We visited Phuket Town a few times during our eight-month stay in Thailand, we originally went to renew our visas at the immigration office but quickly decided that there was so much to see and do that we’d be missing out if we didn’t spend at least two or three days here. With bright and…
Category: Phuket
We wrote a Thailand eBook – get yours for just £10
In 2022 we spent a total of eight months living and travelling through Thailand. The majority of our time was spent on the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui which are Thailand’s two biggest islands. We wanted to create a guide to share insider hints and tips as well as some of our favourite places…
FAQ – What’s the cheapest way to travel from Phuket to Koh Samui?
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to get from Phuket to Koh Samui then it’s the bus and boat service for you. We use Lomprayah which is one of the original ferry companies to start operating in Thailand. They offer a bus & boat service with a guaranteed connection for a very good price,…
Review: Thavorn Beach Village Resort & Spa – Phuket, Thailand
We have been lucky enough to stay at Thavorn Beach on two separate occasions since arriving in Thailand. It is a truly magical place, with the most enchanting gardens, spectacular views and a beautiful history. It’s a very special hotel and we would love to share our experience with you. As always, some of the…
Best Restaurants, Bars & Beach Clubs in Kamala, Phuket
This guide has been updated for 2026 with new restaurant and bar recommendations, and practical tips for visiting Kamala. Kamala is a short 15-minute drive from both the lively town of Patong & the luxury Laguna and has a beautiful beachfront with crystal clear water and golden sand and depending on the time of year…
Visiting Maya Bay in 2023? Here’s what you need to know
Here’s the thing, I’ve been obsessed with ‘The Beach’ ever since I read the Alex Garland book as a teenager and then watched it come to life with everyone’s teen crush, Leonardo DiCaprio, it just had to go on my travel bucket list. And yes, it really is as beautiful as it looks in the…
Review: Citygate Resort & Residence – Kamala, Phuket Thailand
Well, hello, nice to see you again. Another review for you this week, this time our apartment in Kamala. So after our first week’s stay in Patong we opted for a place a little further along the coast, a much more relaxed village boasting a beautiful sandy bay with lots of bars and restaurants to…
Our favourite restaurants & bars in Patong, Phuket Thailand
For those of you that have been following our latest adventures, you’ll know that we spent one week in Patong, Phuket. It’s full of colour, noise and excitement and is the perfect place to start your Thailand adventure in my opinion. Why, Patong? I hear you ask. Well, if you want to experience the cuisine,…
Review: Tropica Bungalows – Patong, Phuket Thailand
If you’ve been following our latest travel adventures, you’ll have read my most recent blog on Thailand Travel Requirements, if you missed it you can check it out here. Now, I did promise a review of our SHA+ hotel in Patong but before we get into that, I’ll explain exactly what a SHA+ hotel is,…