight smile.gif
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i'm going to Phuket this 17th,.. planning to rent a car for us to travel around,.... anyone has any idea where is the best deal for CAR rental?

should i get it at airport?

DAY1 - arrival
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DAY3 - Drive around
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or others which i can return to them on second day? thanks everyone

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QUOTE(MooMoointown @ Jun 7 2013, 09:48 PM)
i'm going to Phuket this 17th,.. planning to rent a car for us to travel around,.... anyone has any idea where is the best deal for CAR rental?

should i get it at airport?

DAY1 - arrival
DAY2 - Island hopping
DAY3 - Drive around
DAY4 - Depart.

or others which i can return to them on second day? thanks everyone
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hi , i rent from this agent during my trip last month. easy going boss u can visit his website http://www.phuketthaicarrent.com/contact.htm . and ask for his best deal.
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 4 2013, 09:09 PM)
From krabi will take bus to hat yai, around 5 hours. Than take train (14 hours) or bus (8 hours) to KL.

Enjoy the journey. 6 years i've travel by flight smile.gif
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wow, bus to hat yai 5 hours, then from hatyai to krabi by what and how long is the journey?

QUOTE(elice @ Jun 7 2013, 03:31 PM)
is early of July suitable to go? I heard it is raining season!  blink.gif
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i was there last year early july for 6 days, only rains for 2 days, and its for like less than 1 hour smile.gif

going there next week again rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(Heinz @ Jun 7 2013, 10:46 AM)
Hi there, thanks for the suggestion  thumbup.gif . Is it possible to complete the tour half a day because i will be heading back to Phuket after island hopping. Which mean i wont be staying at Krabi, it is just visting. Would we have enough time for it??
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If 4 island tour i think yes, not sure for hong island tour.. Btw, u from phuket going to krabi? By what?
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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 9 2013, 12:24 AM)
wow, bus to hat yai 5 hours, then from hatyai to krabi by what and how long is the journey?
i was there last year early july for 6 days, only rains for 2 days, and its for like less than 1 hour smile.gif

going there next week again rclxms.gif
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actually im going krabi not from hatyai. from phuket smile.gif
KL - Hatyai - Phuket - Krabi - Hatyai - KL

oh u going krabi too, by flight? what date?

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hye peeps, im taking on a cruise Superstar Virgo and one of my destination will be in Phuket. I knw that it will stopped at Deepsea Port (Ao Makham). Im planning for an elephant ride .....any suggestion or recommendation??my concern will be the distance from the port.
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 9 2013, 10:47 PM)
actually im going krabi not from hatyai. from phuket smile.gif
KL - Hatyai - Phuket - Krabi - Hatyai - KL

oh u going krabi too, by flight? what date?
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wow, so its KL - Hatyai , by bus? then the rest? interested to know more hehe..

im going phuket this sunday for a week, this will be my 4th time to phuket but feel that i have yet to explore many places..any recommendation of nice island to stay & relax? i will be at patong for first 2 days, then go to phiphi maybe stay for 1-2 nights..and no plan yet hehe...any good reco? biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(fiolsn @ Jun 8 2013, 02:00 PM)
hi , i rent from this agent during my trip last month. easy going boss u can visit his website http://www.phuketthaicarrent.com/contact.htm . and ask for his best deal.
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QUOTE(imran85 @ Apr 13 2013, 12:13 PM)
Going to phuket tomorrow.. 6D5N!

Gonna stay in Phi Phi Don 4D3N and 2d2n in Patong.

I wonder what to do in Patong for 2D 2N. Overbooked my stay and now dont know what to do.
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Just came back from Phuket last nite...

Stayed at Phi Phi Don for 4d3n and Patong for 3d2n...

Phi Phi Don is somewhat of a 5 Star Slum area... dont expect too much but you may be surprised. Lots of wifi spots there and almost all the shops you eat will have wifi..

Weather started to get bad on Tuesday and Wednesday. I was diving and it wasnt fun trying to get back on to the boat...

On Wednesday I took the ferry to Phuket and the waves were horrible..  A huge 3-4 storey ferry was tossed around like nothing... My original plan was to take a Phi Phi tour the next day from Patong was abandoned.. a few tour shops I visited also advised against it...

Not much to do in Patong unless you like to visit go go bars and drink. But very calm and relaxing during the day.. Watched a movie in a cinema... That was an interesting experience hehehe.
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may i know which area you stay at phiphi? probably can share some tips? hehe..
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going there next month! Hopefully the weather is fine!! tongue.gif

any suggestion where to stay? (thinking of - patong nearby beach)


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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 10 2013, 07:47 PM)
wow, so its KL - Hatyai , by bus? then the rest? interested to know more hehe..

im going phuket this sunday for a week, this will be my 4th time to phuket but feel that i have yet to explore many places..any recommendation of nice island to stay & relax? i will be at patong for first 2 days, then go to phiphi maybe stay for 1-2 nights..and no plan yet hehe...any good reco? biggrin.gif
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7 days at phuket, good.. I only 3 days. 15-17june. Maybe we can meet at patong. smile.gif Same with u, this is my 4th time also. I never stay at PP island, just stop by buy some stuff only. Patong Beach is more to nightlife, if u want relex maybe u sholud try to stay at Kata Beach. Have u try use a real gun? U should smile.gif. Go to shooting range.. Here my itinerary:

14 jun 10pm take bus kl to hatyai

15 jun 7am arrive in hatyai
15 jun 12pm take bus to phuket
15 jun 6pm arrive in patong, phuket

16 jun 8am - 5pm island tour (maybe Khai Island Tour)

17 jun 7am van pickup us at hotel going to krabi
17 jun 12pm arrive in Ao Nang, krabi. jalan-jalan naik motorbike pusing Ao Nang beach.

18 jun 8am - 5pm island tour in krabi (maybe Hong Island Tour)

19 jun 6am take bus to hatyai
19 jun 12pm arrive in hatyai
19 jun 4pm take train to kuala lumpur

20 jun 6am arrive in kuala lumpur

Will going 2 person, total cost is rm750 per person smile.gif


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QUOTE(ryanliew87 @ Jun 10 2013, 02:28 PM)
hye peeps, im taking on a cruise Superstar Virgo and one of my destination will be in Phuket. I knw that it will stopped at Deepsea Port (Ao Makham). Im planning for an elephant ride .....any suggestion or recommendation??my concern will be the distance from the port.
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and also im planning to go wither Nai Harn or Kata for beaches...or mayb u guys got any other recommendation ??

then night time i might goin to either Chalong or phuket town
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QUOTE(ryanliew87 @ Jun 14 2013, 03:56 PM)
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and also im planning to go wither Nai Harn or Kata for beaches...or mayb u guys got any other recommendation ??

then night time i might goin to either Chalong or phuket town
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Stay at Nai Harn for a night. Never been there before. thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 12 2013, 10:55 PM)
7 days at phuket, good.. I only 3 days. 15-17june. Maybe we can meet at patong. smile.gif Same with u, this is my 4th time also. I never stay at PP island, just stop by buy some stuff only. Patong Beach is more to nightlife, if u want relex maybe u sholud try to stay at Kata Beach. Have u try use a real gun? U should smile.gif. Go to shooting range.. Here my itinerary:

14 jun 10pm take bus kl to hatyai

15 jun 7am arrive in hatyai
15 jun 12pm take bus to phuket
15 jun 6pm arrive in patong, phuket

16 jun 8am - 5pm island tour (maybe Khai Island Tour)

17 jun 7am van pickup us at hotel going to krabi
17 jun 12pm arrive in Ao Nang, krabi. jalan-jalan naik motorbike pusing Ao Nang beach.

18 jun 8am - 5pm island tour in krabi (maybe Hong Island Tour)

19 jun 6am take bus to hatyai
19 jun 12pm arrive in hatyai
19 jun 4pm take train to kuala lumpur

20 jun 6am arrive in kuala lumpur

Will going 2 person, total cost is rm750 per person smile.gif
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7 days at phuket but not gonna be at phuket for the entire 7 days hehe biggrin.gif mine is on 16th june to 22nd june biggrin.gif i will arrive evening on 16th june..maybe after your island hopping? do update me hows khai island tour, i have not been to khai island yet hehe..

previously i stayed at phiphi and i quite like it coz of the beach party happening at night..its not bad though..my plan is, 16th june arrive by 5pm, then check in hotel at patong, then head to weekend night market at phuket town (i have never been there) or maybe just go to the night market behind jungceylon (which i also havent been there)...then will hang out around bangla road i guess..

second day (17th june) just hang around patong, or kata or karon...then 18th june morning will head to phiphi island & stay for 2 nights..after that, no plan yet..follow mood..hehe

and yea i have tried the real gun..tried twice, during my 1st & 2nd trip hehe biggrin.gif so i dont think i will do that again this trip since i have already experienced it..

the cost of RM 750 per person include transport & accommodation?
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anyone been to weekend night market at patong (the one behind jungceylon) ....

and anyone been to the weekend night market at phuket town?

may i know whats special and what do they sell there? biggrin.gif

thank you biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 15 2013, 02:57 AM)
anyone been to weekend night market at patong (the one behind jungceylon) ....

and anyone been to the weekend night market at phuket town?

may i know whats special and what do they sell there? biggrin.gif

thank you  biggrin.gif
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Nothing special..
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i will go phuket this august.
do i need motor license to rent a motorbike?
i only have car license (msia) but i know how to ride a bike
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i will go phuket this august.
do i need motor license to rent a motorbike?
i only have car license (msia) but i know how to ride a bike
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I have been to the weekend market... hmm i personally love it~ because many stalls to shop there... clothes, acc, deco.. etc..

they have 1 section selling many many types of food... on my previous trip i bought my dinner there back to hotel because too many and not enough time.. because i join those 1 day tour, its like a mini chatucak but not so hot and stuffy..
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Hi Everyone,.. i've just got back from Phuket,.. hope that some info i saw help your next trip:

1. Basically i only booked my Hotel online

2. Once arrival get out from Airport look for the Taxi sign to get your transport to hotel
Taxi : 800 bath mini van 180 bath

3. Don't worry about your island hoping or activities... you can get it almost every single streets you pass by or person you pass by, just bargain your price if its right, if not just look for a shop so that you might feel more secure or hotel can do too,.. different between 100-300 more or less.

4. Food! lobsters heaven! the price is about 150-215 bath per kilo best look for it around the streets after bangla streets and turn left, right is Jungceylon mall.

5.Lunch cheap n nice you can always consider Bangla Mall they offer good offer for it in their food court,.. its just a small court but price is from 40 bath to 60 bath not bad if you have tight budget there for food.

6. Not to be missed your transport! Well you got 2 choice!
A: your private 4 wheel or car that cost you 1600-1800 for around Phuket for 8-10hours (max 4-6 person)
B: Tuk Tuk! i paid 800 bath for 8 hours (max 4 person) (don't worry if he ask you to go shopping,. u can miss a few small pearl shop,.. but never miss the nuts factory as they provide free drinks and all sample food for free! y pay to eat nuts when you can have it for free! lol PM me if you guys need my tuk tuk contact,.. he's nice and knows a lil english,... elderly man.

7. if you're planing to rent a motor bic,.. do be aware that police randomly pick up tourist to check on them,... like ere "MATA mau dui kopi!"


well good luck and enjoy your trip there as over in Phuket you got nothing to worry but your pocket ain't full enough of $$$!

PM me for contacts as I've got some contacts for each. smile.gif
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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 15 2013, 02:55 AM)
7 days at phuket but not gonna be at phuket for the entire 7 days hehe biggrin.gif mine is on 16th june to 22nd june biggrin.gif i will arrive evening on 16th june..maybe after your island hopping? do update me hows khai island tour, i have not been to khai island yet hehe..

previously i stayed at phiphi and i quite like it coz of the beach party happening at night..its not bad though..my plan is, 16th june arrive by 5pm, then check in hotel at patong, then head to weekend night market at phuket town (i have never been there) or maybe just go to the night market behind jungceylon (which i also havent been there)...then will hang out around bangla road i guess..

second day (17th june) just hang around patong, or kata or karon...then 18th june morning will head to phiphi island & stay for 2 nights..after that, no plan yet..follow mood..hehe

and yea i have tried the real gun..tried twice, during my 1st & 2nd trip hehe biggrin.gif so i dont think i will do that again this trip since i have already experienced it..

the cost of RM 750 per person include transport & accommodation?
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i took a half day Khai Ialand Tour, 800 baht. 7.30am van pickup at hotel, around 12pm finish.. its nice. the islands view, crystal water, rocks & very relaxing.. they will stop at 3 islands, Khai Nai, Khai Nui and Khai Nok island.
the activities is snorkeling, feeding the fish, take a photo, tanning, play beach volleyball..
yes the cost is RM 750 per person. everything, hotel, food, transport, island tour.. but its really2 tight, we cannot makan besar, shopping kaw2. its ok for me smile.gif

owh at pp island got beach party happening at night, cool.. i should try it biggrin.gif but dont know yet.. have u been to full moon party at Koh Phangan?
btw, sorry the late update sweat.gif

here my pic of half day Khai Ialand Tour. bad quality pic iphone4 camera..

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thanks to you adeeppurity for helping me to buy stuff at HRC Phuket. Your help is appreciated
Awesome dude!!

QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 22 2013, 05:49 AM)
i took a half day Khai Ialand Tour, 800 baht. 7.30am van pickup at hotel, around 12pm finish.. its nice. the islands view, crystal water, rocks & very relaxing.. they will stop at 3 islands, Khai Nai, Khai Nui and Khai Nok island.
the activities is snorkeling, feeding the fish, take a photo, tanning, play beach volleyball..
yes the cost is RM 750 per person. everything, hotel, food, transport, island tour.. but its really2 tight, we cannot makan besar, shopping kaw2. its ok for me smile.gif

owh at pp island got beach party happening at night, cool.. i should try it biggrin.gif but dont know yet.. have u been to full moon party at Koh Phangan?
btw, sorry the late update  sweat.gif

here my pic of half day Khai Ialand Tour. bad quality pic iphone4 camera..
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thanks to you adeeppurity for helping me to buy stuff at HRC Phuket. Your help is appreciated
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U r welcome biggrin.gif next time if i have a trip, i will let u know smile.gif
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QUOTE(cynnz @ Jun 15 2013 @ 02:57 AM)
anyone been to weekend night market at patong (the one behind jungceylon) ....

and anyone been to the weekend night market at phuket town?

may i know whats special and what do they sell there?

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Tshirt , Lighter ,Souvenirs, Pancakes , Roasted meat

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I have been to the weekend market... hmm i personally love it~ because many stalls to shop there... clothes, acc, deco.. etc..

they have 1 section selling many many types of food...  on my previous trip i bought my dinner there back to hotel because too many and not enough time.. because i join those 1 day tour, its like a mini chatucak but not so hot and stuffy..
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at the end i did not go to the weekend market at phuket town..hehe nvm, will be heading to bkk again soon biggrin.gif

QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Jun 22 2013, 05:49 AM)
i took a half day Khai Ialand Tour, 800 baht. 7.30am van pickup at hotel, around 12pm finish.. its nice. the islands view, crystal water, rocks & very relaxing.. they will stop at 3 islands, Khai Nai, Khai Nui and Khai Nok island.
the activities is snorkeling, feeding the fish, take a photo, tanning, play beach volleyball..
yes the cost is RM 750 per person. everything, hotel, food, transport, island tour.. but its really2 tight, we cannot makan besar, shopping kaw2. its ok for me smile.gif

owh at pp island got beach party happening at night, cool.. i should try it biggrin.gif but dont know yet.. have u been to full moon party at Koh Phangan?
btw, sorry the late update  sweat.gif

here my pic of half day Khai Ialand Tour. bad quality pic iphone4 camera..
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wow i didnt go to khai island or coral or raya island sad.gif coz the wave is too rough & most of the ppl dont recommend us to go..so its ok i will be back to phuket soon again biggrin.gif i was at phuket the first 2 days, third day went to phiphi by ferry, the wave is relaly big & many people got seasick & vomitted on the ferry, i was sitting at the front of the ferry (outdoor) and my whole body wet just like i have just got up from the sea lol, but i enjoy it hahaha..stayed 2 nights in phiphi and i still love their beach party every nights..realised that im the only asian at the beach party till late nights as 99.9999% of them are europeans..lol...

yea u should pay a visit to phiphi's beach party, starts bout 8pm+ with all the fire shows (which might gets bored easily ) but somehow 11.30am onwards its like clubbing on the beach haha...

i havent been to koh samui;s full moon party yet but that will probably be myt next plan, hehe...

