What are the Frequently Asked Questions in Phuket and what are worth buying in Phuket?

When I go to Phuket, I always encounter a lot of problems. These problems really affect the mood of traveling. How should we deal with them at this time? Next, the editor will talk to you about common questions, as well as shopping calculations. Travel preparation

Q: Where is Phuket?

A: Phuket is located in the southwest of Thailand, above the southeastern Andaman Sea. It is a long island from north to south, east to west. A slightly narrow, elongated island. Affected by the maritime monsoon, the first half of the year is hot and the second half of the year is rainy. Its charming tropical scenery and rich tourism resources are called "a pearl on the Andaman Sea".

Q: What is the climate in Phuket? When is the best time to go?

A: November to April is the peak tourist season in Phuket, with suitable temperatures and mild sunshine. Dive comfortably and get up close and personal with the corals. From April to September, the sun shines directly on the equator, and Phuket coincides with the rainy season at this time, especially in May, when it rains almost every day.

Q: What do you need to bring when traveling to Phuket (free travel)?

A:

1. Necessary items: personal documents, MasterCard Or UnionPay card, Thai baht, phone card, sunglasses, sunscreen oil (the sun in Phuket will definitely cure you of sunburn)

2. Stand-alone type: carry-on clothing, medicines (bring Some antidiarrheal medicine, cold medicine and waterproof hemostatic patches will be fine), camera

3. What you can bring or not bring: snorkeling equipment (you don’t need to bring it if you are not afraid of getting dirty), other daily necessities (basically in Ba You can buy it in the eastern area)

Q: Is it better to exchange Thai baht at a bank or a local exchange shop?

A: If you have already exchanged it domestically before traveling Yes, of course it is the best. Because this is the method with the highest exchange rate. Bank of China and ICBC can purchase Thai baht directly, but they need to make an appointment in advance.

Q: Is it necessary to bring cash into the country?

A: Thailand Customs requires that you must bring 20,000 baht or equivalent currency into the country for random inspection.

Q: How to use the Phuket tourist mobile phone card to access the Internet? Can it only be replaced by a happy card?

A: The current mainstream ones are happy cards and AIS cards. AIS is the largest operator in Thailand. Shang, the signal is better than happy card when traveling out of the island. Happy card is cheaper and its package is more suitable for journeys within seven days. Each has its own strengths, but overall the happy card is still more cost-effective than the AIS card.

Q: Are the power plugs in Phuket the same as those in China?

A: The hatchback jacks in Phuket are the same as those in China. Domestic electrical appliances such as mobile phone chargers , camera chargers, etc. can be used directly; the sedan is different from the domestic one, with one hole and two flat ones. If Fengfeng is carrying a laptop or the like, it is recommended to prepare a converter.

Q: If I go to Phuket (free travel), do I need to buy insurance?

A:

I need to buy it. Buying insurance when traveling is a Behavior that prevents trouble before it happens. If you need to play many high-risk activities (such as bungee jumping, jungle leaps, offshore island tours, etc.), American Asia Insurance is a good choice. Meiya is the most popular choice for travel insurance in Southeast Asia. Meiya guarantees high-risk travel projects.

Meiya’s travel insurance in Southeast Asia mainly has two types, one is “Leyouyou” and the other is “Wanguoyouzhang”.

"Leyouyou" provides basic travel protection at a cheaper price. "Wanguoyouzang" provides more comprehensive protection, but the price will be more expensive. Accommodation

Q: Where is the best place to stay in Phuket?

A:

Popular areas: Patong, Karon, Kata, Phuket Town

Luxury areas: Kamala Beach, Naiharn Beach

Patong Beach: Patong is a commercial district with complete businesses, bars, restaurants, and convenient shopping. However, the area is too busy , room rates are correspondingly higher. Suitable for travelers who like fun.

Karon Beach: Karon Beach is relatively quiet, there is no business, but it is just relatively less. In fact, it has everything it should have, and with fewer people, the mood may be more comfortable. Suitable for leisure travelers.

