Phuket Magazine

Five-star Avista Hideaway has a clear vision. The 150-room resort set in the hills above southern Patong wants to provide guests with more than a holiday; it wants to provide an experience they can cherish. Read More...

Set in the northwest of Phuket, Moevenpick Resort Bangtao Beach is a compact collection of 40 luxury accommodation choices designed in classic style yet with the very latest amenities and facilities. Read More...

You simply can’t miss Tiger Disco on Patong's infamous Bangla Road. The place offers at least three types of entertainment: girl hunting (or being hunted by girls, according to one’s character and taste), pool, and partying to live music. Read More...

Located in the jungle between Nai Harn and Kata, Sabai Corner has been built on a bluff overlooking some of the best views on the island. The ‘wow’ factor is turned to the absolute max, and that’s before you’ve even taken a seat. Read More...

To some people that’d spell a plain old patisserie but Phuket’s pastry entrepreneurs have put a whole new spin on the concept. Let’s have a look at a few coffee and cake shops in Phuket Old Town. Read More...

Here are five unusual dining-out places on the island: places that you never guessed existed and where you are not quite sure if they’re having a laugh or providing the laughs. Read More...

“I guess there are never enough books,” wrote John Steinbeck. In Phuket, bookworms can shop to their heart's delight as most beaches and towns have second-hand bookstores. Read More...

Rad-na or kwit-teow rad-na is a Thai-style wide rice-noodle dish with meat and vegetables in a gravy-like sauce: Thai fast food, if you want. Read More...

This neo-classically designed beachfront resort pretty much defines the term ‘family friendly’ and offers 246 superbly designed guestrooms, suites and a luxurious two-bedroom villa. Read More...

Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa enjoys a village-like atmosphere with low-rise buildings enclosing a communal area with pools, open-air massage, an unusual pool bar and a children’s play space. Read More...

The Moevenpick Resort & Spa at Karon Beach on Phuket’s west coast is literally a garden of delights. With attractive and classically designed Villas scattered throughout its lush gardens it’s a perfect haven of peace. Read More...

With fantastic meeting and MICE facilities, plenty of leisure facilities, a good range of accommodation and lots of culinary choices Hilton Arcadia is an ideal choice for those wanting a beach holiday with extras. Read More...

Phuket FantaSea is the island's biggest show. With trapeze artists, a cast of hundreds, performing elephants and other animals and a storyline that blends tradition with fantasy you'll have a wonderful evening out here. Read More...

The three-in-a-day trip to Phang Nga Province combines elephant trekking, river rafting, and a waterfall excursion in green mountain forests, where there’s not a beach umbrella in sight. Read More...

Renowned for its dive sites, Koh Tachai first hosted snorkelling day trips in 2010. Located 54km from Baan Nam Khem Pier, it takes only one hour by speedboat to get there. Read More...

Phuket ATV is the most well-established ATV Company in Thailand. Set in 350 acres of wild and fluctuating terrain, the opportunities here for four-wheel adventure are seemingly limitless. Read More...

This zany-looking beachside restaurant/bar is largely the work of John Underwood, a Phuket-based designer admired for his innovative design of Indigo Pearl Resort which retains a striking Industrial Chic theme throughout. Read More...

For one of the best restaurant views of Patong Bay and the town itself a good choice would be Pan Yaah, in Kalim about one kilometre north of Patong along the scenic beach road heading up to Kamala Beach. Read More...

Kaewjai Bakery and Restaurant in Phuket Town has been serving Phuket people for well over 40 years. Enjoy a fair selection of Thai food as well as desserts. The restaurant is usually packed during lunch hour. Read More...

Sunset is the best time to dine at Tiffin Mama. With one sweep of the eye you can take in Kata Noi, Kata and Karon beaches as well as the sun-kissed Andaman Sea. The wow factor at Tiffin Mama is zoomed up to maximum. Read More...

Saphan Sarasin is the first bridge built that linked Phuket Island to the mainland of Phang Nga Province. This 700m bridge was built in 1967 to replace the ferry which was then the only connection to the mainland. Read More...

Saphan Hin is a popular seaside park which has had a long relationship with islanders since the boom of tin mining years ago when it was a major trading port and the only beach located in Phuket Town. Read More...

