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phuket

Pearl of the South in the Land of Smiles.

Dubbed 'Pearl of the South' by the tourist industry, Phuket is Thailand's largest, most populous and most visited island. A whirl of colour and cosmopolitanism, Thailand's only island province revolves around and thrives on tourism, but still retains a spark of the real... Read the overview
Small part of Karon Beach, one of Phuket's longest and best beaches
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Climate

Overview

Phuket's idyllic tropical weather pattern makes it a favourite with beach-lovers. There are, broadly speaking, two seasons: the dry and the wet. The dry season begins in December and lasts until April, when rainfall starts to pick up again. Wet or dry, temperatures remain remarkably consistent, nestling around 30°C (86°F), with an ever-present dash of humidity thrown in for good measure.

Communication

Area Code:

076

Currency

NameBaht
SymbolBht
CodeTHB
Unitbaht

Typical accomodation Costs

Low End Mid Range High End Deluxe
Bht 150-550Bht 550-2000Bht 2000-3500Bht 3500+

Typical meal costs

Low End Mid Range High End Deluxe
Bht 70-140Bht 150-300Bht 300-400Bht 400+

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 Monday, 23 November 2009
Travel

Asia Travel Guides