Kata Beach: Kata Beach is also relatively quiet, with its own small market and many restaurants. But shopping is not as convenient as Patong. Suitable for travelers who want a quiet vacation.

Phuket Town: There are many cheap accommodations concentrated on the streets of Phuket Town, making it a good place for tourists who value affordability. The price of star-rated hotels here is only half that of Patong Beach, and the price of budget hotels is only 2/3 of that of the seaside. Suitable for travelers who want to save accommodation costs and have plenty of time.

Kamala Beach: This is a gathering place for big-name hotels in the world. You have heard of Haytt, Wyndham and other international luxury hotel groups, but you have not heard of Cape

Sienna Cape Sienna Villa Hotel and Thavron

Beach Thavron Beach Resort and Spa are located on the natural hillside here. The service and configuration of a luxury hotel with cliff and sea view are very suitable for those who like to soak in Hotel travelers.

Nai Harn Beach: A relatively independent bay, overlooking the Promise Peninsula, far away from the bustling city, but here is the only member hotel of LHW Leading Hotels of the World in Phuket: The Nai

Harn. Naiharn Resort occupies the best location on Naiharn Beach. It moves up the mountain and has an excellent view. The all-white buildings are inlaid on Naiharn Beach along the mountain. The entire architectural style has a Mediterranean flavor, which makes people think of Santorini at first glance. Travel

Q: Are there any cheaper ways to travel in Phuket?

A:

Rent a motorcycle:

First of all The road in Phuket is opposite to the domestic direction. It is relatively steep and the speed is fast. If you have no experience, it is really not recommended to try it! You can rent a car from motorcycle shops and hotels, but generally motorcycle shops need to deposit your passport, but hotels do not. , but the rental fee will also increase by 100-200 baht accordingly (it is better to keep your passport yourself, after all, it is related to whether you can return to the country). You must, must check the vehicle before renting a car, otherwise if there is something wrong with it when you drive it back, the boss will make you pay a lot of money, so you must be careful when choosing a car.

Reference price:

Ordinary scooter (commonly known as "little sheep"): 200-300 baht/day

Off-road motorcycle: 800-1500 baht/day Day

Cruising Harley: 2,500-3,500 baht/day (foreigners drive more and it is more difficult to control)

Bus: In Phuket, buses are the most "mysterious" Transportation, basically this kind of transportation, you can only see it driving on the road, but you can't see its stops. If you are not a local, you would never guess that the pole you just passed is the bus stop. And there are so few lines!!! There are only two lines in the entire Phuket Island!!! One is from the airport to the city, and the other is from Patong to Phuket Town, but no matter which line, they all belong to the "three lines" "Multiple" type lines: "more time consuming", "more stops", "more people", so the bus can basically be given up.

Car rental: Renting a car is also a good choice in Phuket. Renting a car is very convenient. There are open-air car rental shops in the town and on the roads to the beaches. However, if you want to be more reliable, you should rent it at the airport or on Taobao to reduce the chance of being "scammed".

Reference price:

Jeep 800 baht/day

Toyota 1,200 baht/day

Chartered car: Because Thailand has right-hand drive vehicles , and the mountain roads in Phuket have sharp curves and steep slopes. These roads are difficult to drive for experienced drivers, let alone novices, so chartering a car has become a good choice. Just tell the driver the itinerary and you can start a day of fun. Why not?

Panda Bus: If you are a traveler who does not want to charter a bus and plans to focus on the three major beaches, you can focus on the Panda Bus on Phuket Island. It is a bit like a bus, but it has fixed times and fixed points, and it sells tickets uniformly. There are three-day tickets and five-day tickets, which can be used for unlimited rides within the specified date. It is much more affordable than taking a taxi for a few hundred baht.

Q: How long does it take from Phuket Airport to Patong Beach?

A:

minibus: about 40 yuan, 1.5 hours

Rental Car: more than 150 yuan for about 1 hour

Professional airport transfer: 89 yuan for 1 hour of fun

Q: What are the unique features of Phuket island hopping tour?