Take a deep breath and lazily dive down into this magical kingdom and you’ll come as close to aquatic paradise as you’ll ever get. Phuket is a wonderful snorkelling destination; here are five prime snorkelling beaches to head for. Read More...

With an adventurous spirit, a set of wheels and a map of the island you can discover some beach gems that will have you coming back for more. Here are Six of the Best: Phuket’s ‘Secret’ Beaches. Read More...

Here are the five most popular Patong night clubs; they all offer a safe environment to party at, places where could have fun with or meet new friends, dancing the night away. Have fun! Read More...

Here are five of the best British pubs in Phuket where you can tuck into pub grub, throw a few darts and sup on some old-fashioned ale while watching the footy on TV. Read More...

Opened in 1999, this classy and affordable establishment offers punters a wide range of entertainment options as well as quality pub grub and drinks in classic Gaelic décor and a warm and friendly atmosphere. Read More...

Hollywood Patong is the first discotheque/club you come across when coming from the beach on Bangla Road. Opened in 2008, this 12,000sqm nightclub offers its punters two rooms with different music in each of them. Read More...

The Jim Thompson outlet in Central Festival is located next to Starbucks on the ground floor. It’s a spacious and well-lit air-conditioned shop with attractive window dressing and display arrangements. Read More...

Central Festival Phuket is an air conditioned, fully equipped three-storey shopping mall lying just outside of Phuket Town. The logical place to start bargain hunting is Central Department Store itself. Read More...

Some items are dependable and reflect quality and class. Thai silk, for example. A great place to check out Thai silk is the rather aptly but not very imaginatively named Thai Silk Collection close by the famous Wat Chalong. Read More...

Even though the name of this market sounds a little like an oil monopoly, OTOP is in fact a canny scheme to promote and stimulate locally made and marketed products of each ‘tambon’ (subdistrict) throughout Thailand. Read More...

Elephant trekking is a popular activity in Phuket. Even though elephants are not a native species of the island you can find between 15 and 20 camps offering elephant trekking in Phuket. Read More...

Anthem Wake Park is the latest addition to the water sports scene on Phuket. Located in a green leafy natural area near Cherng Talay, Anthem offers no less than three cable options on a 50,000sqm lake. Read More...

Phuket Shooting Range is without doubt the biggest activities complex on Phuket Island. It offers a wide range of fun things to do: shooting range, racing go kart, snake show, elephant trekking, paintball, ATV rides. Read More...

Zorbing is a fun activity for the whole family. Located on the hills overlooking Kalim Beach, participants at Zorbing at Rollerball descend a 190m hill track inside a three-metre diameter flexible plastic ball. Read More...

Just when is a hotel outstanding and what makes a truly great hotel? Find out through our hotel reviews – honest and in-depth comments on Phuket’s finest hostelries written by experienced writers. Read More...

In the same way you wouldn’t buy a car without taking a test drive, you shouldn’t have to book a tour without knowing exactly what you’re getting. Read More...

Phuket Island’s attractions cover a wide range of items and there's definitely something appealing for everyone who visits the island. Phuket.com Magazine team roam Phuket's roads to dig up hidden attractive jewels wherever they are. Read More...

Where are the cheap eats? Is Thai food always spicy? Is Patong the only place in Phuket to look for haute cuisine? Find out with our monthly restaurant reviews. Read More...

Phuket Nightlife is world famous due to its sheer number of fun and party opportunities. The Phuket.com Magazine team explores all the late-night exciting places and brings you up-to-date information about Phuket nightlife's scene. Read More...

The ‘usual’ pastimes such as snorkelling or golfing are still very popular, but in the last few years new fun activities have reached Phuket's shores. The Phuket.com Magazine team reviews all the things to do here. Read More...

Our Phuket.com Magazine team explores Phuket's department stores and shopping areas to find the most interesting outlets. Check out where and how to acquire the most attractive items on the island. Read More...

Bangkok Hospital Phuket in Phuket Town’s Samkong area is probably one of the most modern and advanced international hospitals in Southeast Asia. They can assist patients in many languages. Read More...

Travelling from and to Phuket without spending a fortune on taxi or flights can be challenging. Here are some prices and schedules to help you orientate yourself. Read More...

Phuket International Hospital (sometimes referred to by its Thai name 'Siriroj') specifically offers treatment to the needs of foreign tourists and foreign residents, treating thousands of patients each year. Read More...