Phuket Travel
Phuket travel guide—top attractions, beaches, dining, nightlife, and accommodations. Stay updated on must-visit spots like Patong, Kata, Karon, and Old Town. Plan your perfect island getaway with The Thaiger’s expert travel insights.
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Sponsored 9 most common health issues covered by insurance for expats in Thailand
Thailand is a popular destination for expats due to its affordable lifestyle and excellent healthcare system. However, settling in a new country often brings health concerns. To ensure you’re covered for the most common medical needs, understanding what expat health...
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Phuket shopping mall guide: Jungceylon Patong
Beaches? Check. Lush jungles? Check. Retail therapy? Also, check! Phuket has everything, and that includes shopping malls. One of the most iconic, and one you might already know, is Jungceylon Patong. First opened in 2007, Jungceylon Patong shouldn’t need an introduction. It has long been a staple in Phuket’s shopping scene due to its all-in-one experience. Recently refreshed with an…
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Tamarind Restaurant Phuket: Southern Thai dishes reimagined through French techniques
Drawing from the flavours of Southern Thai cuisine and elevating them with the precision of French culinary techniques, the new offerings at Tamarind Restaurant, Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort promise a dining experience unlike any other on the island. The heart behind the cuisine – Chef Nok’s culinary philosophy is rooted in storytelling – blending her passion for Southern Thai…
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Four Points Phuket sets the mood for Chinese New Year and Valentines Day
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort, located just a few steps from the sea on the island’s sunset coast, is inviting cherished hotel guests to come together for a series of celebrations, as it ushers in Chinese Lunar New Year with a grand family feast at Chao Leh Kitchen, and sets the mood for romance with a Valentine’s…
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Flamingo Beach Club: Panwa’s new playground by the sea
Flamingo Beach Club will make its debut in Panwa, Phuket next week, and it’s set to be the island’s next big thing. The exciting new hotspot promises to be a haven where sun-soaked days and lively nights come together in perfect harmony. Set to open its doors on January 17, Flamingo Beach Club is more than just a beach club—it’s…
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5 festivals in Phuket that are unmissable
Festivals in Thailand are an important part of Phuket life as the largest island in the kingdom is rich in history. The calendar is filled with traditional festivals and newly created events all year. Some of these happen throughout the country, while others are exclusive to the people of Phuket. Here is Metadee’s pick of the five best festivals in…
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Some like it hot: Phuket property market in 2024
As we stepped into 2025, it’s the perfect time to take a closer look at the hottest property trends in Thailand’s largest leisure destination—Phuket. One of the most notable developments is the increasing presence of major Thai-listed property groups on the island, following an oversupply of properties in Bangkok. At the same time, banks are tightening credit to domestic real…
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