{"id":9554,"date":"2025-03-09T08:24:30","date_gmt":"2025-03-09T07:24:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/?p=9554"},"modified":"2025-08-25T17:06:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T15:06:09","slug":"thailand-phuket-in-peak-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/thailand-phuket-in-peak-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Phuket High Season Review \u2013 Crowds, Prices, Vibes"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9554\" class=\"elementor elementor-9554 elementor-9472\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d5a075 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4d5a075\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c36078 elementor-toc--minimized-on-desktop elementor-widget elementor-widget-global elementor-global-10937 elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"6c36078\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6c36078\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6c36078\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__6c36078\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-119075a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"119075a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Hello! \ud83d\udc4b<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Time for a little comeback to Phuket. After a few years, I decided to return to the island\u2014this time with Jadzia\u2014to show her what this part of Thailand is all about. The plan? A mix of exploring, remote work, and checking out how Phuket feels now\u2014right in the middle of peak season and post-pandemic.   <\/p><p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/thailand-pandemic-asia-2021-phuket\/\">Back in 2021, I visited Phuket as part of the Phuket Sandbox<\/a> program when Thailand was just starting to reopen for tourists after COVID. Back then, the island was almost empty. But now\u2026 well, that\u2019s the question. Is Phuket still a tropical paradise in peak season, or has it turned into an overcrowded and overpriced resort? Time to find out for ourselves!   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c7a88a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c7a88a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Where is Phuket located?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac1447b elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"ac1447b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=phuket%2C%20thailand&#038;t=m&#038;z=10&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"phuket, thailand\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"phuket, thailand\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89df254 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"89df254\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Phuket is Thailand\u2019s largest island, located in the south of the country in the Andaman Sea. It lies near the western coast of the Malay Peninsula and is connected to the mainland by the Sarasin Bridge, making access easy. Administratively, it belongs to Phuket Province and is one of Thailand\u2019s top tourist destinations. Thanks to Phuket International Airport (HKT), the island is well-connected to many places around the world, including Europe and various Southeast Asian countries.   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-467a6cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"467a6cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--1 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-012-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-012-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Phuket beachfront with colorful word art spelling Phuket and a red heart by the sea in Thailand\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c68692 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8c68692\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Leaving China for Thailand<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">We chose to fly to Phuket via Chengdu, mainly because Air China had decent prices and reasonable layover times. Plus, it was a nice opportunity to make a quick stop in China\u2014even if just for a short while. We didn\u2019t want to overcomplicate things, so a single-stop option was simply the most convenient. Now, let\u2019s talk about how this route played out in practice.   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8178d51 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8178d51\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Stopover in Chengdu<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">We arrived in Chengdu just in time for some rainy weather. Despite the less-than-ideal conditions, we decided to make the most of our short stopover. Our first stop? Naturally, the panda base\u2014one of the region\u2019s most famous attractions. While the pandas weren\u2019t particularly active, watching them lazily munch on bamboo up close was still a cool experience. After that, we headed to Tianfu Square, the city\u2019s central hub, dominated by a massive statue of Mao Zedong. The square itself felt like a symbolic heart of Chengdu, though, to be honest, it was more of a place to check off the list rather than a must-see highlight.    <\/p><p class=\"p1\">The layover in China came with a few formalities\u2014from thorough document checks to additional baggage screening. <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/china-rainy-stopover-in-chengdu\/\">But we go into much more detail about that in a separate article<\/a>. There, you\u2019ll find useful tips, visa requirements, and practical advice on navigating Chengdu efficiently. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-51eeccb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"51eeccb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Departure to Thailand<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Our flight to Phuket departed from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, the same airport where we had landed the day before. The morning baggage check-in and security screening went smoothly\u2014no long lines, no unnecessary hassle. The airport itself is massive but well-organized, so even with a fair amount of traffic, everything felt efficient and under control.