A:

Egg Island: Suitable for taking children and the elderly. The water is shallow and there are many fish. Children can play in the shallows and play with the fish;

Similan Archipelago: some of the world's most beautiful, unspoilt islands, with rich and diverse marine life, and spectacular coral reefs that provide deep-sea divers with a world-class underwater paradise. It is only open from November to May every year, so those who want to go snorkeling in the Similan Islands will have to wait.

Emperor Island: Not only does it have beautiful and complete natural tropical island scenery, but the coastal scenery of the coral reef is also unforgettable. The beach environment is particularly quiet, with only a few swimmers, surfing enthusiasts and the sound of waves lapping nearby.

Meeru Island: Meeru Island is the only wild dolphin habitat in Phuket. It is said that there is a 70% chance of seeing wild dolphins. Try to trace the traces of the patron saint of love. This is not only a special trip to the sea, but also an experience of close contact with dolphins! Customs

Q: Under what circumstances do you usually have to go to Phuket Island? How much is appropriate for tipping?

A: Thailand is a tipping country. In order to make their service more attentive, we usually express our recognition of their service by tipping.

General occasions when tipping is required and the amount:

1. Massage parlor: Their services will make you more comfortable, so it is necessary to tip appropriately. Currently The market price is 50-100 baht. For example, technicians in some regular massage parlors can tip more if the service is particularly good to show your affirmation of his service.

2. Hotel: When checking in or leaving, if the bellman helps you open the door and transport your luggage, please pay 20_; if you stay for more than one day, please put 20_ on the bedside from the next day (if you If you stay in a B&B, this can be waived)

3. Restaurant: Restaurants usually give 20 baht to waiters for service, or the change can be used as a tip directly after checkout.

4. Going out to sea: When going out to sea, you need to give a certain tip as encouragement for the sailor's hard work, ranging from about 50-100 baht.

5. Show: You need to pay a tip to take photos with the ladyboys in the show. A photo session costs 50-100 baht.

Also remember to never give coins when tipping. This is impolite (coins are for beggars)

Q: What are the etiquette precautions when going to Thailand?

A:

1. When Thai people greet each other, they do not use the typical handshake, but put their hands together as if praying.

2. Thai people believe that "head" is the highest part of the body literally or symbolically. Therefore, they are not allowed to touch anyone's head, even if it is a friendly gesture.

3. In Thailand, losing your temper is a bad idea, especially losing your temper openly. Thai people think that this represents a despicable manner. Shopping

Q: Are there duty-free shops in Phuket?

A: Yes, there are currently two large duty-free shops in Phuket. One is the King Power Duty Free Shop, which is affiliated to Thailand's King Power International Group, and the other is the Shilla Duty Free Shop, which mainly sells Korean brands.

King Quan Duty Free Shop has a relatively rich range of cosmetics and a full range of brands.

The brands such as L'Oreal, Wacoal, and Hush Puppies in King Power are half the domestic price and are worth buying. The reason is that these brands are now the main production areas in Thailand!

As for Shilla Duty Free Shop, its main business is It is a Korean brand, so the discounts on Korean cosmetics will be relatively large (but if you really want to buy Korean cosmetics, it is better to go directly to the duty-free shops in Korea).

Q: What is worth buying in Phuket?

A:

Shrimp cakes

Shrimp cakes produced in Southeast Asian countries It is a very common snack.

Dried fruits

Thailand is rich in many dried tropical fruits.

Cashew nuts

This is Phuket’s most famous product.

Q: What should you pay attention to when bringing back specialties?

A:

1. It is strictly prohibited to bring religious and national cultural relics.

2. It is strictly prohibited to carry pirated works.

3. It is strictly prohibited to carry soil, pests and other harmful organisms.

4. It is strictly prohibited to bring fresh fruits, vegetables, tobacco leaves, seeds, seedlings, etc.

5. Except for dogs and cats, all mammals, birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects and other live animals cannot be brought into the country.

6. Raw meat, cooked meat, offal and its products, aquatic products, fresh milk and dairy products, eggs and their products, bird's nests, etc. are not allowed.