Hello, fellow travelers!
Before I begin, I would like to preface by stating that this is my first review on Pantip (I hesitate to call it a review, as it may lack sufficient detail. Perhaps it is more accurate to say that I am sharing my experience of visiting Phuket for the first time).
This trip started with finding a good deal on flights ^_^ and it was a great opportunity that Bangkok Airways had a promotion at that time. So we got round-trip tickets from Bangkok to Phuket for 690 baht each (Full service >>> free baggage allowance, free seat selection, free in-flight meals, and most importantly, free access to the Boutique Lounge. Yay!
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Rough trip plan, please.
(We went for 3 days and 2 nights from August 20th to 22nd.)
Day 1: Explore the city center (as we booked a flight at 12:30 PM, we arrived in Phuket in the afternoon).
Day 2: Start a full-day trip at Chalong Temple, followed by Kata Beach, Three Bay Viewpoint, Promthep Cape, and end at the Lhad Yai Walking Street. >.<
Last day: Prepare to return. >>> For those who have time, I recommend going to Mai Khao Beach to see the planes landing up close. Take some pictures too! I wanted to go, but time was limited... I'm sad.
Let's go on an adventure! Hooray!
Fly boutique, feel unique. Let's go!
A few hours passed in the blink of an eye.
>>> We have arrived in Phuket!
>>> We have safely arrived at Phuket International Airport. <<< We will then head into the city to check into our accommodation. ^^
"Reading through my friends' posts, they recommended taking the Airport bus into the city, which is cheaper than a taxi. Let's go! Let's find the Airport bus (the orange bus). (Sorry, I didn't take a picture)."
Airport bus to the city center costs 100 baht per person, while a taxi costs 500-600 baht per car. (Since there were two of us, we decided to skip the taxi. Hehe)
Hop on a ride to the city! Tell the driver your destination or the name of your hotel, and they'll likely know the way.
According to our driver, our accommodation should be located near Phang Nga Road. Yes, it is! Right in the heart of Phuket Town... but there are several Phang Nga Roads. Haha >< And then, the driver dropped us off at Phang Nga Road..... this corner right here!!! So we snapped a quick picture of this beautiful building.
Is there anything else I can help you with?
After being left stranded, I opened Google Maps. The easiest option at this point was to head to my accommodation. ><
And then...tadaaa...!!!
Our accommodation for a (mere) two nights.
Our accommodation is called "Quip bed & breakfast", a stylish accommodation in the heart of the city with lovely decorations... from the lobby to the walkway between floors [>///<] (Luckily, I went during the low season, so the price was around 600+ baht per night >>> Yay!!! The accommodation is lovely and the price is lovely too, hehe!!)
A walkway adorned with stylish, vintage photographs and paintings.
Enjoy your break!
**Sun is down, wind has calmed.** Let's go out on patrol and find some beautiful locations to take pictures.
Let's conquer the city center.... Hooray!!!!
The most popular street for tourists visiting Phuket is "Thalang Road", also known as "Sino-Portuguese Road".
Visit the street art in Rommanee Alley and along the walls by the road. It's beautiful! =)
The sky begins to darken... the lights begin to come on... bringing beautiful images >.<
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Is there anything else I can help you with?
I'm starving! Let's go find something to eat!
Anything near the accommodation >> Walk there >> Walk around >> What kind of shop is this??? So many people!
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"Seafood will burst" >>> Spicy seafood instant noodles with unlimited refills <<< Let me share my dinner with you all ^^
Good night and sweet dreams.
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Day Two +++++
Today's day trip will be by motorbike (our accommodation has motorbikes for rent at 300 baht per day). Okay! We've got the bikes, let's go for a ride! Let's go.......!!!
We'll start our trip at the temple of Phuket province.
" Wat Chalong or Wat Chaitharam "
Of course, when you come to Phuket, you have to pay respects to Luang Pho Chaem at Wat Chalong first >> to start the trip well ^^
The Great Reliquary Stupa of the King of Thailand's Majesty
View from the top of the Phra Maha Chedi.
'The view is very beautiful.'
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After being filled with blessings, we continued our journey. Where to go next? Since we were already in Phuket, we decided to visit the 'Andaman Sea'. Opening Google Maps, we found a beach not far from Wat Chalong, which was Kata Beach. Let's go there!
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Is there anything else I can help you with?
Kata Beach has strong waves, making it unsuitable for swimming (red flags indicating "No swimming" are present). We could only admire the beauty of the sea and the vast sky, breathing in the fresh air.
After enjoying the scenery for a while, it was time to move on, **before we dozed off right there, as the cool breeze was so inviting.**
>>> Head to Laem Phromthep <<<
The journey to Laem Phromthep involves a series of ascents and descents. "The road is quite winding, so please drive carefully," the guide cautioned. Upon arrival, we reached the Three Bays Viewpoint, a renowned scenic spot in Phuket.
The Three Bay Viewpoint offers stunning vistas of Kata Beach, Kata Noi Beach, and Karon Beach.
After driving for a while, we finally arrived at our unseen destination, Laem Phromthep.
Fortunately, the weather was perfect, with clear skies all day long. Let's capture the beautiful sea and clear sky.
It's time to say goodbye to 'Laem Phromthep' TT_TT We'll head back to the city center to our accommodation (the journey from Laem Phromthep to the city center takes about an hour by motorbike). We'll drive along, enjoying the scenery, and once we reach our accommodation, we'll take a short nap... Zzz.
After recharging our batteries, we will head to our next destination for dinner.
>>> Walking Street, Talat Yai <<< Let's go!
(The Walking Street of Talat Yai is open only on Sundays.)
**Located on Rua de São Paulo, a short walk from our accommodation.**
There are many shops offering a wide variety of items to satisfy your shopping desires, including food, household goods, decorative items, and unique handmade and DIY products.
The food was delicious and reasonably priced. I was particularly impressed.
The children also put on a delightful little show.
...Leaving tomorrow, wishing I could stay longer...
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>>> Phuket, a charming city <<<
............The last day..........
Today, I have to travel back to Bangkok... the metropolis of overlapping love. "Time of happiness always passes quickly." I'm still in love with the charm of Phuket. ^^
Can I stay longer~~~ No!! My leave is over...
Wake up early >>> Pack my clothes and put them in my bag. Goodbye, old town, the land we just came to~~~ Let's go, let's go back, sniff... Head to the airport by Airport bus as usual (economy class) Hehe ^^
Oh!!! Please come to the airport 40 minutes before your flight departure so that you can have some sticky rice porridge at the Bangkok Airways Lounge before returning.
Leaving now... Bye, Phuket!
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I will definitely come again!!
.......... The end ..........
Note: This is my first review. Please feel free to provide feedback and suggestions.
Note 2: The cost of living in Phuket is not as expensive as you might think. Book a cheap ticket and come visit!
Note 3: Just the city center is this charming, I can't imagine how beautiful it must be to visit the islands. It must be stunning.
Ultimately... finally.
Thank you everyone for reading this thread (which has very little information). Thank you, Babbui.
CharmingTrip
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 10:29 AM