Joanna James
Phuket is a well-known tourist hub in Thailand. The city offers quite a lot for a newcomer ranging from budget accommodation to crystal clear water beaches. But with the almost unbearable influx of tourists, there are some other tips you should keep in mind before booking your ticket to Phuket.
Well, there is some truth to it when one says that Phuket is no shopping destination actually. But most travellers would know here for cheap garments. Garments are cheap, but not durable. Durability aside, garments could still be bought for a really low price. This is no negative aspect by the way, as most tourists do not care about the quality. As long as you can buy clothes, bags, pants, shorts and underwear at a cheap rate, that is what matters. On the other hand, you can hardly buy items in bulk. Most things are not available in bulk form. A walk around a few stalls, you will naturally get to know that the goods are of the same quality.
If you stay at a family resort in Phuket the likes of NH Boat Lagoon Phuket Resort, you'll have easy access to many attractions, dining options, and convenience stores. Phuket is a relatively large island, and staying in a central location can save you a lot of time and transportation costs.
Although you cannot buy a lot of things, you can rely on a lot of services. The services include massage, hairstyling, personal grooming, pedicure and manicure. These services are available for an affordable rate. Of course, Thailand is famous for these services, especially massage. In Phuket, for instance, you come across a number of massage parlours here and there. Whether it is Thai massage, foot massage or whatever you name it, you have come to the right place. But there is something you should be looking out for before setting out to a massage parlour. You need to check whether the air-conditioning is working properly. This is a must as you have to spend at least about one hour in one of these.
Everybody loves Thai food. But in Phuket, you cannot find much of Thai food. Nevertheless, there is a good range of international food. In fact, you get to come across more Japanese, Korean, Lebanese, Turkish, Persian and Chinese cuisine. A little effort, however, will take you to a Thai eatery or two.
You have to be mindful of the time when you book a ticket. Sometimes Thailand gets absolutely no rain – not even a drizzle. But sometimes things might change. You would experience rain throughout the day. So the best option is to check the weather forecast to have a smooth trip. The best period is to travel during the non-rainy season. You will be guaranteed a steady trip.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