QUOTE(hisoka44 @ Jun 23 2013, 08:32 PM)
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Will be going to Phuket in two weeks time, just want to ask has anyone been to Freedom Beach before? Its near the southern tip of Patong beach and I heard its pretty nice.
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hehe yup if you are going to chatucak, then phuket is nothing.. because very small~ price almost similar with chatucak..

guess my 5 nights trip in krabi, i should stay at least 1 night at phi phi also since it looks so happening... may i know you mention that u took ferry from phuket to phiphi.. the ferry only goes to phiphi? or is it like day tour? how much it cost? coz i have 6d5n, thinking 1 night at phuket, 1 night at phiphi and 3 more nights at krabi, as i had been to phuket many times already.. still thinking from krabi how to go to phuket, and from phuket to phiphi and from phiphi to krabi..

do you book your hotel all in malaysia? or reach there only book?
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hehe yup if you are going to chatucak, then phuket is nothing.. because very small~ price almost similar with chatucak..

guess my 5 nights trip in krabi, i should stay at least 1 night at phi phi also since it looks so happening... may i know you mention that u took ferry from phuket to phiphi.. the ferry only goes to phiphi? or is it like day tour? how much it cost? coz i have 6d5n, thinking 1 night at phuket, 1 night at phiphi and 3 more nights at krabi, as i had been to phuket many times already.. still thinking from krabi how to go to phuket, and from phuket to phiphi and from phiphi to krabi..

do you book your hotel all in malaysia? or reach there only book?
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yea u should stay 1 night at phiphi if you like partying too biggrin.gif yea I took ferry from Phuket to phiphi, I bought return ticket but open ticket (means I don't have to immediately decide when I wanna go back Phuket from phiphi)..if I don't remember wrongly, I paid 1500baht for 2 pax return ferry tic from Phuket to phiphi biggrin.gif the ferry will go to phiphi, those who bought tic to phiphi will go down from ferry then ferry proceed to krabi..yea I have been to Phuket several times too therefore I spent 2-3 nights in phiphi..I didn't go to krabi ..from krabi u can take speedboat or ferry to phiphi and from Phuket to phiphi etc...when r u going? coz I was there mid of june, wave is really rough..many speedboat trips were cancelled due to rough weather...and can see many ppl seasick even on the ferry...its really terrible wave wink.gif

all my trips to Phuket and phiphi I never book hotel first..i go there only find hotel hehe biggrin.gif coz it is not high / peak season ma ...
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ohh~ thanks for your info.. then guess i have to find ferry from krabi to phi phi & phuket =) cause 5 nights in krabi i think a bit bored haha... maybe spent 1 night at phiphi and 1 night at phuket...

hmm ya i think june & july not so suitable to go leh.. is strong wave season.. im going early oct =) hehe thats why have to gather the information before i go over... because i think if from krabi i take 1 day phiphi trip... later i go down at phiphi dont know how to go back to krabi haha.... btw the ferry only takes you to phiphi? no activities? or activities included? mind to share with hotel/resort you stay at phiphi?

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ohh~ thanks for your info.. then guess i have to find ferry from krabi to phi phi & phuket =) cause 5 nights in krabi i think a bit bored haha... maybe spent 1 night at phiphi and 1 night at phuket...

hmm ya i think june & july not so suitable to go leh.. is strong wave season.. im going early oct =) hehe thats why have to gather the information before i go over... because i think if from krabi i take 1 day phiphi trip... later i go down at phiphi dont know how to go back to krabi haha.... btw the ferry only takes you to phiphi? no activities? or activities included? mind to share with hotel/resort you stay at phiphi?
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yup you have to get the ferry tic from krabi to go phiphi & Phuket biggrin.gif yea, krabi is more to relaxing so I thnk 5 days will be kinda bored too...better spend 1 night in phiphi & Phuket each...

yea, last year I went in july, still ok..this year june is not so ok..island hopping trips been cancelled too cozz wave is too rough.. sad.gif the phiphi u don't have to take 1 day trip package, jus buy the ferry tic..second day depart from phiphi to Phuket..

the ferry only takes me to phiphi coz I buy ferry tic only, not those package with snorkelling etc...if u want those include snorkelling & activities one, then have to go by speedboats...ferry is nicer lar eventhough is slower..coz can sun tan outside of the ferry...(most Asians will be hiding in the air cond ferry cabins), normally only Europeans will sit outside of the ferry to sun tan..but I love it..haha biggrin.gif

no prob, let me know if u need more info...this trip I stay at c&n hotel in patong, which I think is cheap & clean and most important is convenient haha...

as for phiphi, previously I stay before few hotels but cant really remember, one of it is baia baia resort which is in front of the beach...recent trip I stay at back packer hotel name Tara Inn, only 1000baht per night..clean..but one bad thing is, you have to climb rock staircase to get to ur room (bout 30 steps)..but can see the sea view (from far) from your room biggrin.gif I stay this tara inn coz didn't book any hotel, and was tired when arrived at phiphi that morning so we just simply find hotel then check in..second day suppose to change to other resort but end up was lazy to move around coz afterall this backpacker hotel also not bad so we stayed 2 nights there biggrin.gif
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Hmm ty so much for your info hehe =) i think weather got little bit changes maybe @@ so sea also weird hahaa.. cause past 2 yr march i went to phuket, sea too rough they refund the island hopping trip money also @@ haha...

i think for phiphi & phuket also no need to take trip ba is it? since also is island hopping.. maybe at krabi only take island hoping trip but previously i missed out james bond island @@ if want to do better to do when im at phuket right? if not later go back krabi from krabi do have to travel again hahaa...

ok noted maybe just hunt my phiphi stay when im there happy.gif btw you remember roughly how far is the distance from krabi-phiphi-phuket?
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thanks to AA me & boffie going to phuket next year on May. Spotted on APK resort, get attracted by the low price and also the review of good buffet breakfast they serves. At the same time we found there are 2 APK resort in Phuket and heard they are operates by same management. Can anyone advice which is the better one? Thanks alot!
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plan to stay at poppa palace
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Hmm ty so much for your info hehe =) i think weather got little bit changes maybe @@ so sea also weird hahaa.. cause past 2 yr march i went to phuket, sea too rough they refund the island hopping trip money also @@ haha...

i think for phiphi & phuket also no need to take trip ba is it? since also is island hopping.. maybe at krabi only take island hoping trip but previously i missed out james bond island @@ if want to do better to do when im at phuket right? if not later go back krabi from krabi do have to travel again hahaa...

ok noted maybe just hunt my phiphi stay when im there happy.gif btw you remember roughly how far is the distance from krabi-phiphi-phuket?
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welcome dear smile.gif yea weather sometimes really unpredictable..hehe

phiphi u can take island hopping but the longtail boat will go around those beaches in the whole phiphi + maya bay only if not mistaken (I did this in my 2012 trip so I cant really rmemeber the details)..Phuket have many island hopping also, depends where u wanna go only lor biggrin.gif I wanted to go coral island for sea walking but end up wave is terrible so not able to go sad.gif

Phuket - phiphi by ferry is approx. 2 hours..for krabi im not sure wor smile.gif
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i'm going to Phuket this coming sept, any recommend place to play?? rclxms.gif
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i'm going to Phuket this coming sept, any recommend place to play??  rclxms.gif
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Hello peepz, i've read a few tips on travelling to phuket.

I'll be travelling there mid of september, yes the low season. This trip will mostly be for snorkeling, 4 days 3 nights, planning snorkeling for 2 days.

Looking for trusted and recommended tour to similian islands and other beautiful part of phuket for snorkeling. Anyone has any recommendation on the tour company as well as the estimated price? Thanks.
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Hello peepz, i've read a few tips on travelling to phuket.

I'll be travelling there mid of september, yes the low season. This trip will mostly be for snorkeling, 4 days 3 nights, planning snorkeling for 2 days.

Looking for trusted and recommended tour to similian islands and other beautiful part of phuket for snorkeling. Anyone has any recommendation on the tour company as well as the estimated price? Thanks.
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I don't think Similan Island would be open at this time. Also its not a good idea to go Similan during this time. Your option would be PhiPhi, Maya etc etc.
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Hi to all d traveller...
I'm going to phuket next week...
Patong beach to be precise...
4 days 3 nights...
But d 1 & last day is consider half day onli...
Becoz of d late arriving to phuket & earli departing from phuket...
Ani recommendation for lunch & dinner?
Those very nice & must go restaurant especially...
As i still have 3 lunchs & 3 dinner haven't organise yet...
Thx in advance...
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QUOTE(Str33tBoY @ Jul 24 2013, 11:29 PM)
Hi to all d traveller...
I'm going to phuket next week...
Patong beach to be precise...
4 days 3 nights...
But d 1 & last day is consider half day onli...
Becoz of d late arriving to phuket & earli departing from phuket...
Ani recommendation for lunch & dinner?
Those very nice & must go restaurant especially...
As i still have 3 lunchs & 3 dinner haven't organise yet...
Thx in advance...
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Patong beach nothing special to eat.
Maybe you can try the western restaurant nearby the mall or Patong beachside for lunch.
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On the first day you should go Old Phuket Town, Big Buddha, Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples And on the second day Phang Nga Bay, Phuket Viewpoints and then Bangla Road Nightlife And rest of the days you can Spend a Day (or two) on Phi Phi Island.

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QUOTE(Str33tBoY @ Jul 24 2013, 11:29 PM)
Hi to all d traveller...
I'm going to phuket next week...
Patong beach to be precise...
4 days 3 nights...
But d 1 & last day is consider half day onli...
Becoz of d late arriving to phuket & earli departing from phuket...
Ani recommendation for lunch & dinner?
Those very nice & must go restaurant especially...
As i still have 3 lunchs & 3 dinner haven't organise yet...
Thx in advance...
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There are two restaurants I would recommend, one is "No. 6 Restaurant" which is on Prabaramee Road, and "Lair Lay Tong" where the staffs are friendly and always greeting you with a smile. smile.gif
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Go to raya island for island hopping and snorkeling.

For massage, I would recommend Emotion Day Spa (http://www.emotiondayspa.com/). Their traditional thai massage is really good and the price is cheap too. The Emotion Day Spa is centrally located in Patong just one block that from the beach on "Rat-U-Thit" road. Is the same row as Novotel Hotel.

Do visit No. 6 Restaurant which is located opposite of CNN Hotel. Another must do thing is to try their night market foods at the Banzaan Market (just behind Juncyleon).
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hi,

i would visit to Phuket from 27th to 230th Aug. This is my first visit rclxms.gif
Btw would it be okay to do some island tour during that time?

also can advise estimate duration of tour for this? Starting point is from Phuket.


1. Phi Phi Island
2. Similan ?
3. Cotral?
4. Raya?
5, James Bone?
6. Khai Nok?
7. any island that i missed out?

i have limited time and i would like to know how long does it take to reach that island and how long is enough to tour on it.

note: husband love snorkeling but me myself cant swim so i probably prefer relaxing beach.

thanks in advance!
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hi,

i would visit to Phuket from 27th to 230th Aug. This is my first visit  rclxms.gif
Btw would it be okay to do some island tour during that time?

also can advise estimate duration of tour for this? Starting point is from Phuket.
1. Phi Phi Island
2. Similan ?
3. Cotral?
4. Raya?
5, James Bone?
6. Khai Nok?
7. any island that i missed out?

i have limited time and i would like to know how long does it take to reach that island and how long is enough to tour on it.

note: husband love snorkeling but me myself cant swim so i probably prefer relaxing beach.

thanks in advance!
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Hi Guys,

I have complimentary 2 nights stay at B-Lay Tong, Phuket for anytime around November to December. I am also getting additional nights at great discounts. Since I will not be able to travel, I would like to give them to someone who will use it. No point letting it go to waste.

http://www.b-laytong.com/

I have been offered the Grand Deluxe room.

http://www.b-laytong.com/room.html#

Grand Deluxe Room: The room has a king-size bed, an extra living space and outdoor whirlpool bath. It comes complete with a spacious bathroom with a separate free-standing bathtub and shower, LCD TV, iPod dock, love seat and complimentary WIFI Internet.

B-Lay Tong is a 4 star hotel in Patong. Few mins away from the main area of Patong. Currently the room is priced around RM 750 a night.

Anyone interested can contact me via PM. I am ready to listen to offers biggrin.gif

Also, the room does include breakfast for 2 and inclusive all taxes rclxms.gif

Thank you.

p/s - mods I hope this is ok. Otherwise please do advise.
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any nice place to stay near Patong beach?
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B-Lay is 2 mins bike ride from Patong beach. Its near to the party area yet far away from all the noise.
I want to sell off my complimentary stay. The rooms are worth 750 a night but I am willing to let go for much cheaper.
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Going to Phuket on the 27th Morning, to 30th late night.

im going alone, with no set plan yet, so if you want to meet up for some company, u can send me a pm anytime, haha! =)

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I am gg phuket this coming Tuesday.

Still in a headache to find hotel there.
*too many!

Anyone gg Phuket next week?
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I am gg phuket this coming Tuesday.

Still in a headache to find hotel there.
*too many!

Anyone gg Phuket next week?
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im going next week.
same thing la , headache now which hotel

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im going next week.
same thing la , headache now which hotel
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oh really??! rclxms.gif rclxms.gif

when you be heading there? Can meet up and do some activities together!

icon_question.gif Still thinking of hotel/inn/b&b/resort

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oh really??!  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif

when you be heading there? Can meet up and do some activities together!

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u going this week or next week?
currently im looking at amata hotel but still open for other
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u going this week or next week?
currently im looking at amata hotel but still open for other
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Pm me.. mayb im gg for hotel near the beach side. smile.gif

Im gg next week tuesday. 2nd Sept
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Will be going Phuket again, this time going with big group 9 people..anyone have good recommendation on better activities to do and where to go since its a big group?

Thanks in advance!

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hi, very good info here. Very useful.

Just booked flight few days ago AA.
~RM220/pax return, all in.

Departing 9th Oct for 7 days (wanna relax kaw kaw), i know it's low season.

Going with wife & 4 yr old daughter.

Anyway some Q here which is making me headache :

1. Do they provide life jackets that fit my 4 yr old during ferry/boat trips?
2.What cheap transportation suitable for 3 person? - read here tuk tuk not cheap, rates much more expensive than BKK.
Is there any motorcycle with side carriage for 3 person? tongue.gif





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Hi, i just booked my ticket to Thailand. 11 days 10 nights arriving Krabi and leaving from Bangkok to KL.

For now i've planed to travel from KRABI - PHI PHI - PHUKET - BANGKOK - PATTAYA - BANGKOK. Probably taking a flight from Phuket to Bangkok.

Planning to take the Maya Bay boat tour and I'm into adventure.

I would like to ask:
1. 11 days in Thailand which area you would advise me to visit?
2. Any recommendations on hotels? budget 200-250/night
3. best snorkeling spot. snorkeling once is enough for me. Find it boring doing the same thing at diff island.


Thank you very much smile.gif
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anyone can recommend me a driver that can bring us around for 1 day covering those beaches and temples? around 7 person
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I am gg phuket this coming Tuesday.

Still in a headache to find hotel there.
*too many!

Anyone gg Phuket next week?
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im going next week.
same thing la , headache now which hotel
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try looking for foto hotel - a boutique hotel.

came back from there 2 mths ago. wonderful service, good food & mountain view (incase tsunami). 10 mins walk to beach.

thank me later. brows.gif

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Going Phuket this Sunday! Someone recommend me dinner places?

From what I've gathered, people recommend No.6 Restaurant.
Any other places? biggrin.gif
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Going Phuket this Sunday! Someone recommend me dinner places?

From what I've gathered, people recommend No.6 Restaurant.
Any other places? biggrin.gif
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restaurant 6 uphill is nice
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restaurant 6 uphill is nice
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great! where do we wait for the free shuttle uphill? outside the restaurant or..?
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ya just wait at the old restaurant , from 6pm hourly there will be bus going up
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I'll be going for a trip to Bangkok, Phuket & Phi Phi Islands this coming December.

However, I am in a dilemma and hope that you guys and girls could shed some light for me!

There are currently 4 options in hand to get to Bangkok - Phuket - Bangkok:

1. Rent a car and drive the 900+ KM long journey
- I think it's quite safe driving in Thailand and actually want to do the long journey, however, it would be a drive at night. What do you guys think?
- I believe I am able to rent a car and drive in Thailand with any problems with just my Malaysian Driving License? Please correct me if I am wrong.
- Any of you guys can share your experience on this and please provide me with a trusted rental car agency.
- If I were to rent a car, I'd only drive one way and ditch the car in Phuket and take another mode of transportation back to BKK to fly back to Malaysia


2. Bus (I just recetly read news that one bus crashed and 40+ persons were injured. sweat.gif )
- My main concern is that again, we will be traveling at night and reaching Phuket in the morning.
- Are there any midnight Busses that we can take as I have not found any. The latest I could find is 1800 hours.
- Will the bus be leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport or will I need to catch the bus at another location?