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">During our Air China flight, we ordered special meals\u2014I went for the Hindu meal, while Jadzia chose the low-calorie option. The differences turned out to be pretty minimal\u2014mainly that mine came with an extra sauce, which Jadzia\u2019s was missing. Taste-wise, nothing spectacular, but at least it was something to snack on during the flight. As for the comfort, no complaints\u2014plenty of legroom, so the journey was quite comfortable overall.   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f08f771 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"f08f771\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--1 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-011-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-011-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Interior of an airplane cabin in Chengdu, China, with passengers seated and screens showing safety instructions\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e403a7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9e403a7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Passport check-in on Phuket<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">After landing at the airport, the first thing that caught our attention was the sheer number of new signs in Russian. It quickly became clear that Russian tourists now make up a huge chunk of visitors\u2014Cyrillic signs were practically everywhere, often placed right next to the Chinese ones. Well, looks like learning English isn\u2019t as much of a priority as one might expect\u2026  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">Passport control went smoothly, and once we reached the baggage claim area, we were pleasantly surprised\u2014our suitcases had already been taken off the carousel by airport staff and neatly lined up, waiting for us. A nice touch and a sign of well-organized service. With our eSIM already set up, we quickly ordered a Bolt to get to our hotel without any hassle.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">And here comes the usual realization\u2014we once again promised ourselves that for the next trip, we\u2019d finally get travel backpacks instead of dragging suitcases around. But, of course, that plan somehow didn\u2019t materialize\u2026 again. Maybe next time? \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e426b8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"1e426b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--1 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-010-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-010-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Thailand, Phuket Airport departures area with check-in counters and many checked suitcases in the foreground\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1981eec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1981eec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Visas and documents<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">This time, we flew to Thailand without any special preparations\u2014Polish citizens can stay for up to 60 days without needing a visa in advance. Just a passport, a quick stamp at the airport, and that\u2019s it. No surprises upon arrival in Phuket either\u2014everything went smoothly and quickly, just as expected.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s worth noting that Thailand recently introduced a special visa for Digital Nomads\u2014designed for people who work remotely while traveling and often change locations every few months. If you\u2019re planning to stay here longer while working comfortably from a caf\u00e9 or co-working space, this could be a great option. This visa allows you to live and work legally in Thailand for an extended period, even for several years, without the hassle of renewing short-term tourist visas. So, if the idea of working from a tropical beach sounds appealing, it might be worth looking into!   <\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thaievisa.go.th\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">For more information, check out the official Thai government website<\/a>\u2014it\u2019s the only legitimate source for visa details and the only place where you should submit any documents for other types of visas.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b4c55b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5b4c55b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Accommodation<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Just like last time, we stayed at Lady Naya Villas during our stay in Phuket. The first time (back in the COVID era), I was pretty happy with it\u2014quiet location, good conditions, and solid internet. This time, however, things weren\u2019t quite as perfect. After my second breakfast, I made the mistake of trying the chicken noodles, and let\u2019s just say\u2026 my stomach did not approve. I was completely out of action for the rest of the day. As a result, my appetite was pretty much gone for the next two days, and my trust in the morning breakfasts took a serious hit.     <\/p><p class=\"p1\">The internet, which was pretty important for us due to remote work, also turned out to be worse this time. It was there\u2026 but stability was all over the place, making it frustrating to rely on. On top of that, Phuket\u2019s peak season prices were through the roof, so finding something bigger than a 20m\u00b2 shoebox for a reasonable price was a real challenge. In the end, we decided to stick with Lady Naya Villas\u2014mostly because of the size of the villa, but also because there weren\u2019t many better alternatives in a sensible price range.