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Everything to know before and during your stay in Phuket: money, safety, health, phone, local rules and good habits.

Money in Phuket: baht, ATMs, cards and tipping

Thailand's currency is the baht (THB). In Phuket, bank cards are accepted in hotels, malls and many restaur...

Phuket is a safe destination for most travellers, but a few situations come up again and again: jet skis re...

Phuket is more expensive than the rest of Thailand, especially from November to April, in high season. Ther...

To try Muay Thai without committing, the group class at Sumalee Boxing Gym (from $15 per person, 1.5 hours,...

For most travellers, the half-day class with a market visit (from $69, rated 4.9 out of 5 from about 812 re...

Phuket is a big island, and where you sleep decides everything: the beach, restaurants within walking dista...

From May to October the south-west monsoon brings showers that are often short but heavy, a rough sea and r...