3. Flight (Affordable with AA but trying not to take a flight)
- Less hassle and the fastest mode of traveling, however, this is the last option. You guys may weigh in on why I should fly to Phuket and pay a little more rather than use ground transport.

4. Train + Bus (I've read that we would need to transit at Surat Thani by Bus)
- I am not well versed on this part as I have yet to read about it. I would appreciate it if you guys could give me some feedback.

Much Appreciated! laugh.gif

Matt

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Want to ask:

Anybody here drive from KL to phuket before ?

Want to know if local driving license can drive in Thailand but use own vehicle ?

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hi all. i'm going to krabi this 8th jan 5d4n
flight kl-krabi on 8th jan @ 7.15 am.
plan on heading to phuket once touchdown for a night b4 going to aonang. this is what we planned.


day 1
arrive at krabi, find bus to phuket, check in, jalan2 a bit, then celebrate life @ patong until early morning perhaps icon_idea.gif

day 2
jalan2 around phuket, check out, find bus to krabi n aonang


question is, anyone knows time table for bus krabi-phuket n phuket-krabi?
their frequency actually. i saw many on websites but dont know which 1 to trust
n whether its updated or not. thx
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Teerayut Prasertphol (yellow shirt) at the Phuket Land Transport Office this afternoon.

PHUKET: -- The Phuket Land Transport office was closed today after anti-government protestors arrived at the building around 1pm.

The several hundred strong group arrived at the office and Teerayut Prasertphol from the Phuket Land Transport Office announced the closure.

“We will see how the situation progresses day by day.”

The protestors earlier went to the Phuket Vocational College but did not close it, instead just encouraged students and representatives to join in. There were also plans to go to Chalermprakiet School and the fisheries institute at Cape Panwa. There were also plans to perhaps go to the OrBorTor office in Mai Khao.

One of the leaders, Amnuay Koombarn, told The Phuket News that there were no plans to disrupt the Phuket Town bus station or the Phuket International Airport.

Phuket Provincial Hall has been closed since Wednesday after a 2,000 strong group arrived on Wednesday around 9am.



http://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-protes...ffice-43177.php
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any recommended villa/apartment for 10-13 ppl ?

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hallow all welcome to the year 2014 heheheh

any latest news on phuket or update ?? any good places to eat n all ?? hahha this is like my 10th times there .. anyways biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(conan86 @ Feb 26 2014, 01:23 PM)
hallow all welcome to the year 2014 heheheh

any latest news on phuket or  update ?? any good places to eat n all ?? hahha this is like my 10th times there .. anyways biggrin.gif
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i am going to to phuket on this may, 2 person trip. Would you like to suggest any hotel or "must go" spot in phuket?
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you can try rayaburi, i was there and enjoyed the stay there. As you will be out most of the time, all you need is a good bed, clean bathrooms. Its also walking distance to soi bangla. another hotel you should consider is album hotel, ita also along the same road where rayaburi is -sawatdirak.

i am also going back tp phuket in april 30th to 2nd may. considering either rayaburi or album.

i have a lengthy post on phuket here - http://www.mixologist84.com/2012/11/phuket-trip-2012.html

i believe it will be useful for you and will answer most of your questions.
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Am planning to go to Phuket in May~ As I am being stingy.. was just wondering whats the cheapest price that anyone has paid for... AA plane tickets to Phuket...??
Just curious.. and wanna make sure I dont pay too much smile.gif


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Hi All~
Am planning to go to Phuket in May~ As I am being stingy.. was just wondering whats the cheapest price that anyone has paid for... AA plane tickets to Phuket...??
Just curious.. and wanna make sure I dont pay too much smile.gif
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QUOTE(sinbei @ Mar 28 2014, 11:57 AM)
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Going to Phuket this weekend, hope the weather is nice.

Is the Shooting range in the Jungceylon mall still open?


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Going to Phuket this weekend, hope the weather is nice.

Is the Shooting range in the Jungceylon mall still open?
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how long will u be there?

Havent been able to find any latest info on Jungceylon shooting range though..

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Yeah very limited info for the shooting range in the mall. Didn't even know about it last time I was there 2 years back.

Staying in Patong area, noisy but convenient. Lots of hotels there. Can try Tripadvisor for hotel reviews.

If you want cheaper rates always directly check with the hotel first before other 3rd party websites, normally rates are better when booked directly.


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Been checking all the third party sites and tripadvisor.. i think its the best to find out how the hotel condition is..
Can i get ur assistance to just roughly check the prices for the tours?? i know they have some jungle trip and rafting stuffs (googled alot).
If you do find the shooting range~ pls pls pls... tell me too~ hheheh
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QUOTE(j0ann3 @ Apr 1 2014, 11:03 AM)
Been checking all the third party sites and tripadvisor.. i think its the best to find out how the hotel condition is..
Can i get ur assistance to just roughly check the prices for the tours?? i know they have some jungle trip and rafting stuffs (googled alot).
If you do find the shooting range~ pls pls pls... tell me too~ hheheh
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Shooting range should be roughly 800 -1000 THB for 10 bullets. That's my estimation. I only been to Phuket Shooting range long time ago and that one is far from Patong, so closest to me will be the one in the mall.

Tours? Sorry, my group don't do tours. So you gotta find from the others here in the forum. The 1st page have some info from Stimix but some of it is old.


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In phuket now n just realise the no.6 shop is closed for reno... Anyone know of a similar alternative.
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Just came back yesterday.

Now started rainy season so out of the 4 days we were there, it was cloudy everyday and was not sunny.

On the 3rd day rained from lunch time to about 5pm and on our 2nd day rained in the evening from 7pm to midnight.

Overall did not dampen the holiday, the cloudy weather made it much nicer to walk around although it is humid.


Found the shooting cafe in Jungceylon mall. It was on the ground floor near the restaurants. Prices from 800baht to 1500 baht depending on gun and ammo. Shot a .45 Glock for 950 baht (10 shots) including the target to bring home. Can take pictures and videos freely. But this place closing down on May 18 according to their notice at the front. Reason being contract ending.




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Just wondering.. has anyone used the Dtac Happy sim in thailand before?
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Hi guys,

Just need some advice. I'm planning to take the morning ferry from ao nang to phi phi, then take the next ferry to phuket.

There's technically 4-5 hours of free time when I arrive in phi phi on the morning ferry. I just want to go sight seeing for 1 hour max in maya beach while waiting for the afternoon ferry.

Possible? hmm.gif

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intro all of you the weekend market in phuket

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QUOTE(cammycammy @ Jun 29 2014, 06:14 AM)
rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  got any about the phuket travel all can asking me....
intro all of you the weekend market in phuket

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Topic merged. please do not open duplicate thread and reframe from indirect advertisement esp travel agent

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Anyone here who has an experience to take shared bus or van from Phuket airport to hotel?
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How's the weather there in July/August?
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QUOTE(Kelv @ Jun 29 2014, 06:51 PM)
How's the weather there in July/August?
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What if december? The weather is good? And is it the peak time? so all prices will be high and full of tourists?
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im going this fri-sun too hopefully everything is ok


where the night market huh?
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hello dear LYN forumers

i just made a last minute flight booking to Phuket for like 3 days 2 nights but actually is 1 day + 3 hours of enjoying Phuket for tomorrow.

will i be able to do short island hopping on the 2nd day and have time for sight seeing + any activities in Phuket ?

wat do you recommend to do after touchdown for few hours at night ? will be staying at Westin Phuket hotel.

wat to do besides island hopping and where is nice to go ???

sorry i know there is a phuket thread but this is too last minute to wait for replies... haha

thank you and selamat hari raya
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If near to Patong area...then you will be able to surf a lot of thing during night time
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QUOTE(kueks @ Jul 28 2014, 07:50 PM)
hello dear LYN forumers

i just made a last minute flight booking to Phuket for like 3 days 2 nights but actually is 1 day + 3 hours of enjoying Phuket for tomorrow.

will i be able to do short island hopping on the 2nd day and have time for sight seeing + any activities in Phuket ?

wat do you recommend to do after touchdown for few hours at night ? will be staying at Westin Phuket hotel.

wat to do besides island hopping and where is nice to go ???

sorry i know there is a phuket thread but this is too last minute to wait for replies... haha

thank you and selamat hari raya
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Nothing much.. just walk around Patong beach. Too short for all island hopping, James bond island & etc
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QUOTE(stimix @ Jul 28 2014, 09:47 PM)
Nothing much.. just walk around Patong beach. Too short for all island hopping, James bond island & etc
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i tot island hopping can be done in half day 7 am to 4 pm ? hmmm
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QUOTE(kueks @ Jul 28 2014, 10:24 PM)
i tot island hopping can be done in half day 7 am to 4 pm ? hmmm
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From Krabi - Possible but Phuket... Not easy.. 1st- You hv to drive out of Patong on the North West side to the Port area somewhere ~South East. Thereafter the trip to Phi-Phi & Ko panyir will be full day..

Either way to James Bond island area, it will be ~1-1.5hr drive to mainland b4 taking the boat ride to those islands..

Furthermore.. Now is almost peak of the North Western monsoon wind. .. Very scary experience taking ferry/ boat ride on the open Andaman sea shakehead.gif

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QUOTE(stimix @ Jul 28 2014, 10:31 PM)
From Krabi - Possible but Phuket... Not easy.. 1st- You hv to drive out of Patong on the North West side to the Port area somewhere ~South East. Thereafter the trip to Phi-Phi & Ko panyir will be full day..

Either way to James Bond island area, it will be ~1-1.5hr drive to mainland b4 taking the boat ride to those islands..

Furthermore.. Now is almost peak of the North Western monsoon wind. .. Very scary experience taking ferry/ boat ride on the open Andaman sea  shakehead.gif
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oh lol hmmm and tips on page 1.. worst time to travel is end of july... lol

hmmm

im thinking of wat chalong , big buddha, promthep cape for sunset.. as my hotel is in siray bay

any suggestions wat to do along the way ? historical, cultural, fun, adventure?
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QUOTE(kueks @ Jul 28 2014, 11:36 PM)
oh lol hmmm and tips on page 1.. worst time to travel is end of july... lol

hmmm

im thinking of  wat chalong , big buddha, promthep cape for sunset.. as my hotel is in siray bay

any suggestions wat to do along the way ? historical, cultural, fun, adventure?
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Possible in one day. Can see kata noi, karon and windmill viewpoint, yanui beach

For night entertainment, can consider either simon show, fantasea or siam niramit
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jul 29 2014, 02:52 AM)
Possible in one day. Can see kata noi, karon and windmill viewpoint, yanui beach

For night entertainment, can consider either simon show, fantasea or siam niramit
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thanks.. what about shopping ???? souvenirs, local products
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thanks.. what about shopping ???? souvenirs, local products
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Souvenir? Can try in jung ceylon or bangla road
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thanks.. what about shopping ???? souvenirs, local products
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there are pretty much a lot of stalls littered along the streets at town areas so you don't have to worry about that biggrin.gif

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ooo just came back... hmmm... arrived in westin...relax at the bar.. then sleep

next day
tiger kingdom (very nice experience)
big buddha
wat chalong (nothing much)
phuket town view atop of hill nice restaurant too
back to hotel.. swim... then
patong beach area shopping... very nice...

back to hotel and fly back the next morning sad.gif
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How do I go to Phi Phi island from Phuket? Any recommendations where to stay in Phi Phi island? I'm just planning to head to Phi Phi island straight away. Been to Phuket too many times. Thanks!
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By the way, I just found out it's nearer to take a ferry/speedboat from Krabi to Phi Phi island. Anyway, I would still like to hear some feedback about where to stay and how to get there. Cheers!
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QUOTE(midnightsunray @ Aug 7 2014, 09:42 AM)
How do I go to Phi Phi island from Phuket? Any recommendations where to stay in Phi Phi island? I'm just planning to head to Phi Phi island straight away. Been to Phuket too many times. Thanks!
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i direct go to phiphi from krabi airport... and i walk in to to book my hotel at phiphi.. many hotels there..
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now is the best time for Phuket, the army cleared off some of the strectches, no more illegal chair for rent stuff..can rely relax .....
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first time go to thailand, through star cruise libra i think. should be a small boat. anyway, the ship's gonna stop at phuket for a day and krabi for another day. i have totally no idea what to do, any suggestion? btw there's 4 of us, one is my mum. so no notti stuff laugh.gif

for phuket, they're gonna stop at a jeti, but for krabi they're gonna use a boat to send us over to shore. should i hire a tour guide or just use tut-tut?
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QUOTE(don^don @ Aug 20 2014, 10:00 PM)
first time go to thailand, through star cruise libra i think. should be a small boat. anyway, the ship's gonna stop at phuket for a day and krabi for another day. i have totally no idea what to do, any suggestion?  btw there's 4 of us, one is my mum. so no notti stuff laugh.gif

for phuket, they're gonna stop at a jeti, but for krabi they're gonna use a boat to send us over to shore. should i hire a tour guide or just use tut-tut?
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Guys,

I am going to Phuket on this end of august. i will staying at Patong beach Hotel. Can anyone recommend me the agent which is provide good service and value for the island tour and city tour?

thanks a lot.
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QUOTE(don^don @ Aug 20 2014, 10:00 PM)
first time go to thailand, through star cruise libra i think. should be a small boat. anyway, the ship's gonna stop at phuket for a day and krabi for another day. i have totally no idea what to do, any suggestion?  btw there's 4 of us, one is my mum. so no notti stuff laugh.gif

for phuket, they're gonna stop at a jeti, but for krabi they're gonna use a boat to send us over to shore. should i hire a tour guide or just use tut-tut?
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I went on this cruise before. You can buy tour packages on the ship, their itineraries are compact but very rushed.

Tuk-tuk is fine but you have to be back at the ship before 8-9pm.

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QUOTE(Elem3nt @ Aug 21 2014, 06:15 PM)
Guys,

I am going to Phuket on this end of august. i will staying at Patong beach Hotel. Can anyone recommend me the agent which is provide good service and value for the island tour and city tour?

thanks a lot.
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Mayday travel Phuket is operated by a Johorean Chinese . The service is good and reliable .

For hotel - Grand Mercure Phuket , Holiday Inn Patong , Novotel Vintage Park

Avoid Horizon resort Patong
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Mayday travel Phuket is operated by a Johorean Chinese . The service is good and reliable .

For hotel - Grand Mercure Phuket , Holiday Inn Patong , Novotel Vintage Park

Avoid Horizon resort Patong
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mayday travel phuket already change name ...now is pavilion phuket...the boss still is zen lee..really a good agent there..
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anyone using star cruise cruise libra and stop by in phuket? what to do in phuket within the time limit arond 1 day before hoping back to the ship
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Similan is nice but torturing part of it is the 3 hours boat ride.  sweat.gif
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QUOTE(midnightsunray @ Aug 7 2014, 10:05 AM)
By the way, I just found out it's nearer to take a ferry/speedboat from Krabi to Phi Phi island. Anyway, I would still like to hear some feedback about where to stay and how to get there. Cheers!
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In phiphi basically you can just walk in and get your hotel room there..there Are so many hotels there...

For my few previous trips to phiphi, I took the ferry from Phuket ...

QUOTE(lfw @ Sep 4 2014, 05:57 PM)
you may opt to depart from Khao Lak instead of Phuket tongue.gif
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May I know how's Khao lak? Have u been there? Nice place?
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dear travellers, can travel to phuket if onli have 1k budget?? planning to go on Nov v friends.. but not sure whether 1k is sufficient or do i need to prepare more
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QUOTE(Mx-ZAi @ Sep 13 2014, 04:16 PM)
dear travellers, can travel to phuket if onli have 1k budget?? planning to go on Nov v friends.. but not sure whether 1k is sufficient or do i need to prepare more
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How many days? Last time I went to Krabi, Phi Phi and Phuket for a week, budget under 1k icon_idea.gif
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How many days? Last time I went to Krabi, Phi Phi and Phuket for a week, budget under 1k  icon_idea.gif
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looking at probably 3-4 days.. WOW! must have gotten a very cheap airticket i suppose? im not sure by now we could have that kinda rate for tickets in november.. hmm
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looking at probably 3-4 days.. WOW! must have gotten a very cheap airticket i suppose? im not sure by now we could have that kinda rate for tickets in november.. hmm
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Didn't fly there. Took the bus.
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Hey people, is it possible to go Phuket for only 2 full days?

From 27th to 30th. 30th early flight back. 27th 945am flight, so considered half day also.
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QUOTE(voyage23 @ Sep 20 2014, 09:24 AM)
Hey people, is it possible to go Phuket for only 2 full days?