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fa0313 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"5fa0313\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/thailand-phuket-009-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/thailand-phuket-009-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Phuket hotel courtyard pool with palm trees and a distant communications tower in Thailand\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Thailand Phuket Accomodation table setting with rice, salads, and two orange drinks on a sunny window ledge\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-003-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Phuket Accomodation in Thailand: person standing by a kitchenette with a cat on the floor\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-004-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-002-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-002-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Thailand, Phuket Accomodation: neatly made bed with floral towel decor, pillows, and sheer curtains\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b60865 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6b60865\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Traffic conditions<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Getting around Phuket on a scooter is super convenient, but there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First off, Thailand has left-hand traffic, so before hopping on, make sure you\u2019re not instinctively drifting to the right side of the road. Traffic can be pretty chaotic\u2014local scooter riders often squeeze between cars with minimal space, cut people off, and treat traffic lights more like polite suggestions than actual rules. It\u2019s a bit of a free-for-all, so staying alert is key.   <\/p><p class=\"p1\">The most important thing is having the right documents. Always carry your International Driving Permit (IDP) with you because Thai police love stopping tourists for random checks. A category B license isn\u2019t enough\u2014to legally ride a scooter, you need an IDP with category A. Without it, you risk a hefty fine or even bigger headaches if you get into an accident.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">And then there\u2019s the issue of accidents\u2014unfortunately, they\u2019re pretty common in Thailand, especially among tourists who hop on a scooter with zero experience. So, before you decide to rent one, be honest with yourself about your riding skills. Always wear a helmet (seriously, this isn\u2019t optional), and make sure you have proper health insurance\u2014without it, even a minor crash could end up costing you a fortune. One more thing\u2014never leave your passport as a deposit at a rental shop. If they ask for it, walk away. It\u2019s much safer to pay a cash deposit or use a credit card than to risk a drawn-out nightmare trying to get your passport back.   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-254c3c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"254c3c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Renting a scooter<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">When renting a scooter in Phuket, there are a few things you should pay close attention to in order to avoid unpleasant surprises. First and foremost, inspect the scooter carefully and take photos of any existing scratches or dents before you even touch the keys. This will save you from potential arguments later about damage you didn\u2019t cause. Also, double-check the brakes and lights before hitting the road\u2014not every rental shop maintains their scooters properly, and you definitely don\u2019t want to find that out the hard way.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">And here\u2019s something not everyone mentions outright: local police love targeting tourists without an International Driving Permit. Don\u2019t assume you\u2019ll just \u201cget away with it\u201d\u2014chances are, you\u2019ll end up paying a fine on the spot, often without any official receipt. It\u2019s basically a \u201ctourist tax\u201d in disguise. Best to avoid giving them the opportunity in the first place\u2014just make sure you have the right license.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c95aea9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"c95aea9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-005-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-005-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Motor scooter lineup at Phuket Scooter renting in Phuket, Thailand, with riders and helmets nearby.\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Man wearing a helmet at a Phuket Scooter renting shop counter in Thailand, with brochures and snacks on display\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-512x683.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-1024x1365.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-920x1227.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-006-1600x2133.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c253fd6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c253fd6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Car rental<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">A car, on the other hand, isn\u2019t the most convenient option for getting around Phuket\u2014traffic jams are the norm, and the narrow streets can quickly test your patience. However, if you\u2019re planning a longer road trip, like driving from Phuket to Bangkok, then renting a car starts to make a lot more sense. In that case, <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/thailand-how-to-rent-a-car\/\">check out our separate article<\/a>, where we break down everything you need to know about renting a car in Thailand. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2762a8d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2762a8d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>SIM card<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">On YouTube and TikTok, you\u2019ll often see people grabbing local SIM cards from 7-Eleven for around 199 baht. Either we had bad luck, or they were just nowhere to be found\u2014so we didn\u2019t waste time looking. Instead, we sorted it out before the trip and got eSIMs from our go-to provider, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-sim.hk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">T-SIM.HK<\/a>. No issues at all\u2014everything worked flawlessly. The price? Around 37 PLN for 15 days and 50GB of data\u2014not the cheapest option, but definitely convenient.   <\/p><p class=\"p1\">When our eSIM expired after two weeks, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/pl-pl\/activities\/detail\/th\/bangkok\/thailand-10-day-unlimited-data-calls-esim?cid=1844104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">we found a much cheaper option on Agoda<\/a>\u2014also an eSIM, but for just around 18 PLN for a similar data package. At first, we were pretty skeptical\u2014the price seemed too good to be true. Worst case scenario, we figured we\u2019d just do a chargeback on the card if it turned out to be a scam. But luckily, there was no need\u2014the eSIM worked perfectly, and we could keep using the internet without any issues.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">If you are looking for other options, we also recommend:<\/p><ul><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/maya.net\/?cid=5XKIA6Cfz8te\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Maya Mobile<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"p1\">\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/breezesim.com\/?sca_ref=7790631.WJ1hU7SwIO&amp;sca_source=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Breeze eSIM<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9988fb3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9988fb3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>WiFi Calling<\/b><\/h3><p class=\"p1\">If you want to stay in touch with Poland while in Phuket without buying a local SIM card, WiFi Calling is a great option to enable on your phone. This feature lets you make and receive regular calls over the internet, as long as you have access to a stable WiFi connection. It\u2019s especially handy if you\u2019re in an area with poor mobile coverage or want to avoid high roaming fees. Just make sure to check with your mobile provider before your trip to confirm that WiFi Calling is supported on your plan.   <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3292651 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3292651\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Food<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">We definitely weren\u2019t lacking food options on Phuket\u2014we mostly ordered our lunches through Grab since we were working remotely from 3 PM and needed something quick. The variety was huge\u2014from classic Thai dishes to Indian, Japanese, and even European cuisine (though, unsurprisingly, the Western options were noticeably more expensive). <\/p><p class=\"p1\">Interestingly, we ran into a strange \u201ctechnical issue\u201d on Phuket\u2014whenever we selected cash payment in Grab, restaurants somehow never received our orders. But the moment we switched to card payment\u2014boom, everything processed instantly. Now, as we\u2019re writing this from Chiang Mai, we can confirm that this \u201cissue\u201d doesn\u2019t exist here. As the saying goes\u2014coincidence? I think not. \ud83d\ude09<\/p><p class=\"p1\">And what about Thai cuisine itself? It\u2019s all about bold flavors, fresh ingredients, spices, and intense aromas. You\u2019ll find everything from sweet and spicy curries, coconut milk-based soups, to the famous Pad Thai and Pad Kra Pao (stir-fried meat with Thai basil). Prices for European dishes, especially in touristy restaurants, are noticeably higher than in other parts of Thailand\u2014but still fairly reasonable compared to Western standards.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f583903 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"f583903\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Thailand, Phuket Foods plate of stir-fried noodles with chicken, vegetables, and lime on a plaid tablecloth\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-007-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Phuket food: bowls of Thai soup with herbs on a table, plus canned drinks and chopsticks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-008-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5de0ebe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5de0ebe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Exchange office or ATM?<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">In Thailand, cash is still king. Sure, you can pay by card in big supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels without any issues, but when it comes to street food stalls, markets, and small local shops\u2014it\u2019s cash only. So, it\u2019s always a good idea to keep some baht on hand, especially if you plan to eat at local spots or shop at street vendors. <\/p><p class=\"p1\">You basically have two options for getting cash in Thailand. You can either bring euros or dollars and exchange them at a currency exchange, or withdraw cash from an ATM using an international card. Both methods have their downsides. If you exchange currency, you\u2019ll lose money due to double conversion (PLN to EUR\/USD, then to THB). If you use an ATM, you\u2019ll be charged a fixed fee of 220 baht per withdrawal, regardless of the amount you take out.   <\/p><p class=\"p1\">We personally preferred using ATMs, as we weren\u2019t too keen on carrying a large amount of cash. There\u2019s always a risk of losing it or having it stolen, which could quickly turn a trip into a nightmare. In the end, throughout our entire stay in Thailand, we only withdrew cash twice, so the ATM fees weren\u2019t too painful in the grand scheme of things. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7b2860 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"b7b2860\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--1 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-009-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-009-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Thailand, Phuket ATMs\u2014three colorful bank ATMs in a lobby, including yellow Krungsri and green ATM machines\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eedbfb0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eedbfb0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Climate and weather conditions<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">If you\u2019re heading to Phuket in February, you can pretty much count on full-on sunshine\u2014we, of course, managed to get a bit sunburnt on day one. Daytime temperatures usually hover around 32-34\u00b0C, so sunscreen is a must unless you want to spend the rest of your trip peeling. Evenings, on the other hand, are warm but not humid, making them perfect for a walk or a nice dinner out.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">If you\u2019re wondering when\u2019s the best time to visit Phuket, the peak season runs from November to April. That\u2019s when you get the least rain, plenty of sunshine, and calm seas\u2014ideal conditions for a tropical getaway. Between May and October, however, it\u2019s rainy season, which means you might get hit with heavy downpours. But on the flip side, prices drop significantly, and the beaches are way less crowded, so there are definitely some perks to visiting off-season.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">Simply put\u2014if you prefer guaranteed sunshine and don\u2019t mind higher prices or crowds, go for the dry season. But if you\u2019d rather save some cash and don\u2019t mind the occasional downpour, the low season has its own advantages too. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd39b93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"cd39b93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-020-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-020-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Phuket, Thailand bay with anchored sailboats and a green hillside under a blue sky with clouds\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Graffiti mural on an old wall in Phuket, Thailand, with colorful characters and lettering\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-021-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Riding a motorcycle through Phuket, Thailand, with tropical houses and palm-lined road ahead\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-022-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-023-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-023-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Road through Phuket with tropical trees, blue sky, and a Carnival Magic 24 km sign\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc3a061 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bc3a061\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Safety<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">Phuket is generally a safe place, but like anywhere, it\u2019s always good to use common sense. We didn\u2019t feel unsafe at any point, but there are still a few things to watch out for. <\/p><p class=\"p1\">First and foremost\u2014watch out for scams. One of the most common tricks involves jet ski rentals\u2014you return the jet ski, and suddenly the owner claims it\u2019s \u201cdamaged\u201d and demands a hefty compensation. If you plan to rent anything, always take photos and record a video before using it. This way, you have proof of its condition and can avoid unnecessary disputes.  <\/p><p class=\"p1\">You also need to be cautious on the roads in Phuket. We\u2019ve already mentioned scooters and how chaotic Thai traffic can be\u2014that hasn\u2019t changed. No helmet or reckless driving can end very badly. Scooters are a convenient way to get around, but Phuket is not the place for your first riding lesson. If you\u2019ve never ridden one before, think twice before renting.   <\/p><p class=\"p1\">Petty theft isn\u2019t a huge issue in Phuket, but in crowded areas\u2014especially night markets and popular bars\u2014it\u2019s best to keep an eye on your wallet and phone. Also, don\u2019t leave your passport lying around in your hotel room unless there\u2019s a safe. It\u2019s always a good idea to carry a copy with you, just in case. <\/p><p class=\"p1\">And one more thing\u2014respect for local customs. Thais take their royal family very seriously, so avoid making any careless comments about them. It\u2019s not just frowned upon\u2014it can actually get you in trouble. When visiting temples, remember to cover your shoulders and knees\u2014it\u2019s an absolute must. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-adce2ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"adce2ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Motorbike traffic near Central Phuket in Phuket, Thailand, with riders stopped by a traffic light\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-013-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-014-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-014-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Street in Phuket, Thailand with shops, many motorcycles, and mountains in the background\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8899db3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8899db3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Tourists from the East<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Now for a slightly sensitive topic\u2014Russian tourists. There\u2019s no denying it\u2014Phuket (and Thailand in general) has become a popular escape for many Russians looking to avoid reality. They\u2019re here in large numbers, and you\u2019ll likely run into them, especially in bars and party spots. Everyone has their own opinion on the situation, but the key thing is not to get provoked. Getting into arguments about the war, making snide remarks, or\u2014worst case scenario\u2014starting a fight is simply not worth it. Thai law is straightforward: if the police get involved, they won\u2019t care who started it\u2014both sides will end up in trouble. Trying to argue that \u201che threw the first punch\u201d won\u2019t get you anywhere. Bottom line? Avoid confrontations and save yourself the hassle.      <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c3ae892 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c3ae892\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Places we visited in Phuket<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">We\u2019re not going to go on and on about every island in the area\u2014there are already plenty of recommendations online for that. Instead, we\u2019ll focus on the places we actually visited and the ones we think are genuinely worth seeing.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">On Phuket, we mostly got around by scooter\u2014which, despite what you might think, is actually the most convenient and budget-friendly option if you want full freedom of movement without overpaying for transport. Of course, you can also use Grab or hire a private driver, but if you go for the latter, <span class=\"s1\">always agree on the price upfront<\/span>. Some drivers have a habit of suddenly \u201cforgetting\u201d the agreed amount, and magically, the fare goes up. If you run into a particularly stubborn negotiator, mentioning the <span class=\"s1\">tourist police<\/span> usually works like a cold shower\u2014problem solved.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">And if you\u2019re looking for a detailed list of places we think are worth visiting, <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/thailand-exploring-phuket\/\">check out our separate article, where we break down our <span class=\"s1\">top spots on Phuket<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07d4ea2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"07d4ea2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-015-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-015-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Phuket beach scene with a departing airplane flying overhead above swimmers and sand under cloudy skies\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-016-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-016-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Ornate Thai temple building in Phuket, Thailand with red and gold detailing against a blue sky\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Phuket beach with surfboards and paddles near a sandy shore and people relaxing by the water\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-017-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-018-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-018-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Evening night market in Phuket, Thailand, with people sitting at a beer bar under string lights and a covered roof\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-019.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/thailand-phuket-2025-019-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Couple wearing sunglasses on a sunny beach in Phuket, Thailand, with umbrellas and swimmers in the background\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5018025 elementor-widget 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Tourists are everywhere, and mass tourism makes it hard to find a moment of peace. Back then, the atmosphere was more intimate, and the island felt more welcoming\u2014now it\u2019s louder, more expensive, and way more commercialized.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Jadzia liked Phuket, but we both agree that we prefer places with fewer crowds. Mass tourism isn\u2019t just about packed beaches and traffic jams\u2014it also changes the whole vibe, making the island feel more like a tourist machine rather than a relaxing paradise. That doesn\u2019t mean Phuket has lost its charm\u2014there are still beautiful spots that can truly impress. But finding them? That takes a bit more effort.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Our next stop is <span class=\"s1\"><b>Chiang Mai<\/b><\/span>\u2014a place I briefly visited in 2022, but didn\u2019t get the chance to explore properly. This time, with Jadzia, we\u2019ll try to see as much as possible before work. No more scooter experiments here\u2014we\u2019re renting a car to have more freedom and make getting around way easier.<\/p><p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/thailand-chiang-mai-for-digital-nomads\/\">See you in the next article, which you can read here!<\/a> \ud83d\ude97\ud83d\udca8<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We revisit Phuket in high season to see if Thailand\u2019s busiest island still has charm despite crowds and higher prices.","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9473,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_display_header_overlay":false,"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[174,166,640,152,175,173,171,170],"class_list":{"0":"post-9554","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-asia","8":"tag-culture-and-habits","9":"tag-motorcycle-travels","10":"tag-phuket","11":"tag-thailand","12":"tag-travel-planning","13":"tag-travel-safety","14":"tag-urban-tourism","15":"tag-visas-and-documents","16":"cs-entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9554","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9554"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9554\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9473"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9554"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9554"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9554"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}