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Phuket People Places Shopping What To Do is all about exactly that, our look at what this tropical Paradise Phuket has to offer.
Phuket Island (pronounced puu gèt) (ภูเก็ต), is Thailand’s largest at 48km in length and 21km at its widest. It’s in Southern Thailand, on the west-facing Andaman Sea coastline, suspended from the southern tip of Phang Nga Province by a pair of short but substantial road bridges.
Phuket is one of Thailand’s wealthiest provinces and nestled on the Andaman Sea.
The Phuket island was on one of the major trading routes between India and China and was frequently mentioned in foreign trader’s ship logs.
In recent times, though, Phuket’s top earner has been tourism, which has transformed the island into Thailand’s wealthiest province.
Phuket, People, Places, What To Do
There have been many changes in Phuket since the military coup in 2014, the biggest being the removal of commercial activities on the beaches and public land.
Changes continue with the prime objective of making Phuket better.
With over 3 million visitors per year, something had to be done and so far the changes are having a positive impact, environmentally whilst improving tourism.
Map of Phuket, Phangnga Bay, Krabi Phi Phi Islands and the Andaman Sea.
A visitor to the region is recommended to charter or take a boat trip and visit the Islands. The Phuket vegetarian festival is an annual event held during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, usually early October.
The Vegetarian Festival, or jia chai as it is known in local Hokkien Chinese, began in 1825.
The festival is mainly centred around the middle of Phuket, Phuket Town and Kathu.
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The throwing of water, well the mass water fights, have become a huge part of the celebration over the past 2 decades everywhere in Thailand, so don’t be surprised if you get splashed with icy cold water, well when we say splashed, we mean drenched in water, shot at you from every angle form a…
Rainy day activities in Phuket are aplenty and as the monsoon season sweeps through, you’re sure to find something that brings some proverbial sunshine to your day. So far, the rains have come and gone with a good balance of sun and rain throughout the month. High Season promises lots of consistent sunshine, but if…
Learn about Loy Krathong If you’ll be in Thailand this November there’s one festival you shouldn’t miss. Loy Krathong – the festival of lights – is held every year in Thailand, along with parts of Laos and Myanmar. Next to the new year festival of Song Kran, it’s one of the most well-known Thai festivals….
Saturday, July 24th 2021 is Asalha Bucha day. Sunday, July 25th, is the start of Buddhist Lent. Monday, July 26th, is a public holiday as these days fall on a weekend. Only Saturday and Sunday are alcohol ban days, alcohol will be allowed on Monday, as it is a “makeup” day and not a religious…
Phuket FM radio is a proud partner of HLB Thailand who are Thailand’s premier financial and management accounting firms. Although they are currently a marketing partner of our Phuket based station, HLB Thailand is established worldwide and have been developing their brand here in Thailand for almost 20 years. Their team consists of a number of…
Here’s a very special treat for David Beckham fans brought to you by Phuket Island radio and BBC Desert Island discs.. This week direct from our partner the BBC Desert Island Discs programme will present former professional footballer David Beckham as he cast away on a mythical desert island. (There’s nothing mystical about Phuket island…
Escape to Koh Yao Noi for a weekend of pure indulgent relaxation, peace, tranquillity, and incredible views. Koh Yao Noi is the smaller sister island to Koh Yao Yai. Literally translated the name means ‘Little Long Island’, and is about half the size of its sister island. I decided to take a weekend to see…
Jungceylon Shopping is the ultimate shopping, lifestyle and entertainment destination centrally located in Patong, Phuket. The complex covers 200,000 square meters with available parking space for 100 coaches and 2000 cars. Visitors and locals alike flock to Patong and indulge in a world of shopping, entertainment, leisure and fun. Rain or shine in Phuket, Jungceylon…
Central Festival Shopping Mall is a spacious, modern, fully equipped shopping complex in Phuket, Thailand. Central Festival brings the best shopping experience for locals and visitors to Phuket Island. With over 120 stores and outlets, Central Festival Shopping Mall is a shopping hub. Spend the whole day in the cool, air-conditioned mall and enjoy the latest in trends,…
Christmas and New Year in Thailand Phuket Island in Thailand is a dream holiday destination all year round. The warm and temperate climate ensures visitors return to Phuket regularly. Christmas and New Year tend to be a busy time on the island. There’s a load of activities and events happening that are sure to amuse…
Most of us have to work. We cannot live without work, but work sometimes leaves us so exhausted that we are stressed and fatigued. Enter the Phuket Detox and Wellness Resorts. Come and Rejuvenate in Phuket and try A Detox in Phuket which you will discover has everything, tropical setting, consistent temperatures, staff that are…
Out and about in Phuket, we recently heard about the Organic Herb Garden at the Manathai Surin Phuket. The signature restaurant at Manathai Surin Phuket has added an extra authentic flavour to the menu with homegrown ingredients planted and picked from the resort’s very own organic garden Phuket’s oldest English-language radio station, Phuket Island Radio, has always…
Loi Krathong in Phuket, or the ‘festival of lights’ follows on from the array of colorful festivals in Phuket and all around Thailand. If you didn’t get enough of the festivities of the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in October, your day just got better. Loi Krathong comes to our paradise island on the 15th of November 2016. Loi…
Phuket on Friday, whilst the Official Start of the Vegetarian Festival in Phuket is the 1st of October this year, preparations started on Friday evening with the traditional raising of the lanterns and the long bamboo pole known in Thai as “Sao Ko Teng”. The full schedule of events and where the parades will take place…
The Kids Fun Fair and Sale at Royal Phuket Marina will be held the weekend of 1 & 2 October, 2016. Kids Mania at the Royal Phuket Marina are holding a fun sale for everyone to enjoy. A Phuket first. Entry is free for all and everyone is welcome. The Kids Fun Fair and Sale –…
Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2016 comes to Phuket yearly during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar and so is held over a nine-day period in October. The celebration stems from the Chinese belief that abstaining from meat and other stimulants, whilst performing certain sacred rituals during this time will bring good health and fortune….
A Day Trip to Bon Island Phuket is a must-do! Is your idea of paradise empty, white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and jungle backdrops? It really doesn’t get any more ideal than Bon Island. Bon Island is located on the southeastern coast of Phuket. It can be easily accessed by a…
A tropical island destination, perfect for your weekend getaways, Maikhao Dream Villa Resort and Spa, Phuket offers lavish 22 private pool villas ranging from 465 sqm. Maikhao, meaning white wood or white silk, is the very foundation and meaning of our existence. We are always determined to provide our guests with the perfect getaway from…
On Sunday, Regent Phuket Cape Panwa presents a classy casual Sunday brunch at the Grill, the resort’s signature restaurant with stunning views over the sea views. Choose from sumptuous feast of Sunday Roasts, fresh seafood, salads, cheese selection, fresh-baked pastries, an assortment of healthy raw juices and power boosters. Made-to-order Crêpes and desserts on display…
Irish Times Pub is a real Irish pub owned and managed at the heart of Phuket’s world-famous nightlife. Situated in the biggest shopping plaza on the island. Jungceylon shopping mall. In the evening the place comes alive with music and big-screen sports. At the Irish pub, you will find a very warm welcome from ourselves…
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