From 27th to 30th. 30th early flight back. 27th 945am flight, so considered half day also.
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Can see the island in one day. But don't expect too much
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QUOTE(voyage23 @ Sep 20 2014, 09:24 AM)
Hey people, is it possible to go Phuket for only 2 full days?

From 27th to 30th. 30th early flight back. 27th 945am flight, so considered half day also.
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Depends what you would like to do there. If you plan to explore whole island then of coz not possible.

First day after arrival and check in, can do some day activities, second and third day you can go for different island hopping etc..
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Does anyone here have info on the free shuttle from patong to central festival? As far as I know the shuttle pickups are from certain hotels only. Can I take the shuttle back to patong from central festival if I'm not staying at these hotels?
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Anyone can recommended any car rental service in Ao Nang area Krabi?
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I fell in love with Similan and Tachai, anyone been there before?

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Similan is the best scenery in Thailand!! July last time i went to Phuket, unfortunately Similan tour is close on May - October.. Similan tour is the most expansive island tour in Thailand, 2500 baht.. They will stop 4 islands for snorkeling, sight seeing, relaxing & lunch..

Someday i will go!! biggrin.gif
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Rent scooter lagi best biggrin.gif easy to move, park, 60baht petrol enough for 1 day. Last time i went to Krabi Town from Ao Nang with scooter only biggrin.gif
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But won't it be dangerous? And we are two people here. How's the traffic condition there by the way?
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But won't it be dangerous? And we are two people here. How's the traffic condition there by the way?
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Hi all

I am planning to go to Phuket for a 5d4n vacation for 4 pax. Hotel is always definitely on budget (but not too cheap as well!) as we'll be out most of the time.

Also, any tattoo parlor in Phuket?
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Oct 30 2014, 06:11 AM)
Similan is the best scenery in Thailand!! July last time i went to Phuket, unfortunately Similan tour is close on May - October.. Similan tour is the most expansive island tour in Thailand, 2500 baht.. They will stop 4 islands for snorkeling, sight seeing, relaxing & lunch..

Someday i will go!! biggrin.gif
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2500 baht?

I paid 1000 baht last 2 years. Increase so much already? shocking.gif
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2500 baht?

I paid 1000 baht last 2 years. Increase so much already?  shocking.gif
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Wow increase so many shocking.gif i don't know last time is 1000 baht only. My friend work as travel agency at Patong there, she told me 2500 baht per head..
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Nov 10 2014, 06:48 PM)
Wow increase so many  shocking.gif  i don't know last time is 1000 baht only. My friend work as travel agency at Patong there, she told me 2500 baht per head..
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Be sure to check out other agency as well. And nego nego nego. thumbup.gif
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Hi all

I am planning to go to Phuket for a 5d4n vacation for 4 pax. Hotel is always definitely on budget (but not too cheap as well!) as we'll be out most of the time.

Also, any tattoo parlor in Phuket?
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Many tattoo parlor there, but i don't sure the price. I think temporary around 500 baht, permanent from 2000 baht.. Which area u want to stay..? Near Patong beach? Kata beach? Near Bangla road? Hehehe... Try to stay 1 night at Phi Phi Island smile.gif

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Be sure to check out other agency as well. And nego nego nego.  thumbup.gif
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Hi there,

Would like to get some advice from you guys here.

I am planning to book the island tour from mayday fair travel agency and the rates are as below:

James Bond Island - 2000 baht (which includes: Av 15mins / Elephant trekking 15mins, Ox-cart Riding, Buffalo Photo Taking, Fish Spa, Sea-Canoeing, Monkey & Elephant Show, Lunch , Tour Guide , Insurance , Sea-canoe Equipment , Refreshment on board , Life Jacket , National Park Entry fee.) Is it expensive?

Phi-Phi Island - 1500 bath (which includes: Lunch , Tour Guide , Insurance , Snorkerling Equipment (Fin exclusive) , Refreshment on board , Life Jacket , National Park Entry fee) Is the price reasonable?

I also intend to allocate 1000 bath for the food every day (mostly local thai food - like the nutella banana roti canai) btw what else is good there? any recommendations?

How much does the normal massage session costs? foot and full body? and which are the recommended ones?

And lastly, how much should i pay for my transportation from airport to patong? and should i get the hotel to settle this on my behalf or can i just get a cab once i arrive at the airport?

I intend to travel around the patong area myself (solo trip) for one day - circle around the town, watch some muay thai fights and several other things (possibly visit buddha statue). Which mode of transportation is preferable? scooter, walk or cab?

Thank you.
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QUOTE(adeeppurity @ Nov 17 2014, 06:47 AM)
Many tattoo parlor there, but i don't sure the price. I think temporary around 500 baht, permanent from 2000 baht.. Which area u want to stay..? Near Patong beach? Kata beach? Near Bangla road? Hehehe... Try to stay 1 night at Phi Phi Island smile.gif
Yes absolutely, last time i almost pay 1200 baht for Phi Phi Island tour, walk n look around agency, nego nego i got 900 baht biggrin.gif
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Am not sure to stay at Patong side or Phuket town side.

Where will you recommend, other than Phi Phi Island?
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Am not sure to stay at Patong side or Phuket town side.

Where will you recommend, other than Phi Phi Island?
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phi phi island the best la bro.. tattoo parlor also everywhere on the street ..better stay for 3 nite ..really ohsemm thumbup.gif
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from krabi i take ferry ( 1 n half hour) to phi phi for 2 person on round trip only 1600bath...just came back from phi phi last week...from phi phi for island trip can get 600 bath per boat which is long tail boats / taxi boats... can choose full day package or half day package tour..very2 cheap compare to island trip in malaysia...
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Dear all lowyat forum member, I will travel to phuket at 23 Mar 2015 for 5 days. Any recommendation place and hotel to visit and live?
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Dear all lowyat forum member, I will travel to phuket at 23 Mar 2015 for 5 days. Any recommendation place and hotel to visit and live?
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Last time I stayed at Tune Hotel Patong for RM30/night, so worth it drool.gif

Places to visit:
Siam Niramit
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Phuket island - Big Buddha Hill, Phromthep cape, Karon, Kata Noi
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Plannning to go to Phuket on March 2015. Can i know whats the budget going to Phuket by land for 3-4days? I'm planning to take a van from Dannok to Hatyai and then from Hatyai to Phuket. Is it okay? Can recommend nice and cheap hotels? Please recommend me some nice activities as well including the fees. Thx in advance.
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 4 2015, 03:37 PM)
Last time I stayed at Tune Hotel Patong for RM30/night, so worth it  drool.gif

Places to visit:
Siam Niramit
Simon cabaret show
Phuket island - Big Buddha Hill, Phromthep cape, Karon, Kata Noi
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how did u get RM30/night? Isnt the rate rm100++?
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how did u get RM30/night? Isnt the rate rm100++?
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Didn't fly there. Took the bus.
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Can u elaborate more on the transportation to phuket? U took bus directly from KL or from hat yai? I am planning to go there but so lazy to fly. But train from KL to hat yai will take 13 hours and another 8 hours bus ride to phuket
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Can u elaborate more on the transportation to phuket? U took bus directly from KL or from hat yai? I am planning to go there but so lazy to fly. But train from KL to hat yai will take 13 hours and another 8 hours bus ride to phuket
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KBES bus to Hatyai from KL (RM50), then took public bus to Krabi (THB180), from Krabi bus station, took songthaew to aonang (THB60). From Krabi, took minivan (THB250) to Patong.

Back to Hatyai by bus for THB330. And then back to KL using KBES bus for RM50.
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 9 2015, 09:26 PM)
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KBES bus to Hatyai from KL (RM50), then took public bus to Krabi (THB180), from Krabi bus station, took songthaew to aonang (THB60). From Krabi, took minivan (THB250) to Patong.

Back to Hatyai by bus for THB330. And then back to KL using KBES bus for RM50.
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How long was the total journey? I was thinking to go on chinese new year
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How long was the total journey? I was thinking to go on chinese new year
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CNY? Peak season la.

7-8 hours to Hatyai? 5 hours to Krabi, 3 hours to Phuket
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CNY? Peak season la.

7-8 hours to Hatyai? 5 hours to Krabi, 3 hours to Phuket
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I know. I just wanna get away from home smile.gif or if i cant get any hostel/ hotel most probably I will take train to BKK. 24hrs journey kira okkay ler.

The reason why phuket is bungy jump and parasailing smile.gif
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 10 2015, 10:16 AM)
I know. I just wanna get away from home smile.gif or if i cant get any hostel/ hotel most probably I will take train to BKK. 24hrs journey kira okkay ler.

The reason why phuket is bungy jump and parasailing smile.gif
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Should be no problem since it's not a major holiday in thailand like songkran.
Just the prices will be a bit higher than usual.

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 10 2015, 11:33 AM)
Should be no problem since it's not a major holiday in thailand like songkran.
Just the prices will be a bit higher than usual.
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I have booked my accomodation for 4D 3N at Patong Ours guesthouse. According to the reviews and map, its located very near to beach.

For transportation to phuket maybe I will go there by bus to Hat yai and take minivan/ VIP bus to Phuket. Going back to KL maybe I will consider taking a flight

For 4D 3N what do you suggest me to do? My bucketlist: bungjy jumping and parasailing. Im suck in swimming and snorkeling so I will not go for snorkeling package. Maybe some hiking/ trekking or cave tour?

And again i will go solo.
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I have booked my accomodation for 4D 3N at Patong Ours guesthouse. According to the reviews and map, its located very near to beach.

For transportation to phuket maybe I will go there by bus to Hat yai and take minivan/ VIP bus to Phuket. Going back to KL maybe I will consider taking a flight

For 4D 3N what do you suggest me to do? My bucketlist: bungjy jumping and parasailing. Im suck in swimming and snorkeling so I will not go for snorkeling package. Maybe some hiking/ trekking or cave tour?

And again i will go solo.
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If you can ride scooter, you can tour the island on your own icon_idea.gif
Promthep cape and karon viewpoint is very scenic thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 12 2015, 06:09 PM)
If you can ride scooter, you can tour the island on your own  icon_idea.gif
Promthep cape and karon viewpoint is very scenic  thumbup.gif
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Just wondering will it be weird if i took island tour but skip the snorkeling part? Maybe i will stay lepaking on the boat observing others having their own sweet time? Hahahaha

Ya. Im planning to rent a scooter for couple of days and explore the whole phuket (if possible).


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Just wondering will it be weird if i took island tour but skip the snorkeling part? Maybe i will stay lepaking on the boat observing others having their own sweet time? Hahahaha

Ya. Im planning to rent a scooter for couple of days and explore the whole phuket (if possible).
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Nope, a lot of ppl do it all the time. Which island tour are u taking?
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Nope, a lot of ppl do it all the time. Which  island tour are u taking?
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I heard similan and raya are nice and phi phi as well but 3hrs boat ride to phi phi rclxub.gif plus im alone (if with buddies than its okay..have partner to chit chat or gossip) maybe i will put phi phi tour in my last list.


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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 12 2015, 08:56 PM)
I heard similan and raya are nice and phi phi as well but 3hrs boat ride to phi phi  rclxub.gif plus im alone (if with buddies than its okay..have partner to chit chat or gossip) maybe i will put phi phi tour in my last list.
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Aha, should've gone to phi phi via aonang, only 45 minutes icon_idea.gif
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Aha, should've gone to phi phi via aonang, only 45 minutes  icon_idea.gif
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If from ao nang to phi phi, then i should burn my 1st day booking at patong. So from KL to Hat yai to Krabi to Phi Phi. Maybe spend a night at krabi the next day to Phi Phi and Phuket by ferry. Sounds better than KL-Hat yai-Phuket-Phi phi island tour kan?

I just came back from Jln Duta bus station thought of buying bus ticket to Hat yai via counter..ended up didnt buy because I found its cheaper to buy it online. Online only rm50.59 (exclude rm1 online charge) compares to rm53.10 at the counter. Somehow I think the guy at the counter is the ulat tiket
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 12 2015, 10:10 PM)
If from ao nang to phi phi, then i should burn my 1st day booking at patong. So from KL to Hat yai to Krabi to Phi Phi. Maybe spend a night at krabi the next day to Phi Phi and Phuket by ferry. Sounds better than KL-Hat yai-Phuket-Phi phi island tour kan?

I just came back from Jln Duta bus station thought of buying bus ticket to Hat yai via counter..ended up didnt buy because I found its cheaper to buy it online. Online only rm50.59 (exclude rm1 online charge) compares to rm53.10 at the counter. Somehow I think the guy at the counter is the ulat tiket
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Got ticket for direct ferry from aonang to phuket. Aonang to phi phi to phuket need to DIY a bit. 2 hours journey from aonang to phi phi, reach there 11am then have to wait for afternoon ferry at 1pm.
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 12 2015, 10:24 PM)
Got ticket for direct ferry from aonang to phuket. Aonang to phi phi to phuket need to DIY a bit. 2 hours journey from aonang to phi phi, reach there 11am then have to wait for afternoon ferry at 1pm.
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I need to adjust my iti again. Luckily my 1st day in Patong I booked a backpacker dorm smile.gif

I will take Ao nang-Phi phi - Phuket. If there's time constraint, I will overnight at either Ao nang or Phi2 smile.gif
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I need to adjust my iti again. Luckily my 1st day in Patong I booked a backpacker dorm smile.gif

I will take Ao nang-Phi phi - Phuket. If there's time constraint, I will overnight at either Ao nang or Phi2 smile.gif
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Recommended to stay at phi phi overnight if you want to see maya bay and phi phi viewpoint. icon_idea.gif
The time gap between ferries is not enough to see phi phi. icon_rolleyes.gif

Can tapau me some donuts from there? drool.gif drool.gif blush.gif

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 13 2015, 08:39 AM)
Recommended to stay at phi phi overnight if you want to see maya bay and phi phi viewpoint.  icon_idea.gif
The time gap between ferries is not enough to see phi phi.  icon_rolleyes.gif

Can tapau me some donuts from there?  drool.gif  drool.gif  blush.gif
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haiyya...now im having trouble. done with Phi2 hotel booking. going to stay there for a night smile.gif
what worries me is the journey from Hat Yai to Krabi. Some says it took 6-7 hours to reach Krabi. I need to get into the last ferry at 3pm to Phi2. Mati lah if I cant get into the last ferry. burn again my hotel booking

now surveying any travel agency in Hat yai which can provide transportation from Hat Yai to Phi2. I saw 1 from Cathay Tour Thailand.

what donut? if your donut can last long for 1 week then I can buy it for u
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haiyya...now im having trouble. done with Phi2 hotel booking. going to stay there for a night smile.gif
what worries me is the journey from Hat Yai to Krabi. Some says it took 6-7 hours to reach Krabi. I need to get into the last ferry at 3pm to Phi2. Mati lah if I cant get into the last ferry. burn again my hotel booking

now surveying any travel agency in Hat yai which can provide transportation from Hat Yai to Phi2. I saw 1 from Cathay Tour Thailand.

what donut? if your donut can last long for 1 week then I can buy it for u
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Depends, last time I took 2nd class bus from hatyai to krabi bus station there about 5h 30m. hmm.gif
Your itinerary seems quite rushed, why not stay overnight at aonang? From aonang, you can easily get a ferry to phi phi. icon_idea.gif

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Depends, last time I took 2nd class bus from hatyai to krabi bus station there about 5h 30m.  hmm.gif
Your itinerary seems quite rushed, why not stay overnight at aonang? From aonang, you can easily get a ferry to phi phi.  icon_idea.gif
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I cant. I have already booked bus ticket and accomodation (1st night at Phi Phi, 3N at Patong). I always like this..booked everything then later plan doh.gif . Bcoz i tot the minivan is like the one in bangkok where the earliest is at 0530am. But fron the travel blog or even tripadvisor the minivan to krabi is usually at 0900am. Menangis la macam ini. But if i can find a travel agency which can provide transportation directly to phi phi, then it will be a big relief.
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 13 2015, 08:33 PM)
I cant. I have already booked bus ticket and accomodation (1st night at Phi Phi, 3N at Patong). I always like this..booked everything then later plan  doh.gif . Bcoz i tot the minivan is like the one in bangkok where the earliest is at 0530am. But fron the travel blog or even tripadvisor the minivan to krabi is usually at 0900am. Menangis la macam ini. But if i can find a travel agency which can provide transportation directly to phi phi, then it will be a big relief.
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Hahaha, if you willing to burn your bus ticket, take flight to krabi la icon_idea.gif
Safer and faster method icon_idea.gif

In the end, when you calculate back, flying actually cheaper hmm.gif
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 13 2015, 08:49 PM)
Hahaha, if you willing to burn your bus ticket, take flight to krabi la  icon_idea.gif
Safer and faster method  icon_idea.gif

In the end, when you calculate back, flying actually cheaper  hmm.gif
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No flight promo right now. The cheapest is rm799 return cry.gif . I will survey MAS promo this midnight check for any luck smile.gif

Its okay. Plan A tak jalan. Plan B is there. My plan B is to cry cry ask for any mercy from anyone who can bring me there. Hopefully any boatman can bring me to phi phi. A bit risky and stupid plan

Ha ha ha ha
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 13 2015, 09:40 PM)
No flight promo right now. The cheapest is rm799 return  cry.gif . I will survey MAS promo this midnight check for any luck smile.gif

Its okay. Plan A tak jalan. Plan B is there. My plan B is to cry cry ask for any mercy from anyone who can bring me there. Hopefully any boatman can bring me to phi phi. A bit risky  and stupid plan

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When u going? Buy one way flight to krabi la. Air Asia cheap only. Take bus back icon_rolleyes.gif

clicky

Fuh, from krabi to phi phi on long tail take a very long time, not safe summore

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 13 2015, 09:44 PM)
When u going? Buy one way flight to krabi la. Air Asia cheap only. Take bus back  icon_rolleyes.gif

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Fuh, from krabi to phi phi on long tail take a very long time, not safe summore
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Expensive lorhhh...rm291 one way. The cheapest of all. Im going a day before CNY. I dont think there will be any promo on that date. Bus only costs me rm50.59 je.
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 13 2015, 09:56 PM)
Expensive lorhhh...rm291 one way. The cheapest of all. Im going a day before CNY. I dont think there will be any promo on that date. Bus only costs me rm50.59 je.
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Bus to Hatyai only, still need to find bus/van in hatyai to get to krabi wink.gif
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 13 2015, 10:10 PM)
Bus to Hatyai only, still need to find bus/van in hatyai to get to krabi  wink.gif
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Rm291 direct flight to krabi. Fuh fuh fuhhh.... my trip will no longer in budget laugh.gif

I will put it in my plan C. Plan emergency hahaha
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I have booked my accomodation for 4D 3N at Patong Ours guesthouse. According to the reviews and map, its located very near to beach.

