Day 4

Relax at hotel, play in the pool. Shopping again at Ptop market, Bangla road. You need to work on your bargaining skills when you are in PTOP market.  Most of the stuff like clothes, accessories are stocked in almost  every shop. In the basement level of JungCeylon mall you will find all the essential oils and soaps which can be an ideal gift for your loved ones.

Summary

Best Time to Visit: Phuket is at its best from November to April Stay: We are very happy we chose Best Western this time, we were literally near to all the activities in Patong without compromising on comfort. Bangla Road, where all the bars, Tiger shows and nightlife are, was at a 10 minute walk. The Patong Beach, Jungceylon Shopping Mall, Big C and all the street stalls were just around the hotel. If you are going for activities I would suggest you stay near Patong, Karon or Kata but if you are looking for a relaxed vacation find some place near Kamala or Nai harn. Money: Patong Street has numerous Money exchange centers, some offering very good rates. Google Maps: We found our way to the malls and restaurants through google map thus saved on hiring a taxi. If you are staying a little away use Taxifare calculator to find out the approx price before taking a  taxi. Island hopping : For visiting islands like Phi Phi and Maya Bay, there is a considerable difference in the price quoted by different tour operators. It is best to compare a few itinerary and chose one with islands that you are interested in. We didn’t like Khai island and would skip if there is a next time..

We had a great time in Phuket. Although its crowded it is one place with enormous beauty. Limestone cliffs to soft sandy sea it has it all. Food variety is huge with choices for everyone. Infact we found more international restaurants than Thai. To enjoy the real Thai fare you must visit a night market. I’m sure we would return to Phuket some day, and explore whatever we left out this time. We will  be choosing Kamala or Karon next time and have a more relaxed vacation .

Love,

Ananya

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