Phuket Family Vacation Guide
With long stretched stunning coastline, clear blue sky, incredible sightseeing, rich culture and vivid nightlife, Phuket has a lot of attractions that make it the second most visited place in Thailand. This largest island of Thailand is also known as”The Pearl of the Andaman Sea”.
How to Reach Phuket:
The closest airport is Phuket International Airport(HKT) which is 32 km away from the main city center. There are many international direct flights are available from all over the world. The best way to reach Phuket is from Bangkok by plane or bus.
By Air: The most convenient way to reach Phuket is to take a domestic flight from Bangkok airport(BKK or DMK). You can find the cheapest flight to Phuket by Air Asia and Nok Air that costs around 1000 Baht for one way journey. Travel time: 1.5 hours.
By Bus: Traveling by bus to Phuket is the cheapest option(650-700 Baht) but it takes around 13-15 hours that is very tiring. During your Thailand Family vacation tours, I don’t think you will prefer to take a hectic bus journey just to save a few bucks.
Phuket Family Accommodation:
Phuket is a large place and has plenty of options for family accommodations in Phuket. You need to choose the right place as per your needs. Most of the travelers tend to stay near Patong beach, Karon beach, Kata beach and Old town.
Patong is the most popular and developed beach in Phuket and it is pretty crowded with crazy nightlife and adventurous water sports. Here you can find several family hotels in Phuket at a reasonable price.
Karon beach is located in the immediate south of Patong beach. It is lined with some of the best family resorts in Phuket that offer excellent service with a beautiful beach view from the balcony.
If you want a crowd-free quiet ambiance, stay near Kata beach. Spend a relaxing family holiday here. There are several bigger Phuket family resorts for solitude seekers. If you are looking for family villas in Phuket, Kata is the best place to stay in Phuket with kids. Most of these family resorts in Phuket offer private balconies and terraces facing the ocean, pools or tropical gardens, spa and gym in their property.
Food in Bangkok:
You get plenty of options for food in Phuket. Traveling with family is very fun in Phuket. You will find several family-friendly restaurants in Phuket with a great high-quality dining experience. Check out the below list for the best restaurants for families in Phuket that serves local dishes as well as various types of western dishes and Asian dishes in a perfect family-friendly ambiance.
EAT. Bar & Grill (Near Karon beach)
Kantok Restaurant (Near Patong beach)
Tamachart Restaurant (Near Phuket town)
Kan Eang@Pier
Dino Park Mini Golf & Restaurant
Best Things to do in Phuket with Family:
Phi Phi Island and Maya Bay Day Tour:
Koh Phi Phi is probably the most famous island in Thailand. You can stay here or you can do a day trip to Phi Phi island from Phuket by speedboat. Explore this island on foot. You can swim in the crystal clear water or take a sunbathe in pleasant weather. Phi Phi island offers different types of water sports and adventure activities. Do snorkeling in the azure water.
Maya bay is another popular tourist attraction in Phuket. Maya bay was featured in the famous Hollywood film ‘The Beach’ that made it more popular. Although the Thai government has banned this island for its aggressive popularity and high tourist footfall. Travelers can get a glimpse of this pristine beach from a distance.
Kayaking in Panak Island and Hong Island:
Kayaking into a natural limestone cave in Panak island is a thrilling experience that you can share with your kids. Inside the cave, you can find some amazing rock formations of Stalagmites and Stalactites.
Discover the hidden sky blue in a lagoon in Hong island and enjoy relaxing kayaking around the island. Take some wonderful pictures of amazing rock formations in Hong island with deep sky blue water.
Visit the famous James Bond Island which came to highlight after the 1974 James Bond movie ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. Cruising along the Phang Nga Bay and seeing the wonderful stalactite caves are the highlights of this day trip from Phuket. Take some amazing pictures of the tall islet that towers over 20 meters are one of the main attractions here.
Big Buddha Phuket:
Big Buddha in Phuket is a must-visit place in Phuket. This iconic monument is 50 feet tall which is the main attraction of this viewpoint. It offers an amazing panoramic view from the top of the Nakkerd hill that is really spectacular. If you visit here in the afternoon, don’t miss the chance to see the sunset over Phuket town and Chalong Bay.
People who love the culture, history and heritage will surely love the old own Phuket. Stroll along the road and admire the European influenced architecture and take some beautiful photos of these coloring buildings.
Getting around Phuket:
Tuk-tuk is the most frequent public transport in Phuket. Be careful while bargaining for your transportation. Renting a motorbike is the most convenient way to explore the city. However, the beach areas are pretty much walkable. For local sightseeing, you can travel by local taxi, Grab taxi or shared minivan. You can also rent a car in Phuket with a Thai license or International driving license. During your Thailand family vacation, recommend using Grab taxi or minivan for safe and reliable service.
Comments
Post a Comment