For transportation to phuket maybe I will go there by bus to Hat yai and take minivan/ VIP bus to Phuket. Going back to KL maybe I will consider taking a flight

For 4D 3N what do you suggest me to do? My bucketlist: bungjy jumping and parasailing. Im suck in swimming and snorkeling so I will not go for snorkeling package. Maybe some hiking/ trekking or cave tour?

And again i will go solo.
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i just got back from phuket. staying at patong area like you too. Patong is very far from the actual phuket town, well...about 15-20 mins drive if no traffic jam during the peak hours.

i spent 4d3n too! if you are not into snorkeling or swimming, maybe you can visit local temples like chalong wat is pretty famous with the three monks, then there is a big buddha too. I don't go swimming as its really hot there at this month so i just went sightseeing along those beautiful beaches. kata , surin, rawai, karon are the beaches i went. I think Promthep cape is best to visit around 6pm local time, so you best get there by 5.30pm to find a parking and wait for the sunset. Its really beautiful. Then after the sunset, you can drive further down to another beach. Especially night time you may sit at Rawai beach where there is a row of restaurants there for your choice. If friday night then you can go down town at phuket to visit the old street. Local say its one of the special night where the streets are closed from traffic and people can walk down the street. Forgot the name of the street, but its where those Sino-Portuguese Houses are located. Just ask the taxi / tut tut driver then they will know.

staying at patong is a good choice too. you can walk around there at night. if you are a nightlife animal then you come to the right place. its near bangla soi and its within walking distance. just go local 7/11 and spend 300bht buy a internet sim then use the google map function to bring you around. its helpful when you want to look for something and go solo. Try their famous bbq, moo ka tha. Its like our steamboat but somehow i like it their way hehe

but beware of those taxi tho, some taxi are notorious for overcharging. make sure you ask before you ride in.

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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 13 2015, 10:28 PM)
Rm291 direct flight to krabi. Fuh fuh fuhhh.... my trip will no longer in budget laugh.gif

I will put it in my plan C. Plan emergency hahaha
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Hahaha, up to you lah. laugh.gif
So fast la u travel, can enjoy or not? sweat.gif

If me, I kenot. One place must at least a full day. biggrin.gif

QUOTE(Lupine101 @ Jan 13 2015, 11:24 PM)
i just got back from phuket. staying at patong area like you too. Patong is very far from the actual phuket town, well...about 15-20 mins drive if no traffic jam during the peak hours.

i spent 4d3n too! if you are not into snorkeling or swimming, maybe you can visit local temples like chalong wat is pretty famous with the three monks, then there is a big buddha too. I don't go swimming as its really hot there at this month so i just went sightseeing along those beautiful beaches. kata , surin, rawai, karon are the beaches i went. I think Promthep cape is best to visit around 6pm local time, so you best get there by 5.30pm to find a parking and wait for the sunset. Its really beautiful. Then after the sunset, you can drive further down to another beach. Especially night time you may sit at Rawai beach where there is a row of restaurants there for your choice. If friday night then you can go down town at phuket to visit the old street. Local say its one of the special night where the streets are closed from traffic and people can walk down the street. Forgot the name of the street, but its where those Sino-Portuguese Houses are located. Just ask the taxi / tut tut driver then they will know.

staying at patong is a good choice too. you can walk around there at night. if you are a nightlife animal then you come to the right place. its near bangla soi and its within walking distance. just go local 7/11 and spend 300bht buy a internet sim then use the google map function to bring you around. its helpful when you want to look for something and go solo. Try their famous bbq, moo ka tha. Its like our steamboat but somehow i like it their way hehe

but beware of those taxi tho, some taxi are notorious for overcharging. make sure you ask before you ride in.
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Rawai beach not very nice sweat.gif
Food-wise, malin plaza is a very nice place to get food drool.gif

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i just got back from phuket. staying at patong area like you too. Patong is very far from the actual phuket town, well...about 15-20 mins drive if no traffic jam during the peak hours.

i spent 4d3n too! if you are not into snorkeling or swimming, maybe you can visit local temples like chalong wat is pretty famous with the three monks, then there is a big buddha too. I don't go swimming as its really hot there at this month so i just went sightseeing along those beautiful beaches. kata , surin, rawai, karon are the beaches i went. I think Promthep cape is best to visit around 6pm local time, so you best get there by 5.30pm to find a parking and wait for the sunset. Its really beautiful. Then after the sunset, you can drive further down to another beach. Especially night time you may sit at Rawai beach where there is a row of restaurants there for your choice. If friday night then you can go down town at phuket to visit the old street. Local say its one of the special night where the streets are closed from traffic and people can walk down the street. Forgot the name of the street, but its where those Sino-Portuguese Houses are located. Just ask the taxi / tut tut driver then they will know.

staying at patong is a good choice too. you can walk around there at night. if you are a nightlife animal then you come to the right place. its near bangla soi and its within walking distance. just go local 7/11 and spend 300bht buy a internet sim then use the google map function to bring you around. its helpful when you want to look for something and go solo. Try their famous bbq, moo ka tha. Its like our steamboat but somehow i like it their way hehe

but beware of those taxi tho, some taxi are notorious for overcharging. make sure you ask before you ride in.
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ahhh..very nice review! the nightlife animal laugh.gif sweat.gif hahaha....

not planning to take taxi or tuk tuk. i prefer to walk or maybe I will rent a scooter for a couple of days. The rental in Thailand is very cheap

Promthep cave, Phuket old street.. i will include these in my iti
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 14 2015, 09:03 AM)
Hahaha, up to you lah.  laugh.gif
So fast la u travel, can enjoy or not?  sweat.gif

If me, I kenot. One place must at least a full day.  biggrin.gif
Rawai beach not very nice  sweat.gif
Food-wise, malin plaza is a very nice place to get food  drool.gif
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ah ha...my own version of "the amazing race" but without partner hahaha. loser kan? laugh.gif
I will ask pipu around and from other travel forum as well. If many pipu say its very risky, then I have to get into the plane lorh. habis duit lagi. burn 1st night hostel (luckily cheap hostel) and bus ticket. almost RM100 jugak. I can eat good food with that amount cry.gif

Malin plaza? What kinda foods? I cant simply eat foods. I have limitation cry.gif
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 14 2015, 09:46 AM)
ah ha...my own version of "the amazing race" but without partner hahaha. loser kan?  laugh.gif 
I will ask pipu around and from other travel forum as well. If many pipu say its very risky, then I have to get into the plane lorh. habis duit lagi. burn 1st night hostel (luckily cheap hostel) and bus ticket. almost RM100 jugak. I can eat good food with that amount  cry.gif 

Malin plaza? What kinda foods? I cant simply eat foods. I have limitation  cry.gif
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Pretty risky to go phi phi in longtail boat, could take 2-3 hours to get to phi phi don, depends on the sea condition that time, could be very choppy, summore you may have to rent the whole boat, which I think it very expensive, high chance to kena cut kaw2 if they know u are desperate.

Don't worry, got many foods there, macam2 ada drool.gif

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Don't worry, got many foods there, macam2 ada  drool.gif

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i just bought a flight tix to Krabi. cakap tak serupa bikin. but i will go one day earlier on Jan 17th. bcoz the flight tix is RM44 cheaper agagagaga... gua jinjia kiamsiap. booked a backpacker hostel at RM33 so I still save RM11 hahahaha laugh.gif

eh baideway thanks
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i just bought a flight tix to Krabi. cakap tak serupa bikin. but i will go one day earlier on Jan 17th. bcoz the flight tix is RM44 cheaper agagagaga... gua jinjia kiamsiap. booked a backpacker hostel at RM33 so I still save RM11 hahahaha  laugh.gif

eh baideway thanks
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Np, when you're in phuket, maybe can go watch simon show. Worth it, you'll forget about your troubles getting to phuket after the show brows.gif

One last thing. Recommend this tour agent, very nice person and and very generous with discounts. I rented my scooter and booked all my tours from her. Her booth is here in front of the 7 eleven. Pls say hi to her for me. laugh.gif

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Np, when you're in phuket, maybe can go watch simon show. Worth it, you'll forget about your troubles getting to phuket after the show brows.gif

One last thing. Recommend this tour agent, very nice person and and very generous with discounts. I rented my scooter and booked all my tours from her. Her booth is here in front of the 7 eleven. Pls say hi to her for me.  laugh.gif

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okay. ill take selfus with her later and post it here!
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okay. ill take selfus with her later and post it here!
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haha. ya you should try simon show also. its a cabaret show. very interesting to watch. i think ticket is 700 bht, you have to spend your cash wisely if you are on a budget.

oh ya! go ask a local and say you wanna go mee ton poe, its a restaurant. the food is really authentic phuket style and comes with cheap price. You wont regret it. Even the name card of that restaurant says if you dont eat there you are never in phuket =P

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QUOTE(matbond. @ Jan 14 2015, 02:11 PM)
i have budget rm500 for 2 days in phuket. can recommend me what i can do? alone. backpacking. single men. pls guide coz i have zero idea, its just my raging hormones suddenly bought the flight ticket.
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Day time, rent scooter and ride around phuket. Got many nice places to go, karon, kata beach, nai harn , promthep cape, karon viewpoint etc
Night time, can go watch some night show like simon show or phuket fantasea. Or maybe visit bangla soi icon_idea.gif

Wanted to share my itinerary through my blog but I'm still playing catch up with the writing sad.gif
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aiya! i missed out phuket fantasea!!! there's a white tiger inside summore... =(
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okay. ill take selfus with her later and post it here!
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QUOTE(Lupine101 @ Jan 14 2015, 05:57 PM)
haha. ya you should try simon show also. its a cabaret show. very interesting to watch. i think ticket is 700 bht, you have to spend your cash wisely if you are on a budget.

oh ya! go ask a local and say you wanna go mee ton poe, its a restaurant. the food is really authentic phuket style and comes with cheap price. You wont regret it. Even the name card of that restaurant says if you dont eat there you are never in phuket =P
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I got it for THB600 last time drool.gif

Also be careful when you take photos with ladyboys

Taking selfie with one ladyboy = THB100
So if you take one photo with 10 ladyboys in it = there goes your budget brows.gif
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QUOTE(matbond. @ Jan 14 2015, 02:11 PM)
i have budget rm500 for 2 days in phuket. can recommend me what i can do? alone. backpacking. single men. pls guide coz i have zero idea, its just my raging hormones suddenly bought the flight ticket.
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RM500 is about 4500bht.

just a rough figure for you to estimate,

phuket fantasea ticket is 2200 bht adult,

simon cabaret show is 700 bht,

food can range between 150-300 depends on where/what you ordered,

not sure how much is scooter, but if you rent a car, its about 1k bht per day


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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 14 2015, 06:03 PM)
I got it for THB600 last time  drool.gif

Also be careful when you take photos with ladyboys

Taking selfie with one ladyboy = THB100
So if you take one photo with 10 ladyboys in it = there goes your budget  brows.gif
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ya the selfie is about 100bht per ladyboy. i was lucky because im going with a local, so she warned me be careful already. i witnessed a korean girl with no baht change at all, forced to pay usd as she panicked and took out her whole travel wallet stuffed with usd . all of sudden you are like food inside a pool of shark d lol
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QUOTE(Lupine101 @ Jan 14 2015, 05:57 PM)
haha. ya you should try simon show also. its a cabaret show. very interesting to watch. i think ticket is 700 bht, you have to spend your cash wisely if you are on a budget.

oh ya! go ask a local and say you wanna go mee ton poe, its a restaurant. the food is really authentic phuket style and comes with cheap price. You wont regret it. Even the name card of that restaurant says if you dont eat there you are never in phuket =P
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Can't eat there cry.gif. Pork pork pork dishes on every menu sobsobs. Nm, I will just pass by tye restaurant to get the smell pun jadi lah. Hahaha

Okay. Simon show will include in my iti. Never watch cabaret show in my life
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 14 2015, 06:03 PM)
I got it for THB600 last time  drool.gif

Also be careful when you take photos with ladyboys

Taking selfie with one ladyboy = THB100
So if you take one photo with 10 ladyboys in it = there goes your budget  brows.gif
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Ladyboys???? If boys then im okay paying money. If ladyboys...erkkkk. taknak lah

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Ladyboys???? If boys then im okay paying money. If ladyboys...erkkkk. taknak lah

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Got transmen also  brows.gif
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Gagaggaga...transmen? Doesnt sound tempting at all laugh.gif better watch muay thai show. Real men fighting. Watch them fighting while eating kuaci krup krap
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got one at patong leh...if u wanna watch. the boxing stadium.

if not u go chalong, got muay thai camp!! lol
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QUOTE(Lupine101 @ Jan 14 2015, 11:08 PM)
got one at patong leh...if u wanna watch. the boxing stadium.

if not u go chalong, got muay thai camp!! lol
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How much do i have to pay to watch a muay thai match at the boxing stadium?
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QUOTE(nscid @ Jan 14 2015, 09:37 PM)
Gagaggaga...transmen? Doesnt sound tempting at all laugh.gif better watch muay thai show. Real men fighting. Watch them fighting while eating kuaci krup krap
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QUOTE(hustlerism @ Jan 15 2015, 07:22 AM)
How much do i have to pay to watch a muay thai match at the boxing stadium?
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1500 baht for normal seat? hmm.gif
If want to seat closer, even more expensive
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im going to krabi 13-15 feb..anyone have suggestion ??
best place to visit?
best place food?
night life...
huhuhu
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 05:29 PM)
im going to krabi 13-15 feb..anyone have suggestion ??
best place to visit?
best place food?
night life...
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Aonang beach is where all the action is in krabi brows.gif
While in aonang, you can go on several different island tours, phi phi, hong or 4 islands
Can also take taxi boat to railay beach for some r&r
When in aonang, must also try the pancake rotee

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 15 2015, 11:54 AM)
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1500 baht for normal seat?  hmm.gif
If want to seat closer, even more expensive
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Oh my! Quite expensive. I'll pass then. hehe
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 15 2015, 05:54 PM)
Aonang beach is where all the action is in krabi brows.gif
While in aonang, you can go on several different island tours, phi phi, hong or 4 islands
Can also take taxi boat to railay beach for some r&r
When in aonang, must also try the pancake rotee
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any suggested hotel?? my budget not so high...huhuhu...
and how bout night life there??interesting?? rclxms.gif rclxms.gif rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 06:13 PM)
any suggested hotel?? my budget not so high...huhuhu...
and how bout night life there??interesting?? rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif
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What is your budget?
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 06:13 PM)
any suggested hotel?? my budget not so high...huhuhu...
and how bout night life there??interesting?? rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif
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Whats ur budget? If u dun mind hostel, stay at aonang 88, i stayed there last time, cheap onli rm20/ night

Night life ah? Got la but its pretty tame compared to phuket
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Jan 15 2015, 07:07 PM)
Whats ur budget? If u dun mind hostel, stay at aonang 88, i stayed there last time, cheap onli rm20/ night

Night life ah? Got la but its pretty tame compared to phuket
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im with 2 my fren..all boys...hahaha..
so we need to found cheap hotel but after my research aonang are the best place to stay..
is it true??
my friend also need massage..krabi have it.huhuhu
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What is your budget?
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not so expensive la...coz im stay 2 night... cool.gif
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 07:35 PM)
im with 2 my fren..all boys...hahaha..
so we need to found cheap hotel but after my research aonang are the best place to stay..
is it true??
my friend also need massage..krabi have it.huhuhu
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Yes, very easy to get tours and transport at aonang
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 07:36 PM)
not so expensive la...coz im stay 2 night... cool.gif
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Last time i stayed at Aonang Goodwill. You can probably stay at Aonang smile. Same owner i guess but rather closer to the beach.
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QUOTE(hustlerism @ Jan 15 2015, 07:51 PM)
Last time i stayed at Aonang Goodwill. You can probably stay at Aonang smile. Same owner i guess but rather closer to the beach.
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how much pernight??? rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(kimio77 @ Jan 15 2015, 08:39 PM)
how much pernight??? rclxms.gif
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Aonang Goodwill
Aonang Smile
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tqtq..damn...full book la.. icon_question.gif icon_question.gif
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tqtq..damn...full book la..  icon_question.gif  icon_question.gif
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U can search for other hotel in Agoda. Click show on map so you can know where the hotel is exactly.
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use booking.com better. price is also cheap but its all in price including tax and vat etc
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hello all phuket sifus!

may i know got any receommend hotel can intro me? budget within RM200 for 3 person.Prefer to stay at patong beach & phuket town

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What should I provide to rent a scooter at Phuket? just a photocopy of passport will do?

planning to go this coming April/May
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QUOTE(Predator10 @ Feb 16 2015, 08:58 AM)
What should I provide to rent a scooter at Phuket? just a photocopy of passport will do?

planning to go this coming April/May
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They don't accept photocopy these days, unless you willing to pay a huge deposit (something like 200 euros like that). Still, I wouldn't want to give my passport to any roadside vendor.

