Phuket is one of the best beach getaways in Asia that offers mellow weather and warm temperature all year round. The best time to visit the Phuket island is from November to April when the famous Freedom Beach, Banana Beach, Kata Beach, and Kamala Beach are at their best. However, do keep in mind that the rainy season runs from May to October, which is the least crowded time on the island. October is an excellent time to see baby gibbons and celebrations dedicated to the end of Buddist Lent—Wan Ok Phansa. Meanwhile, May is the high season for many tropical fruits, like lychee, mango, longan, and famous durian. It's also time to celebrate the major events in the life of Buddha during Visakha Bucha Day.
Thai New Year lasts for at least three days, depending on the region, and is one of the most joyful celebrations of the new year worldwide
An ethical and harmless way to interact with elephants
Phuket is Thailand's Mecca for kiteboarders with two major seasons
Enjoy swimming and sunbathing on the most famous beaches of Thailand
One of the tallest hills of Phuket Town is inhibited by herds of macaques
Transplanted from South China, lychee used to be a fruit of the emperors
The low season in Phuket is a great time for surfers
If you fancy oysters, have a taste of them in Phuket province!
An excellent way to enjoy nature, stunning island landscapes and to take in some quality time with your friends
In Thai cuisine, mango is a major ingredient, both ripe and unripe. Therefore, aim for its season to get the best taste!
The huge white marble statue is visible from everywhere in the south of Phuket
Try one of the largest fruits in the world
A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true
One of the holiest days for Buddhists, celebrates the day when 1250 disciples of Buddha gathered for his preaching. The holiday includes one of the most spectacular ceremonies in Buddhism
Gibbons were once major population in Thailand, but due to illegal hunting and capturing, the amounts of these cute guys have been falling rapidly
One of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism
A huge celebration that opens Phuket's peak season
Discover a unique hidden world while visiting Phang Nga Bay
The festival that marks the end of the Buddhist lent is full of celebrations and interesting authentic activities
The generally Chinese festival Por Tor that is very important to the ethnic Chinese in Thai features plenty of activities and special food
The day that marks three most important events in Buddha's life with beautiful ceremonies
Winter is harvest time for this delicious Thai fruit
A week of wild motorbikes roaring all around Phuket
Chinese community is quite big in Thailand, and the holidays associated with the Chinese New Year are widely celebrated
Looking nothing like an apple, the fruit smells like rose when a first bite is taken
Known as the queen of fruit, mangosteen or mangkhut has a delicate texture
Durian may not be the most loved fruit, but it is definitely the king of all fruit!
One of the best LGBT festivals in Southeast Asia
The yacht racing event that is both huge and international while being cosy and friendly gathering
The fruit that was once transported from China has flourished and become one of the most popular in Thailand
Also known as yongchak, the long twisted bean is smelly in a unique way due to its gas containment
Wild parties, colorful shows, and amazing fireworks await guests on Patong Beach and in other Phuket locations
Gain thrilling experience while windsurfing in Phuket
The festival of Hungry Ghost aims to feed all the hungry ancestors as a way to show them how strong they are respected. Typical gift and taste of the holiday is a red turtle cake
With hard skin that is easy to break with a squeeze and soft flesh inside, the fruit is a total summer delight
Pear-shaped and not too big in size, the fruit resembles a yellowish apple with hard skin
Thai pomelo is very famous, especially among the ethnic Chinese
One of the most beautiful fruits, rambutan has fluffy skin and juicy flesh