Safest way is to rent from your guesthouse (may cost a bit more but still very safe), or deal with a reliable tour agent. If you want, I can recommend the below tour agent (Vi). Lovely lady, very nice person that's why I steer travelers to her if I can. My dealings with her have have been very pleasant, no problems so far smile.gif

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Np, when you're in phuket, maybe can go watch simon show. Worth it, you'll forget about your troubles getting to phuket after the show brows.gif

One last thing. Recommend this tour agent, very nice person and and very generous with discounts. I rented my scooter and booked all my tours from her. Her booth is here in front of the 7 eleven. Pls say hi to her for me.  laugh.gif

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Feb 16 2015, 09:08 AM)
They don't accept photocopy these days, unless you willing to pay a huge deposit (something like 200 euros like that). Still, I wouldn't want to give my passport to any roadside vendor.

Safest way is to rent from your guesthouse (may cost a bit more but still very safe), or deal with a reliable tour agent. If you want, I can recommend the below tour agent (Vi). Lovely lady, very nice person that's why I steer travelers to her if I can. My dealings with her have have been very pleasant, no problems so far  smile.gif
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Thanks for your reply & recommendation, may I know how much it cost per day?

I don't have license here in Malaysia.. but should be ok if it's just scooter.. laugh.gif
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Thanks for your reply & recommendation, may I know how much it cost per day?

I don't have license here in Malaysia.. but should be ok if it's just scooter.. laugh.gif
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THB200-250, most are renting at THB250. See how you bargain, I rented two days for THB400
The roads are pretty well maintained, but do becareful of traffic there especially in Patong and Phuket town (not as bad as Hanoi though)

Just watch out for traffic police though, if you have the worst luck of being stopped by one and you got no driver's license to show, confirm will kena saman... unless you really have a poker face... laugh.gif

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THB200-250, most are renting at THB250. See how you bargain, I rented two days for THB400
The roads are pretty well maintained, but do becareful of traffic there especially in Patong and Phuket town (not as bad as Hanoi though)

Just watch out for traffic police though, if you have the worst luck of being stopped by one and you got no driver's license to show, confirm will kena saman... unless you really have a poker face...  laugh.gif

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That's quite reasonable  thumbup.gif is their English good? else I'll need to learn some Thai language from my aunt..  laugh.gif

I have driving license, only got no motorcycle license.. doh.gif  will be in trouble too?  unsure.gif
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Just show lor, they want see if you got license only, don't think they care whether expired or you can ride motor
Use sign language lar, use simple english
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where should I buy the ferry ticket? at the jetty or through tour agent? should I book in advance?
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where should I buy the ferry ticket? at the jetty or through tour agent? should I book in advance?
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No need, just walk in and buy there. It's high season, so plenty of ferries about.
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Just show lor, they want see if you got license only, don't think they care whether expired or you can ride motor
Use sign language lar, use simple english
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Btw saw that you stayed at Tune Hotel last year...
Do you think it's worth it for RM311/person inclusive of flight? 3 days 2 nights.. Airasiago laugh.gif

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No need, just walk in and buy there. It's high season, so plenty of ferries about.
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Ah ha! Thank you. Tak pernah naik ferry before 😅
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Btw saw that you stayed at Tune Hotel last year...
Do you think it's worth it for RM311/person inclusive of flight? 3 days 2 nights.. Airasiago  laugh.gif
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No breakfast or swimming pool though, but the rooms are nice biggrin.gif
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Ah ha! Thank you. Tak pernah naik ferry before 😅
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You can buy at the airport also, try asking around, maybe they can arrange transport for you to the pier, unless you want to walk around krabi town first
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Welcome  wink.gif
You can buy at the airport also, try asking around, maybe they can arrange transport for you to the pier, unless you want to walk around krabi town first
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ya lah. i need to take ferry 3 times.
1) nopparat (krabi) to phi phi
2) phi phi to phuket
3) satun to langkawi

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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 16 2015, 11:52 AM)
ya lah. i need to take ferry 3 times.
1) nopparat (krabi) to phi phi
2) phi phi to phuket
3) satun to langkawi

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Why go so far until Nopparat Thara to take ferry? ohmy.gif
Can take from Krabi town itself, the pier's name is Klong Jilad
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Why go so far until Nopparat Thara to take ferry?  ohmy.gif
Can take from Krabi town itself, the pier's name is Klong Jilad
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because I have booked a hostel at Ao Nang for a night and its nearer to phi phi compared to Klong Jilad

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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 16 2015, 12:02 PM)
because I have booked a hostel at Ao Nang for a night and its nearer to phi phi compared to Klong Jilad
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I see, you decided to stay a night there? hmm.gif
How's your itinerary like now?
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I see, you decided to stay a night there?  hmm.gif
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17/2 : 530pm reach Krabi. Stay at Ao Nang for a night

18/2 : Take the 1st ferry to Phi Phi. Stay there for a night

19/2 : Take the last ferry to Phuket. Spend 3D2N at Patong

21/2 : Take a night bus to Hatyai

22/2 : Reach Hatyai. Take a bus to Satun. Take ferry to Langkawi. Spend 2D1N at Langkawi

23/2 : Back to KL

Not really sure yet on how to go to Satun. whether take a bus to hatyai, reach hatyai at 4-5am, wait at the bus station and take another bus to Satun; or to take direct bus from phuket to satun. maybe I will go for option 1. the only thing is I will be stranded alone at the bus station for a few hours yawn.gif
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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 16 2015, 12:16 PM)
17/2 : 530pm reach Krabi. Stay at Ao Nang for a night

18/2 : Take the 1st ferry to Phi Phi. Stay there for a night

19/2 : Take the last ferry to Phuket. Spend 3D2N at Patong

21/2 : Take a night bus to Hatyai

22/2 : Reach Hatyai. Take a bus to Satun. Take ferry to Langkawi. Spend 2D1N at Langkawi

23/2 : Back to KL

Not really sure yet on how to go to Satun. whether take a bus to hatyai, reach hatyai at 4-5am, wait at the bus station and take another bus to Satun; or to take direct bus from phuket to satun. maybe I will go for option 1. the only thing is I will be stranded alone at the bus station for a few hours  yawn.gif
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If you want to take night bus to hatyai from phuket, need to be a bit earlier, cause the last public bus (looks like a school bus) to phuket town centre is 5-6pm (not sure), if I remember it's 20 baht one way. There are two bus stations in phuket town, you want to go to the new bus station which is 10km away if you want to take a bus to hatyai/satun. There's a pink bus you can take to the new bus station for just 10 baht. Remember to ask the locals which pink bus to take, cos there are several routes

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If you want to take night bus to hatyai from phuket, need to be a bit earlier, cause the last public bus (looks like a school bus) to phuket town centre is 5-6pm (not sure), if I remember it's 20 baht one way. There are two bus stations in phuket town, you want to go to the new bus station which is 10km away if you want to take a bus to hatyai/satun. There's a pink bus you can take to the new bus station for just 10 baht. Remember to ask the locals which pink bus to take, cos there are several routes

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sunset at chenang beach pun also not bad lah laugh.gif
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sunset at chenang beach pun also not bad lah  laugh.gif
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But nvm la, next trip also can smile.gif
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Done with my 7days island trip. Overall it was okay smile.gif Thanks to all forummer who helped me a lot. I got very bad sunburn sad.gif Managed to hop on to public bus (blue) to phuket town but missed the pink coloured bus. Staying overnight at the bus station was okay except a lot of mosquito over there. Please bring mosquito repellent

Really love phi phi island. Definitely will come back again once I am not afraid of water anymore hihihi. Phuket was okay. A lot of tourists and the things there wee not cheap.
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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 24 2015, 09:47 AM)
Done with my 7days island trip. Overall it was okay smile.gif Thanks to all forummer who helped me a lot. I got very bad sunburn sad.gif  Managed to hop on to public bus (blue) to phuket town but missed the pink coloured bus. Staying overnight at the bus station was okay except a lot of mosquito over there. Please bring mosquito repellent

Really love phi phi island. Definitely will come back again once I am not afraid of water anymore hihihi. Phuket was okay. A lot of tourists and the things there wee not cheap.
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Worst sunburn I ever got was from phuket, kena grilled when I was trekking down phromtep in sandals and after that kena roast in kata noi for half a day whistling.gif

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Kena sunkiss also ka? Haha
Worst sunburn I ever got was from phuket, kena grilled when I was trekking down phromtep in sandals and after that  kena roast in kata noi for half a day  whistling.gif

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i was so lazy to see sunset at promthep at day 2. So I decided to go there at day 3. Went there in the morning and the view was superb. Rugi pula tak pi for the sunset cry.gif sokkay..nexttime. Phuket Fantasea, Simon Cabaret, Bungy Jump, Parasailing.....i didn't do all that. just that I wanna walk and enjoy my sweet time

oh I bought night ticket to Hatyai. While waiting for the bus, I got bitten a few times by mosquito. Reached Hatyai bus station 10min to 4am. Slept on the bench and get bitten again by mosquito. hahaha..what a nice experience


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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 24 2015, 11:46 AM)
kena roasted for 2 hours sunbathing on the ferry from phiphi to phuket. Seats were all full. I left my sunblock at home then that's it lah... ayam panggang  laugh.gif took a scooter and tour patong and phuket town for 2 days. They didnt provide a helmet with sunvisor. and again kena panggang for few hours  laugh.gif Phuket was very hot during my visit.

i was so lazy to see sunset at promthep at day 2. So I decided to go there at day 3. Went there in the morning and the view was superb. Rugi pula tak pi for the sunset  cry.gif sokkay..nexttime. Phuket Fantasea, Simon Cabaret, Bungy Jump, Parasailing.....i didn't do all that. just that I wanna walk and enjoy my sweet time

oh I bought night ticket to Hatyai. While waiting for the bus, I got bitten a few times by mosquito. Reached Hatyai bus station 10min to 4am. Slept on the bench and get bitten again by mosquito. hahaha..what a nice experience
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Seats really full ke? But to be expected la if you going from aonang, that's quite a busy pier, summore festive period. Can go from krong jilad if you want ferry with seats.

There's actually another way, buy a day trip to phi phi and bring your bag, they will go the usual tourist route: maya bay, viking cave, pileh cove, loh samah bay etc, then when they dock at phi phi don for lunch, tell the tour operator you won't be going back to aonang.

Don't have to go too far for sunsets, Karon and Windmill viewpoint is also not bad

Maybe I go again in future (for Kata noi and phi phi don donuts drool.gif ), but this year I planning to go to another 'koh' biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Feb 24 2015, 02:52 PM)
Seats really full ke? But to be expected la if you going from aonang, that's quite a busy pier, summore festive period. Can go from krong jilad if you want ferry with seats.

There's actually another way, buy a day trip to phi phi and bring your bag, they will go the usual tourist route: maya bay, viking cave, pileh cove, loh samah bay etc, then when they dock at phi phi don for lunch, tell the tour operator you won't be going back to aonang.

Don't have to go too far for sunsets, Karon and Windmill viewpoint is also not bad

Maybe I go again in future (for Kata noi and phi phi don donuts  drool.gif ), but this year I planning to go to another 'koh'  biggrin.gif  biggrin.gif
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Full lah. From Klong Jilad to Tonsai was full but a lot of people hang out on the deck bcoz its still morning (9am) but i took afternoon ferry from phiphi to phuket. It was hot and sunny. People hide in the ferry conquering the seat. So I went to the deck and slept under the merciless sun. I got 350thb for Klong Jilad to Tonsai and 450thb for ferry from Tonsai to Rassada plus van transfer to Patong. I am not sure whether its pricey. Is it? Peak season. Tried to bargain the price and survey a few shops. Thats the standard price they gave me.

I will go again definitely. But after I learn how to swim and overcome my waterphobia.
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QUOTE(nscid @ Feb 24 2015, 03:30 PM)
Full lah. From Klong Jilad to Tonsai was full but a lot of people hang out on the deck bcoz its still morning (9am) but i took afternoon ferry from phiphi to phuket. It was hot and sunny. People hide in the ferry conquering the seat. So I went to the deck and slept under the merciless sun. I got 350thb for Klong Jilad to Tonsai and 450thb for ferry from Tonsai to Rassada plus van transfer to Patong. I am not sure whether its pricey. Is it? Peak season. Tried to bargain the price and survey a few shops. Thats the standard price they gave me.

I will go again definitely. But after I learn how to swim and overcome my waterphobia.
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Seats are first come, first serve right? hmm.gif

If really can't get the morning ferry, like I said, can take the phi phi day trip (1100 baht) then jump off at phi phi don laugh.gif

Consider ok already la for scenic route. 350 baht is the cost of van to patong beach from aonang (3-4 hours journey) icon_idea.gif

Waterphobia? So... you didn't go snorkelling? sweat.gif



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Seats are first come, first serve right?  hmm.gif

If really can't get the morning ferry, like I said, can take the phi phi day trip (1100 baht)  then jump off at phi phi don  laugh.gif

Consider ok already la for scenic route. 350 baht is the cost of van to patong beach from aonang (3-4 hours journey)  icon_idea.gif

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I came half an hour before depart time it was already full. Wondering what time they went in? laugh.gif

Nope..no snorkeling. no swimming. I am not an island person sweat.gif . What a waste going to island but afraid getting into the water laugh.gif . hahaha... sokkay. next time bebeh next time laugh.gif
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I came half an hour before depart time it was already full. Wondering what time they went in?  laugh.gif

Nope..no snorkeling. no swimming. I am not an island person  sweat.gif . What a waste going to island but afraid getting into the water  laugh.gif . hahaha... sokkay. next time bebeh next time  laugh.gif
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Early, maybe 45 minutes to 1 hour early. Early birds take all baby! flex.gif
Ala, last time I took a daytrip, I was one of the first in the speedboat, but I went on the sundeck anyways, big mistake cos it was so burning hot that afternoon laugh.gif

Snorkelling in loh samah cut short cause got tons of mini jelly fish biting people in the water icon_idea.gif

Aside from snorkelling, got things you can do without going into the water actually laugh.gif



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Hi guys...
How do you guys travel around in Phuket?
There will be 2 of us...and we don't know how to ride a motorbike.
TuK tuk will be cut throat and hard to find taxi who use meters. I think it will be tiresome thinking to bargain everything I wannz go somewhere..
Anyone rent car with driver b4? Any good one to recommend? We are not interested to go to tourist places like factory etc etc..

Thanks in advance! smile.gif
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Hi guys...
How do you guys travel around in Phuket?
There will be 2 of us...and we don't know how to ride a motorbike.
TuK tuk will be cut throat and hard to find taxi who use meters. I think it will be tiresome thinking to bargain everything I wannz go somewhere..
Anyone rent car with driver b4? Any good one to recommend? We are not interested to go to tourist places like factory etc etc..

Thanks in advance! smile.gif
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Rent a car, with/without driver brows.gif
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Rent a car, with/without driver brows.gif
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i think getting a car with driver is better since i think their driving skills are too keng. haha
any good place to recommend a driver?
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i think getting a car with driver is better since i think their driving skills are too keng. haha
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Np, when you're in phuket, maybe can go watch simon show. Worth it, you'll forget about your troubles getting to phuket after the show brows.gif

One last thing. Recommend this tour agent, very nice person and and very generous with discounts. I rented my scooter and booked all my tours from her. Her booth is here in front of the 7 eleven. Pls say hi to her for me.  laugh.gif

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Hi there... wondering anyone have tour agent to recommend for the similan island snorkelling day trip? heard quite a good review of the island. from the google map it seems located up north... staying in mai khao area is it recommended? thank you thank you.
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Hello guys, gonna camp here for sometime now.
Bought tickets to Phuket and will be there for 6D5N on mid to late Sept.
Anything to recommend to do and not to do? Hehe, been reading but still if anyone can give short summary of it. Been Thailand twice but mostly Bangkok, Hua Hin etc, but not islands. Trip is planned for relax and chill, budget wise about RM1K (Excl. flight tickets as already bought). Currently looking for nice accommodation and in early stage of planning trip itinerary. Not into temples or historic since its kind of escape from work and busy cities.
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Hi there... wondering anyone have tour agent to recommend for the similan island snorkelling day trip? heard quite a good review of the island. from the google map it seems located up north... staying in mai khao area is it recommended? thank you thank you.
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Recommend this tour agent thumbup.gif

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Hello guys, gonna camp here for sometime now.
Bought tickets to Phuket and will be there for 6D5N on mid to late Sept.
Anything to recommend to do and not to do? Hehe, been reading but still if anyone can give short summary of it. Been Thailand twice but mostly Bangkok, Hua Hin etc, but not islands. Trip is planned for relax and chill, budget wise about RM1K (Excl. flight tickets as already bought). Currently looking for nice accommodation and in early stage of planning trip itinerary. Not into temples or historic since its kind of escape from work and busy cities.
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Can refer to my suggested itinerary (day 4,5,6)
http://gaeria84.blogspot.com/2015/03/krabi...tinerary-7.html

If you don't like temples/history, can skip siam niramit, wat chalong, big buddha hill
Go for the beaches, recommended beaches: kata noi, karon, naiharn
Other must see places: phromthep cape, karon viewpoint
Can take a day trip to phi phi island, phang-nga bay, raya island or similan
For night time fun, can head out to soi bangla, or see shows like simon cabaret or phuket fantasea

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erm, cos last time i went to bangkok quite number of tailor shop offering good price for suit. so where do you suggest to stay? my frd told me patong hard to find food, he suggest town area...any suggestion from you?
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erm, cos last time i went to bangkok quite number of tailor shop offering good price for suit. so where do you suggest to stay? my frd told me patong hard to find food, he suggest town area...any suggestion from you?
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I stayed at tune hotel last time, about 20 minutes walk to soi bangla.

That's so not true, behind bangla road got food court selling seafood. Across the road, jungceylon has a food court.
Malin plaza got plenty of food, but no place to sit down unless you buy their drinks laugh.gif




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Hi guys, just wondering has anyone drove in phuket before? I was told that it is dangerous and some ppl actually purposely crash rental cars.
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Hi guys, just wondering has anyone drove in phuket before? I was told that it is dangerous and some ppl actually purposely crash rental cars.
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Nope, not dangerous at all. You have nothing to worry about, just drive carefully that's all thumbup.gif
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Hi guys, just wondering has anyone drove in phuket before? I was told that it is dangerous and some ppl actually purposely crash rental cars.
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U can hit 140-160kmh via old road in thai...
U also need to learn to cut line frm left side... They like to stay at right lane n drive like uncle...
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U can hit 140-160kmh via old road in thai...
U also need to learn to cut line frm left side... They like to stay at right lane n drive like uncle...
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Any Recommend Car Rent Operator In Phuket?
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Anyone can recommend me what to travel in phuket? its an island?and then what can we do there ?? hows the budget there anyway ?is it hard to go ourself? or should follow tour your reply is appreciated

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i am planning to stay in Koh Phi Phi instead of Phuket.

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GUys I am going to phuket this coming August. PLanning to stay at Novotel Vintage Resort. Any other really good recommendation for hotel? My budget is around 200-300 per day for 4 days. I wouldn't mind spending a little bit extra if the hotel is really really good.
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Hi...i just booked mine from davidcarrent.com, recommended from others too.. or hertz thailand.
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GUys I am going to phuket this coming August. PLanning to stay at Novotel Vintage Resort. Any other really good recommendation for hotel? My budget is around 200-300 per day for 4 days. I wouldn't mind spending a little bit extra if the hotel is really really good.
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I just wanted a very good hotel yet it is within my budget. smile.gif
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Does phuket airport has golden lounge for business class?

Let say I have MAS business class from Phuket to KLIA, do I entitled to access the lounge or only for Thai airways?
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Taking any tour?
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Would tailors there custom make me some 3-5 shirts without a jacket?
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Me too. Taking MAS thursday till sunday.
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Hi guys,

I'm heading over to Phuket soon and thinking of staying over at Mandrava Resort at Karon Beach.

Just looking for a place to chill and relax. Anyone heard of this resort before? Gooding ah?

And issit better to buy/book one day island trip when arrived or book online cheaper?

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Hey guys,

What's the usual makan pricing there in Phuket ah? I'm trying to see how much I need to bring there.

Is it about 300-400 baht per meal?
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Hey guys,

What's the usual makan pricing there in Phuket ah? I'm trying to see how much I need to bring there.

Is it about 300-400 baht per meal?
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Phuket had been our annual beach holiday location for the past 4 years and I just came back few days ago from our 2015 holiday. It surprised me that food prices had gone up a lot at most of the places. We usually hang around Patong area. Last few years, you can get a decent fried rice/noodle at about 40-50 Baht. But suddenly this year, it easily gone up to 80-100 Baht (for just a plate of rice/noodle). Unless you drive to areas where mainly are locals, then there is possibility you can get around 40-50Baht per plates.

Fyi, last few years there are not much China tourist but this year we suddenly felt the changes as there are lots of them. Chinese who are not from China still a "chinese look" for them. Hence, they still charge us like the rich China origin, but the food quality drop too. Due to the food price hike, it no longer our ideal annual beach destination. T-shirts still cheap (some even reduce prices), probably the Chinese did not buy those. biggrin.gif


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Phuket had been our annual beach holiday location for the past 4 years and I just came back few days ago from our 2015 holiday. It surprised me that food prices had gone up a lot at most of the places. We usually hang around Patong area. Last few years, you can get a decent fried rice/noodle at about 40-50 Baht. But suddenly this year, it easily gone up to 80-100 Baht (for just a plate of rice/noodle). Unless you drive to areas where mainly are locals, then there is possibility you can get around 40-50Baht per plates.

Fyi, last few years there are not much China tourist but this year we suddenly felt the changes as there are lots of them. Chinese who are not from China still a "chinese look" for them. Hence, they still charge us like the rich China origin, but the food quality drop too. Due to the food price hike, it no longer our ideal annual beach destination. T-shirts still cheap (some even reduce prices), probably the Chinese did not buy those. biggrin.gif
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hey! since ure a regular in Phuket.
ill be driving there.
whats good there?
apart of the phiphi island (always go there. so got bored)
any nice place for snorkeling?

btw, ill be staying at patong.
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just bought 2 ticket for next year trip. not familiar with phuket....

any idea where to stay? beach area...budget chalet ler biggrin.gif

patong beach got cheap chalet/hotel?
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hey! since ure a regular in Phuket.
ill be driving there.
whats good there?
apart of the phiphi island (always go there. so got bored)
any nice place for snorkeling?

btw, ill be staying at patong.
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hehehe.. I am regular there but don't be surprise, I can't swim tongue.gif
Hence, never went snorkeling. I love to be there as it is a safe, friendly and the feeling of very free. Basically can do stuff that I dare not in Malaysia. Such as walking around town in bikini. Nobody will bother bout you. biggrin.gif
But the recent 2 years, most of the time spend on the beach or hotel.. enjoy doing nothing.. fully rest.

since you'll be driving, tour around town.. hunt for food. As food in town are more authentic and cheaper. Meanwhile can try elephant ride at KokChang Safari (elephant hiking up the hill with you on their back.. quite fun).

There is this "Upside down house", a new place. If you don't mind to pay the ticket, can go ahead. But I tried.. not worth.

Hey, be alert.. Patong food price very pricy now, especially the market behind Jungceylon Mall. All China mari, eating there and bomb up the cost.
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QUOTE(botaknet @ Jun 27 2015, 03:55 PM)
just bought 2 ticket for next year trip. not familiar with phuket....

any idea where to stay? beach area...budget chalet ler biggrin.gif

patong beach got cheap chalet/hotel?
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If you really want cheap cheap, can try Seven Seas Hotel (around RM70-80), a very basic hotel. Is walking distance to the beach. But not in the centralize area. Still can walk if you don't mind.
We stayed there 2x as the hotel is quiet, I can do some reading. Meanwhile the room is big (just nice for me to put an inflatable tilam for my child at no extra cost). But we were driving, so we don't have the traveling problem. You may rent a motorbike at the hotel though.

No matter how budget you want, make sure you get room with terrace/corridor. So that you can hang your wet swimwear daily. And guarantee fresh air, coz most of the budget hotel using old wooden furniture.
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QUOTE(cc980024 @ Jun 30 2015, 05:02 PM)
hehehe.. I am regular there but don't be surprise, I can't swim tongue.gif
Hence, never went snorkeling. I love to be there as it is a safe, friendly and the feeling of very free. Basically can do stuff that I dare not in Malaysia. Such as walking around town in bikini. Nobody will bother bout you. biggrin.gif
But the recent 2 years, most of the time spend on the beach or hotel.. enjoy doing nothing.. fully rest.

since you'll be driving, tour around town.. hunt for food. As food in town are more authentic and cheaper. Meanwhile can try elephant ride at KokChang Safari (elephant hiking up the hill with you on their back.. quite fun).

There is this "Upside down house", a new place. If you don't mind to pay the ticket, can go ahead. But I tried.. not worth.

Hey, be alert.. Patong food price very pricy now, especially the market behind Jungceylon Mall. All China mari, eating there and bomb up the cost.
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and his skin also like them. hahaha.

thanks for the info.

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Hi,,anyone can recommend a nice moo-kata buffet and other authentic local thai food restaurant or stalls? we are renting car there so location is not restricted. Thanks alot in advance.
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Hi everyone, going to phuket soon. Any recommendation on what places of attraction is worth goin and what kind of day tour should i take ?

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Phuket no need tour..nothing much to see..rent a bike about rm25-30/day and ride to Kata or Karon beach...its fun...i've been there countless...and i;m goin again early Sept..Airasia rm250 return !
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QUOTE(stimix @ Mar 27 2013, 07:41 AM)
Continue from V1 : https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/362790

Random Tips & Itineraries from V1:
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nothing much to do in phuket...Hang out at beach bars...rent a bike go to Kata ...Karon...Kalim..at night hang out at Bangla...during day ..massage...day time or evening dine at Banzaan wet market behind Ceylon Junk (MacD),where you buy your favourite seafood and bring upstairs let them cook..for a small fee...Live Lobsters...Live Prawns etc..
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Hi everyone,

Am planning to go to Phuket during mid-November, probably for about 4 days (Fri-Mon).
Do you think that's a good time to go?

What is the average budget there, for 2 persons?
How is the transportation there? Can I rely on taxi / tuktuk / public transportation?
I do not have an international driving license or motorbike license.


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Hi, do anyone know is there any minibus or shuttle van service from Karon or Patong to Phuket Airport?

If take taxi or airport transfer, it cost me 1200baht!

From Airport to Karon beach, I took minibus and it cost me 200baht only.
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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Apr 16 2015, 09:08 AM)
Recommend this tour agent   thumbup.gif
Can refer to my suggested itinerary (day 4,5,6)
http://gaeria84.blogspot.com/2015/03/krabi...tinerary-7.html

If you don't like temples/history, can skip siam niramit, wat chalong, big buddha hill
Go for the beaches, recommended beaches: kata noi, karon, naiharn
Other must see places: phromthep cape, karon viewpoint
Can take a day trip to phi phi island, phang-nga bay, raya island or similan
For night time fun, can head out to soi bangla, or see shows like simon cabaret or phuket fantasea

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Thanks, gaeria84. I read through your blog on 7D Krabi-Phuket trip. Your itinerary was awesome! Can see that it was more like backpack one (My last backpack was Nepal 15D last year). Yup, gonna skip those places u mentioned and probably will go ahead with the ones that u recommended. I have few questions:-
1) It is safe renting scooter, in term of stolen vehicle cases etc? And I presume international license not required right?
2) Looking at your itinerary, is it possible work out Day 3 - Sounds good with beaches so on (But wanted to do it in one-day only)
3) Currently working out accommodation via Agoda/Booking - Thinking to stay in two hotels so wont feel so bore (What's your opinion? Patong and Kata area?)

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QUOTE(WallChecker @ Aug 2 2015, 02:31 AM)
Thanks, gaeria84. I read through your blog on 7D Krabi-Phuket trip. Your itinerary was awesome! Can see that it was more like backpack one (My last backpack was Nepal 15D last year). Yup, gonna skip those places u mentioned and probably will go ahead with the ones that u recommended. I have few questions:-
1) It is safe renting scooter, in term of stolen vehicle cases etc? And I presume international license not required right?
2) Looking at your itinerary, is it possible work out Day 3 - Sounds good with beaches so on (But wanted to do it in one-day only)
3) Currently working out accommodation via Agoda/Booking - Thinking to stay in two hotels so wont feel so bore (What's your opinion? Patong and Kata area?)
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1) Just about as safe as everywhere else, just lock your vehicle when you leave. Nope, not really required, but always good to have in case of complications

2) Day 3 as in Koh Phi Phi? Plenty of day tours from Phuket

3) Depends on what you want, you want excitement or peace & quiet? Kata is too quiet for my liking. Anyways, Kata beach is not that far off from Patong, it's only 20-30 minutes by motorcycle.
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Anyone found a cheaper package for Flying Hanuman ?

The official website package is so darn expensive.
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Hi, I was wondering if anyone knows which company or someone we can trust to book the Phuket islands tour package from?

we want a package tour which does not include the provision of the hotel (we still want a package which provides a transportation service from the hotel to the tour destination).

Thanks.
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Hi.. Anyone noe about the ferry scheduled at krabi town pier .. Coz my trip to krabi to phi phi island is next year ..long way to go.. Just wanna noe the last ferry.. Alot online written is 3pm.. My flight reach krabi 1.55pm.. Just want to ask the exactly time see can rush the ferry to phi phi island.. Coz krabi beach water is not that clear..if cannot rush have to stay a night at aonang..

Hope someone help...tq

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Hi.. Anyone noe about the ferry scheduled at krabi town pier .. Coz my trip to krabi to phi phi island is next year ..long way to go.. Just wanna noe the last ferry.. Alot online written is 3pm.. My flight reach krabi 1.55pm.. Just want to ask the exactly time see can rush the ferry to phi phi island.. Coz krabi beach water is not that clear..if cannot rush have to stay a night at aonang..

Hope someone help...tq
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There's a ferry that departs from klong jilad (krabi town) at 4pm, u can probably make that. Just buy the package from the airport (ferry+transfer), price i think is around 350-450 baht

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Sep 7 2015, 12:01 PM)
There's a ferry that departs from klong jilad (krabi town) at 4pm, u can probably make that. Just buy the package from the airport (ferry+transfer), price i think is around 350-450 baht

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Oic...tq for ur reply..
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Hi.. Anyone noe about the ferry scheduled at krabi town pier .. Coz my trip to krabi to phi phi island is next year ..long way to go.. Just wanna noe the last ferry.. Alot online written is 3pm.. My flight reach krabi 1.55pm.. Just want to ask the exactly time see can rush the ferry to phi phi island.. Coz krabi beach water is not that clear..if cannot rush have to stay a night at aonang..

Hope someone help...tq
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i cant really remember. afaik they follow the schedule. maybe u can check is there any tour agency at d airport dat can provide transportation to phi phi. take note that the journey from krabi airport to Ao Nang will take 1hr. by the time u reach Ao Nang is already 3pm. very risky
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i cant really remember. afaik they follow the schedule. maybe u can check is there any tour agency at d airport dat can provide transportation to phi phi. take note that the journey from krabi airport to Ao Nang will take 1hr. by the time u reach Ao Nang is already 3pm. very risky
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Not aonang ... I going to klong jilad pier is nearer to the krabi airport 30 minute can reach the pier.. If ao nang pier don't have many ferry scheduled to phi phi island. Tq for the suggestion
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Went in late Aug, early Sept...

Had a little rain (none were heavy thunderstorms) and was lucky that my most of my days were sunny, especially my island tour...


I took this tour
Maya Bay- Loh Samah Bay - Phi Leh Cove - Viking Cove - Monkey Beach - Phi Phi Don - Khai Island

You guys should take it from PHUKET TROPICAL tours, they're the actual ones bringing you around...

Unfortunately, I purchased mine via some agent and paid 1,500 THB per person (not sure if I overpaid)

Overall, the tour was quite good, islands were amazing (esp. Maya Bay & Khai Island)...
Snorkeling was included and the tour guide (who calls himself Pancake) served us free flow of fruits & drinks while we chill out at Khai Island... Totally recommended, but don't pay >1,500 THB for it, maybe try 1,100?

Strongly suggest not to buy the incredibly overpriced food/drinks at Khai island... The labeling of prices is incredibly misleading and you WILL feel ripped off

Remember to always ask the tour guide which are the popular/hot spots while snorkeling or island sight-seeing

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Guys. Just want to ask.

Is this package reasonable? Planning a trip on November.

http://www.patongtour.com/phi-phi-island-tour.html
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Hi all, I'm trying to decide my holiday destination and don't plan to spend too much. Also I will be going alone on this trip. I am a male, 24, but still am a bit worried about safety and getting conned. I know it's common everywhere but just want to reduce the odds.

Is phuket a relatively safe place to visit? Or would you have any better cheap destinations to visit where I don't have to worry too much?

I'm looking forward to enjoy outgoing activities, but all by myself though. Trying to find the best possible destination.

Sorry to sound a bit sissy, but first time will be all alone in a country.

Please help! Thanks biggrin.gif
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Hi all, I'm trying to decide my holiday destination and don't plan to spend too much. Also I will be going alone on this trip. I am a male, 24, but still am a bit worried about safety and getting conned. I know it's common everywhere but just want to reduce the odds.

Is phuket a relatively safe place to visit? Or would you have any better cheap destinations to visit where I don't have to worry too much?

I'm looking forward to enjoy outgoing activities, but all by myself though. Trying to find the best possible destination.

Sorry to sound a bit sissy, but first time will be all alone in a country.

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If it's not safe why so many foreigners there? Mind there are more westerners there than asian tourist. And this also answered your question whether this is a cheap destination when everywhere full of westerners biggrin.gif
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hi. anyone interested to join me to Similan island? planning to camping one night there.
prefer female as we can share the tent cost. single traveller need to topup 300 baht. sad.gif
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Going to Phuket on 1-5th February for a solo trip.. Anyone will be there? rolleyes.gif
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Going to Phuket on 1-5th February for a solo trip.. Anyone will be there?  rolleyes.gif
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I will be there on 30/4-3/5...drive from KL.
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Hi,

Any one got recent contact for Phi Phi island tour?
I have found this operator online:
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html

They charge 1400 baht for the following tour.
Is it reasonable?
Phi Phi Leh Island - Maya Bay -Loh Samah Bay - Pileh Lagoon - Viking Cave - Phi Phi Don Island - Monkey Beach - Khai Nok Island

And I was told that there is a 400 baht/person national park fee to visit Maya bay.
Is this a norm?

Thanks in advance.
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QUOTE(cantona7 @ Apr 19 2016, 12:20 AM)
Hi,

Any one got recent contact for Phi Phi island tour?
I have found this operator online:
http://www.phukettoursdirect.com/phi-phi-islands-tours.html

They charge 1400 baht for the following tour.
Is it reasonable?
Phi Phi Leh Island - Maya Bay -Loh Samah Bay - Pileh Lagoon - Viking Cave - Phi Phi Don Island - Monkey Beach - Khai Nok Island

And I was told that there is a 400 baht/person national park fee to visit Maya bay.
Is this a norm?

Thanks in advance.
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Going to phuket in a couple days with the wife.

Planning to go bangla road nightlife.

Is it safe there? Any tips?

Anything to recommend that must not miss?
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just went back from phuket 3 days ago... raining all day long..
thank God we stayed in awesome resort.. the good side is, no sunburn..hihiihi
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Hi folks. I need some advice here. I plan to overnite at nearby island of phuket.. any nice one to recommend ? Just want a quieter ( not really a party person ) place to rest for a day away from patong/karon for a bit but still got nice local food to enjoy.. 😃
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QUOTE(misscreamypie @ Jun 7 2016, 04:39 PM)
Hi folks. I need some advice here. I plan to overnite at nearby island of phuket.. any nice one to recommend ? Just want a quieter ( not really a party person ) place to rest for a day away from patong/karon for a bit but still got nice local food to enjoy.. 😃
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going to phuket this 15-18 Sept 2016 anyone travel there on the same time as me?
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QUOTE(misscreamypie @ Jun 7 2016, 04:39 PM)
Hi folks. I need some advice here. I plan to overnite at nearby island of phuket.. any nice one to recommend ? Just want a quieter ( not really a party person ) place to rest for a day away from patong/karon for a bit but still got nice local food to enjoy.. 😃
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i escaped to panwa for one night - booked the beautiful baba nest for sunset drinks (i booked like almost a month ahead as it's always full), dined at baba soul food, one of the best i've had in phuket so far!! that's for people who wants more privacy, away from patong and karon area. it's almost an hour away from patong but it's totally worth it! the downside is it's a little too quiet so one night is enough! i've also picked panwa beachfront hotel to stay, it's pretty reasonable. but if you got extra money, it's not too bad to stay in cape panwa hotel itself!!
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It was my second time to visit Phuket. I had visited a newly open Island named Maiton island. It was beautiful and less-crowded.

Simon Cabaret Show is recommended. I got the cheapest prices from this Malaysia Company based in Phuket named Pavilion Worldwide.

Facebook : Pavilion.tripexplorer
Email : Pavilion.333@outlook.com


Prices list attached for all's reference.

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QUOTE(misscreamypie @ Jun 7 2016, 04:39 PM)
Hi folks. I need some advice here. I plan to overnite at nearby island of phuket.. any nice one to recommend ? Just want a quieter ( not really a party person ) place to rest for a day away from patong/karon for a bit but still got nice local food to enjoy.. 😃
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You can find this company for more information. Good service rendered.... Facebook: Pavilion.tripexplorer , Email : pavilion.333@outlook.com


I stayed at foto hotel in Kata beach. You can grab some local foods at Banzaan patong night market or weekend night market in Phuket town.
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QUOTE(cantona7 @ Apr 23 2016, 06:54 PM)
Anyone got experience or can advise on this?
Thank you.
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PP island speedboat Included National Park fee : 1500b/pax

Facebook : Pavilion.tripexplorer
Email : Pavilion.333@outlook.com

They can personalize suitable itinerary for you.

The prices are reasonable so far I found.

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Guys, any suggestion for affordable villa in Patong area?
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is august a good month to visit?
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QUOTE(wildan03 @ Jul 29 2016, 11:26 AM)
Guys, any suggestion for affordable villa in Patong area?
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Hi Wildan03!

I have sent to you a PM regarding about your enquiry in Patong area. Thank you!
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could anyone recommend hotel/resort to stay near Jungceylon/Patong which also provide free shuttle from/to Phuket Airport?
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QUOTE(xavi5567 @ Jul 30 2016, 12:24 AM)
is august a good month to visit?
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Good is kinda relative. Depends on what you want in the end. It's monsoon around that time, which means a lot of rain, which means less tourists, lower prices.

That being said, having traveled during monsoon, it doesn't rain all day, so there's plenty of sun to go around on some days.

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QUOTE(gaeria84 @ Aug 2 2016, 12:31 PM)
Good is kinda relative. Depends on what you want in the end. It's monsoon around that time, which means a lot of rain, which means less tourists, lower prices.

That being said, having traveled during monsoon, it doesn't rain all day, so there's plenty of sun to go around on some days.
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no wonder cheaper ait tickets.. jz booked last week.. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(spreeeee @ Aug 3 2016, 02:33 PM)
no wonder cheaper ait tickets.. jz booked last week.. biggrin.gif
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Hi there!

I just read that you have bought your flights. Are u still lookin for accommodations and will be needing ground tour arrangement as well?
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QUOTE(Julia Lim @ Aug 6 2016, 01:19 AM)
Hi there!

I just read that you have bought your flights. Are u still lookin for accommodations and will be needing ground tour arrangement as well?
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I just need accomodation which provide free shuttle to/from airport. However you can suggest me some basic paxkage..
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QUOTE(spreeeee @ Aug 6 2016, 07:26 PM)
I just need accomodation which provide free shuttle to/from airport. However you can suggest me some basic paxkage..
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Hi there! I have pmed u directly. Thank u!
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Phuket 😀
Is thinking to go to , any recommendations for relaxing only?
With beautiful beaches, good food, shopping centre, etc.

Thanks
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hi all biggrin.gif another time for me to phuket ..
any place recommend to go this time around ? somewhere quiet n relaxing but not too far from patong

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Hi, any recommended car rental sites? So far looking at Sixt and rentalcars.com.. Anyone from here booked there before?
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QUOTE(Julia Lim @ Jul 30 2016, 01:14 AM)
Hi Wildan03!

I have sent to you a PM regarding about your enquiry in Patong area. Thank you!
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can PM me too?
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QUOTE(kjlow88 @ Sep 11 2016, 10:05 PM)
Phuket 😀
Is thinking to go to , any recommendations for relaxing only?
With beautiful beaches,  good food, shopping centre, etc.

Thanks
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+1, i also planning to go next month...
for sightseeing, and food...

where to stay for walkable distance to the beach, etc....
i dont need nightlife such as pub or club...
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QUOTE(daniel2006 @ Oct 14 2016, 08:42 AM)
+1, i also planning to go next month...
for sightseeing, and food...

where to stay for walkable distance to the beach, etc....
i dont need nightlife such as pub or club...
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Actually I want to know this also. Is patong beach ok? I went a few times, the beach looks ok i guess but I went around June.

Also, anyone have info on how to get day trips to Similan and how much they are?

Thanks.
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QUOTE(daniel2006 @ Oct 14 2016, 08:42 AM)
+1, i also planning to go next month...
for sightseeing, and food...

where to stay for walkable distance to the beach, etc....
i dont need nightlife such as pub or club...
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Patong is good, searching with maps I see there is a lot of food and entertainments around. Walking few street is not problem, just relax and easy go. It's feeling WOW, should be amazing there.
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QUOTE(kjlow88 @ Oct 14 2016, 10:48 AM)
Patong is good, searching with maps I see there is a lot of food and entertainments around. Walking few street is not problem,  just relax and easy go. It's feeling WOW, should be amazing there.
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i read previous post KATA beach also recommended for relax...not as crowded as patong beach...anyway, need to do more research.
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QUOTE(imran85 @ Oct 14 2016, 09:57 AM)
Actually I want to know this also. Is patong beach ok? I went a few times, the beach looks ok i guess but I went around June.

Also, anyone have info on how to get day trips to Similan and how much they are?

Thanks.
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If you stay around Patong beach and you want to go Similan I will advise you to skip it.
The drive is an hour long to the jetty and from jetty it's 2-3 hours away.

But the island tour is good. Paid 1000 baht previously.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Oct 14 2016, 12:32 PM)
If you stay around Patong beach and you want to go Similan I will advise you to skip it.
The drive is an hour long to the jetty and from jetty it's 2-3 hours away.

But the island tour is good. Paid 1000 baht previously.
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Thanks. I'll keep that in mind.

Right now I see options for :

Phi phi Island Day Trip
Similan Island Day Trip
Surin Island Day Trip
Raya Island

But I only have 3 days to have day trips and 1 day must include phi phi as my friends have never been. So i am down to choosing another two. Which do you guys recommend?


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due to i do not have motorbike license, i could only rent car to travel around phuket...

any latest car rental recommendation?

which is the beach that offer (relax, not very crowded, nice, and have shops around for dining/massage)

patong beach for me is out, as it seems crowded... we dont really need clubs/pub, nightlife...

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Hi there, planning a honeymoon with my wife coming april 2017 in phuket.

Been thinking about banyan tree or anantara phuket. Any advise? Is it worth the extra money? Or any other honeymoon resorts to recommend?
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Hi guys,

I'm planning for 3 days trip to Phuket this coming Nov.
Saw one of the recommended activity is the Flying Hanuman in Kathu.
Anyone has any experience to share for this , especially those who already tried Skytrek in Shah Alam/Langkawi?

Thanks! biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(daniel2006 @ Oct 17 2016, 04:07 PM)
due to i do not have motorbike license, i could only rent car to travel around phuket...

any latest car rental recommendation?

which is the beach that offer (relax, not very crowded, nice, and have shops around for dining/massage)

patong beach for me is out, as it seems crowded... we dont really need clubs/pub, nightlife...
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I believe many hotels have contacts for car rental. If I'm not wrong the rate is around 1200 baht for a Vios per day.
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Hello guys, I am going to Phuket soon 2017 March with 5 friends....should I book a tour guide earlier or just book when I get there? (including the place I'm planning to go)
Cause my previous experience at Krabi is the online one expensive like hell and once we got to hotel nearby area, we see those package and prices they offer are so damm cheap.
I'd also plan my itinerary already.... devil.gif devil.gif devil.gif
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Yo, I with another 4 friends (total 5 ppl) already booked airasia flight to Phuket on next year May for 5D4N, thus I need to know where to stay in Phuket and it has to be recommended low budget stay...?
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QUOTE(BennyMarsh @ Oct 25 2016, 08:20 PM)
Hello guys, I am going to Phuket soon 2017 March with 5 friends....should I book a tour guide earlier or just book when I get there?  (including the place I'm planning to go)
Cause my previous experience at Krabi is the online one expensive like hell and once we got to hotel nearby area, we see those package and prices they offer are so damm cheap.
I'd also plan my itinerary already.... devil.gif  devil.gif  devil.gif
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Online is always expensive. Check with your hotel they always have contacts with tour operators.
Cheapest is of course walk along the street and check out those tour booths.

QUOTE(patnam @ Oct 26 2016, 10:23 AM)
Yo, I with another 4 friends (total 5 ppl) already booked airasia flight to Phuket on next year May for 5D4N, thus I need to know where to stay in Phuket and it has to be recommended low budget stay...?
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Do state your budget/day and how many pax per room.

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QUOTE(Icehart @ Oct 30 2016, 05:39 PM)
Online is always expensive. Check with your hotel they always have contacts with tour operators.
Cheapest is of course walk along the street and check out those tour booths.
Do state your budget/day and how many pax per room.
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roughtly around rm1k--1.5k, and then 5 pax per room...
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QUOTE(patnam @ Oct 30 2016, 09:45 PM)
roughtly around rm1k--1.5k, and then 5 pax per room...
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Good budget. Can check out apartments.
Have you go through airbnb? Just make sure it's nearby Bangla road should be fine.
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QUOTE(Icehart @ Oct 30 2016, 10:45 PM)
Good budget. Can check out apartments.
Have you go through airbnb? Just make sure it's nearby Bangla road should be fine.
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airbnb seems in trouble...

http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/...egulate-airbnb/
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QUOTE(patnam @ Oct 31 2016, 10:08 AM)
I usually don't meddle in political affairs around this Travel forum.
If you're not comfortable with AirBNB there's booking.com (search under apartments).


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QUOTE(Icehart @ Oct 14 2016, 12:32 PM)
If you stay around Patong beach and you want to go Similan I will advise you to skip it.
The drive is an hour long to the jetty and from jetty it's 2-3 hours away.

But the island tour is good. Paid 1000 baht previously.
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jetty is here ?
what's included in 1000baht ? day trip ? from Khao lak ?

also anyone can recommend nice & bajet hotel 1 room 2 single (max rm50) near patong area ?
got few list from agoda but maybe u all got better choice...

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QUOTE(sitescope @ Nov 1 2016, 04:36 PM)
jetty is here ?
what's included in 1000baht ? day trip ? from Khao lak ?
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I don't think that's the Jetty.
It's somewhere near Northern Phuket.

1000 baht include of boat transfer, equipment rental, breakfast and lunch.

Breakfast

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